Install the Neidan Forum PWA

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Our forum is a fully functional Progressive Web App (PWA)! :tada: If you’re here, you probably want to take your forum experience to the next level. With the PWA, you can use the forum just like an app—whether you’re on your phone, tablet, or desktop. Here’s how you can get started!

What is a PWA and Why Should You Care?

A Progressive Web App (PWA) is a website that feels like a native app. The Neidan Forum PWA gives you some awesome features:

  • Offline Access: Yes, you can browse posts even when you don’t have an internet connection.
  • App-like Experience: Once you install it, it runs just like a native app on your phone or computer.
  • Push Notifications: Get notified about new posts and updates, even when you’re not actively using the forum.

Ready to install? Let’s walk through how to use the PWA on your device!

How to Install the Neidan Forum PWA

On Mobile (iOS & Android)

For Android Users

  1. Go to the Forum: Open the Neidan Forum in your browser by going to https://neidan.discourse.group.
  2. Install the PWA: You’ll see a pop-up or banner asking if you want to “Add to Home Screen.” Tap on that.
    • If you don’t see the pop-up, tap the three-dot menu (usually at the top right) and select Add to Home Screen.
  3. Open the Forum: Once installed, you’ll find the Neidan Forum icon on your home screen. Just tap it to open the forum in its own app-like window!

For iOS Users

  1. Go to the Forum: Open Safari and visit https://neidan.discourse.group.
  2. Install the PWA: Tap the share icon (the square with an arrow pointing up) at the bottom of your screen. Then, choose Add to Home Screen from the menu.
  3. Open the Forum: You’ll now see the Neidan Forum icon on your home screen. Tap it, and you’ll have the forum in a clean, app-like window!

On Desktop (Windows, macOS, or Linux)

For Windows or Linux Users

  1. Go to the Forum: Open the Neidan Forum in Chrome, Edge, or Brave by visiting https://neidan.discourse.group.
  2. Install the PWA: In the browser’s address bar, you should see a little pop-up asking you to “Install” or “Add to Desktop.” Click on it to install the PWA.
    • Alternatively, you can click on the three dots in the top-right corner of your browser, select Install Neidan Forum (or Add to Taskbar in Edge), and follow the prompts.
  3. Open the Forum: Once installed, you’ll see the Neidan Forum icon on your desktop or taskbar. Click it to launch the forum in its own window, just like an app!

For macOS Users

  1. Go to the Forum: Open the Neidan Forum in Safari by going to https://neidan.discourse.group.
  2. Install the PWA: Click the Share icon in the toolbar, then select Add to Home Screen/Dock.
  3. Open the Forum: After it’s added, you’ll find the forum as an app in your Launchpad or Applications folder. Click on it to open the forum in a dedicated window!

Why Use the Neidan Forum PWA?

  • Offline Access: Once installed, you can browse posts and discussions without needing an internet connection. Perfect for reading while on the go!
  • Faster Load Times: The PWA is designed for speed, so it loads faster than a traditional website.
  • Native App Experience: With its own icon and app-like interface, it feels just like any other app you use.
  • Push Notifications: Get notified about new posts, replies, and discussions—even if you’re not on the forum!

A Few Extra Tips

  • Automatic Updates: No need to worry about updating the PWA manually. It updates itself automatically in the background!
  • Access from Anywhere: Whether you’re on mobile, desktop, or tablet, the PWA works seamlessly across devices.

I hope this guide helps you get the most out of your Neidan Forum PWA experience. If you run into any issues or have questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Happy browsing! :blush: