SkyDemon Mobile Documentation: Other Tools

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Timers

SkyDemon allows you to define timers to remind you to perform certain tasks periodically. These can be very useful for repetative tasks like remembering to change fuel tanks. To access the Timers screen, open the Flight menu and select Timers.

To create a new timer, press the Add button. A timer has a piece of text which is displayed when the timed interval is reached. This might be something like "Perform FREDA Check". The interval sets how many minutes elapse between the timer being triggered. Timers are only triggered when in flight, so the first time the timer is triggered will be the interval number of minutes after takeoff.

A timer can be set to appear for a few seconds, in the same way as a position report, or to remain onscreen until manually dismissed, in the same way as an airspace warning.

Window Management

SkyDemon adapts its display automatically to virtually any screen size and resolution, but sometimes you will want to tailor its appearance to your personal preferences.

Change the Screen Orientation

Many devices support changing the screen orientation between portrait and landscape modes. To do this, open the Settings menu and select Rotate Screen. If you do not see this option available, it means it is not supported by your device.

Minimize Window

To minimize the main window and do something else with your device, open the System menu and select Minimize Window. SkyDemon will continue to run in the background while you perform your other task. This is normally only possible on certain devices.

Toggle Keyboard

SkyDemon provides access to the onscreen keyboard of your device automatically in most cases, but if you need to manually toggle it, open the System menu and select Toggle Keyboard.

Exit Software

To exit the SkyDemon software and return to your device operating system, open the System menu and press Exit.