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Mobile App Complete Guide

Learn everything about the BN Reports mobile app, from installation to offline inspections and field reporting.

# Mobile App Complete Guide

Complete inspections on-site with BN Reports's powerful mobile app for iOS and Android.

Installation

Get the app:

iOS: 1. Open App Store on iPhone/iPad 2. Search "BN Reports" 3. Tap "Get" to download 4. Open and sign in with your account

Android: 1. Open Google Play Store 2. Search "BN Reports" 3. Tap "Install" 4. Open and sign in with your account

Offline Mode

Work anywhere without internet:

  • App automatically downloads inspections
  • All features work offline
  • Photos saved locally
  • Data syncs when reconnected

Perfect for basements, rural properties, and areas with poor signal!

On-Site Inspections

Document in the field:

  1. Open the inspection on your mobile device
  2. Walk through the property
  3. Add findings room by room
  4. Capture photos instantly
  5. Use voice-to-text for notes

Photo Management

Professional photo documentation:

  • Take photos with device camera
  • Add multiple photos per finding
  • Annotate with arrows and text
  • Automatic photo compression
  • Organize by room/area

Voice-to-Text

Hands-free documentation:

  1. Tap microphone icon in any text field
  2. Speak your findings
  3. AI converts to text
  4. Edit and refine as needed

Quick Templates

Speed up inspections:

  • Access all your templates on mobile
  • Tap to insert common findings
  • Customize on the spot
  • Build inspection faster

Syncing Data

Keep everything up to date:

  • Manual sync anytime with pull-down gesture
  • Automatic sync when connected to WiFi
  • Conflict resolution for team inspections
  • Progress saved in real-time

Battery Optimization

Make your battery last:

  • Enable low power mode in app settings
  • Reduce screen brightness
  • Close other apps while inspecting
  • Carry portable charger for long days

Mobile-Specific Features

Exclusive to mobile:

  • GPS location tagging
  • Device compass for orientation
  • Barcode scanning for appliances
  • Quick photo markup tools

Tips for Field Use

Best practices:

  • Download inspections before leaving office
  • Bring backup battery pack
  • Use phone mount for hands-free access
  • Take more photos than you think you need
  • Review findings before leaving site

Complete inspections faster on-site!