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🖥️ Display Mode

Turn any screen into your household's helpful assistant! Display Mode is the special view that shows on paired tablets - clean, simple, and perfect for the whole family to use.

What's Display Mode? 🤔​

Think of Display Mode as your household's information station. It's what you see on tablets after pairing them - a simplified, touch-friendly version of Mind Your Now that focuses on what the whole household needs to see and do together.

It's Like Having:​

  • A smart fridge notepad that updates itself
  • A chore chart that never gets lost
  • A grocery list everyone can see
  • A family command center that actually works!

What Makes It Special? ✨​

Built for Sharing​

Big & Clear

  • Large text that's easy to read from across the room
  • Big buttons perfect for quick taps
  • Clean design without clutter
  • Works great on any size screen

Family-Friendly

  • No personal information shown
  • Just household stuff
  • Safe for kids to use
  • Guests can view without worry

Always Ready

  • Stays on all day
  • Updates instantly
  • No login needed after pairing
  • One tap to add or check things

What You'll See 👀​

The Main View​

When you look at a display device, you'll see:

Today's Chores 🧹

  • Who's assigned to what
  • Which ones are done (with a checkmark!)
  • Color-coded by person
  • Easy tap to mark complete

Grocery List 🛒

  • Current shopping needs
  • Organized by category
  • Add button right at the top
  • Check off while shopping

Household Info 🏠

  • Which household you're viewing
  • Current date and time
  • Quick stats (like "3 of 5 chores done!")
  • Family member avatars

Using Display Mode 🎯​

Adding Groceries​

Super Simple:

  1. Tap "Add Item" at the top
  2. Type what you need (or use voice!)
  3. Hit enter or tap "Add"
  4. It appears for everyone instantly

Smart Features:

  • Suggests common items as you type
  • Remembers your frequently added things
  • Groups items by store section
  • Shows who added what

Managing Chores​

See at a Glance:

  • Today's tasks in order
  • Each person's color and icon
  • Progress bars for the day
  • Overdue items highlighted

Mark Things Done:

  • Just tap the checkbox
  • Satisfying animation plays
  • Everyone sees the update
  • Progress bar fills up

Daily Flow​

Morning Check:

  • See today's responsibilities
  • Add breakfast items needed
  • Quick reminder of who does what
  • Start the day organized

Throughout the Day:

  • Kids check their chores
  • Quick grocery additions
  • See what's been completed
  • Stay on track together

Evening Review:

  • Celebrate completed tasks
  • Add items for tomorrow
  • See what's still pending
  • Plan the next day

Display vs. Regular App 🔄​

What's Different?​

Display Mode Shows:

  • Household chores only
  • Shared grocery lists
  • Basic household info
  • Public family data

Display Mode Doesn't Show:

  • Personal tasks or calendars
  • Private messages
  • Account settings
  • Financial information

Why the Difference?​

Display Mode is designed to be:

  • Public - Safe on shared devices
  • Simple - Anyone can use it
  • Focused - Just household needs
  • Secure - Protects personal data

Making It Work Best 💡​

Screen Setup​

Optimal Settings:

  • Brightness at 60-70%
  • Auto-sleep turned OFF
  • Full-screen browser mode
  • Notifications disabled

Placement Ideas:

  • Kitchen: Eye level on fridge
  • Hallway: By the door
  • Family room: On a stand
  • Kids' area: At their height

Family Rules​

Establish Guidelines:

  • Who can add what to lists
  • When to check chores
  • How to handle completions
  • Respect for the shared space

Make It Routine:

  • Morning chore check
  • After-school updates
  • Evening additions
  • Weekend planning

Fun Family Ideas 🎉​

Themes & Motivation​

Chore Challenges:

  • Race to complete tasks
  • Weekly completion goals
  • Reward full completion days
  • Celebrate streaks

Shopping Games:

  • Kids find one healthy item to add
  • Guess the grocery total
  • Category challenges
  • Meal planning together

Special Uses​

Party Planning:

  • Create party supply lists
  • Assign prep tasks
  • Track RSVPs
  • Coordinate dishes

Seasonal Organization:

  • Spring cleaning tasks
  • Holiday shopping lists
  • Summer activity planning
  • Back-to-school prep

Privacy & Security 🔒​

What's Protected​

Personal Data:

  • Individual calendars stay private
  • Personal tasks never shown
  • Account details hidden
  • Financial info protected

Household Data:

  • Only current household shown
  • Members control what's shared
  • Owners manage access
  • Devices can be removed anytime

Peace of Mind​

For Parents:

  • Kids can't access settings
  • No accidental purchases
  • Limited to household functions
  • Safe for young users

For Everyone:

  • No passwords visible
  • Secure token system
  • Auto-logout if removed
  • Regular security updates

Troubleshooting Tips 🛠️​

Common Issues​

Screen Goes Dark?

  • Check tablet sleep settings
  • Ensure "Stay Awake" is on
  • Keep plugged in for power
  • Use a kiosk browser app

Not Updating?

  • Pull down to refresh
  • Check WiFi connection
  • Ensure tablet didn't log out
  • Try reopening browser

Wrong Size/Layout?

  • Rotate tablet to landscape
  • Zoom browser to 100%
  • Clear browser cache
  • Check for browser updates

Quick Fixes​

Can't Add Items?

  • Make sure you're online
  • Tap directly on "Add Item"
  • Check you're in right household
  • Refresh and try again

Chores Not Showing?

  • Verify chores are assigned
  • Check the date is correct
  • Pull down to refresh
  • Ensure household has chores

Ready for Your Display? 🚀​

Display Mode transforms tablets into helpful household assistants. It's simple enough for kids, powerful enough for busy families, and designed to make daily life smoother.

The best part? It just works. Pair a tablet, put it somewhere convenient, and watch your household organization improve. No complex setup, no confusion - just helpful information where everyone can see it.

Your organized household is just a paired tablet away! 🏠✨