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Overview

This guide explains how to quickly add RDrive from your mobile browser (Safari or Chrome) to your device’s home screen. Adding RDrive as a Web App allows you to access it like a native app, without needing to download anything from the App Store or Google Play.
  • Purpose: To guide users in saving RDrive as a Web App shortcut on their iOS or Android device.
  • Who It’s For: All users who prefer quick one-tap access to RDrive on their mobile devices.
Prerequisites: A stable internet connection, User login credentials

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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✅ Step 1: Open RDrive in Your Browser

  • On iOS: 
    1. Open Safari / Chrome.
    2. Navigate to your project’s RDrive URL (e.g., https://{yourproject}.rdrive.io).
  • On Android: 
    1. Open Chrome.
    2. Navigate to your project’s RDrive URL (e.g., https://{yourproject}.rdrive.io).

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✅ Step 2: Open the Share or Menu Options

  • iOS (Safari):
    1. Tap the Share icon (square with an arrow pointing up) at the bottom of the screen.
  • Android (Chrome):
    1. Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) at the top right corner of the screen.

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✅ Step 3: Add to Home Screen

  • iOS (Safari):
    1. Scroll down the Share menu.
    2. Tap Add to Home Screen.
  • Android (Chrome):
    1. From the menu, select Add to Home screen.
    2. Confirm the shortcut name (e.g., “RDrive”) and tap Add.

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✅ Step 4: Confirm and Access the RDrive Web App

  1. A new RDrive icon will now appear on your device’s home screen.
  2. Tap it to launch RDrive directly, just like a mobile app.
  3. Log in as usual to start using RDrive.

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FAQs & Troubleshooting Q: Do I need to install RDrive from the App Store or Google Play?
A: No. Adding RDrive as a Web App from the browser creates a shortcut on your home screen with app-like access. Q: The “Add to Home Screen” option doesn’t appear. What should I do?
A: Make sure you are using Safari, Chrome on iOS or Chrome on Android. Other browsers may not support this feature. Q: Will RDrive work offline after being added as a Web App?
A: No. An internet connection is required to use RDrive web app. Only RDrive APP can work offline.