> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.rdrive.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to Add RDrive to Your Home Screen as a Web App (iOS & Android)

> 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

### **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.

<Note>
  Prerequisites: A stable internet connection, User login credentials
</Note>

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## **Step-by-Step Instructions**

### **✅ 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`).

### **✅ 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.

### **✅ 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**.

### **✅ 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.

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