Mobile & Home Screen Setup

BerryMap is designed mobile-first, meaning you get a full-featured experience right from your phone. Here's how to set up BerryMap for the best mobile experience.

Add BerryMap to Your Home Screen

Adding BerryMap to your home screen gives you instant access — just tap the icon and you're in. It works just like an app, but without taking up storage space.

iPhone (iOS Safari)

Open BerryMap in Safari
Tap the Share button (square with arrow pointing up)
Scroll down and tap "Add to Home Screen"
Give it a name (or keep "BerryMap")
Tap "Add"

Your BerryMap icon will now appear on your home screen!

Android (Chrome)

Open BerryMap in Chrome
Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top right
Tap "Add to Home screen" or "Install app"
Confirm by tapping "Add"

Done! BerryMap is now just one tap away.

Pro Tip: Once added to your home screen, BerryMap opens in full-screen mode without browser bars, giving you more space to explore jobs and candidates!

Mobile-First Design Benefits

BerryMap was built with your phone in mind from day one:

Touch-Friendly Interface

Large tap targets — Easy to press buttons and links
Swipe gestures — Navigate naturally with swipes
Optimized forms — Fill out information easily on small screens

Responsive Map

Pinch to zoom — Explore areas in detail
Tap markers — Instantly view job details
Drag to explore — Pan around to discover opportunities

Fast Performance

Optimized loading — Quick access even on slower connections
Cached data — Works smoothly once loaded
Minimal data usage — We respect your data plan

Touch-Friendly Navigation

Key Mobile Features

| Feature | How to Use | |---------|------------| | Bottom navigation | Tap icons to switch between main sections | | Pull to refresh | Drag down on lists to get latest updates | | Swipe to dismiss | Close modals and drawers with a swipe | | Long press | Access additional options on some elements |

The Map on Mobile

The interactive map is especially powerful on mobile:

Your location — See jobs near where you are right now
Commute preview — Instantly see how far jobs are
Cluster views — Grouped pins for areas with many jobs
Filter on-the-go — Refine your search with easy filters

Notifications on Mobile

Stay informed with push notifications:

What You Can Get Notified About

For Job Seekers:

New job matches
Application status updates
Messages from employers
Interview reminders
AI Coach tips

For Employers:

New applications received
Candidate messages
Interview confirmations
Weekly hiring summaries

Setting Up Notifications

Go to Settings in BerryMap
Navigate to Notifications
Toggle on the alerts you want
Allow notifications when your phone prompts you

Pro Tip: Enable notifications for "New Matches" to be the first to apply when perfect jobs are posted!

Offline Capabilities

While BerryMap works best with an internet connection, we've built in some offline support:

Cached profiles — View your own profile offline
Saved jobs — Access your saved jobs list
Draft messages — Write messages to send when back online

Best Practices for Mobile

Do This ✓

Add BerryMap to your home screen for quick access
Enable notifications for time-sensitive updates
Use the map when you're out and about to find nearby opportunities
Keep your app updated by revisiting the site periodically

Avoid This ✗

Don't use outdated mobile browsers
Don't ignore notification permission prompts
Don't try to upload large files on slow connections

Troubleshooting Mobile Issues

| Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | Slow loading | Check your internet connection, try refreshing | | Map not loading | Enable location services for your browser | | Can't add to home screen | Make sure you're using Safari (iOS) or Chrome (Android) | | Notifications not working | Check browser notification settings |

Your Mobile Job Search, Simplified

With BerryMap on your home screen, job hunting fits into your life:

Commuting? Check new matches on the bus or train
Coffee break? Quick-apply to interesting positions
Waiting room? Review employer messages and respond
Weekend exploration? Discover jobs in new neighborhoods

BerryMap goes wherever you go!

Mobile & Home Screen Setup