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Install Tembo as a Progressive Web App (PWA)

You can install Tembo as a Progressive Web App on your device for quick access and an app-like experience. This allows you to use Tembo directly from your home screen without opening a browser.

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Installation Steps

  1. Open Tembo in your browser - Navigate to app.tembo.io in your mobile browser or desktop browser that supports PWA installation.
  2. Access the share menu - Look for the share icon in your browser (usually located in the address bar or browser menu).
  3. Select “Add to Home Screen” - From the share menu, tap or click on “Add to Home Screen” option.
  4. Confirm installation - Follow the prompts to add Tembo to your home screen.

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Benefits of PWA Installation

  • Quick access - Launch Tembo directly from your home screen
  • App-like experience - Works like a native app with full-screen mode
  • Offline resilience - Continue viewing recent data even with intermittent connectivity
  • Push notifications - Receive important updates directly to your device (coming soon)
Once installed, you can launch Tembo like any other app on your device and enjoy seamless access to your engineering agent.

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Troubleshooting

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PWA Installation Not Available

If you don’t see the “Add to Home Screen” option:
  • Chrome (Desktop): Look for the install icon in the address bar (looks like a computer with a down arrow)
  • Safari (iOS): The share button is at the bottom of the screen - scroll down in the share menu to find “Add to Home Screen”
  • Chrome (Android): Tap the three-dot menu and look for “Add to Home Screen” or “Install app”
  • Edge: Click the settings menu (three dots) and select “Apps” > “Install Tembo”

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Browser Compatibility

PWA installation is supported on:
  • Chrome/Edge (Desktop and Mobile)
  • Safari (iOS 14.3+)
  • Firefox (with limited support on some devices)

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Clearing PWA Cache

If the PWA isn’t updating properly:
  1. iOS: Long-press the Tembo app icon > Remove App > Delete App, then reinstall from Safari
  2. Android: Settings > Apps > Tembo > Storage > Clear cache, then reinstall
  3. Desktop: Right-click the PWA window > “App info” > Clear data, then reinstall