5.1 App settings#
Open Settings → App settings for language, appearance, screen behavior and device-service indicators. These settings apply across the app, rather than to one game.

5.1.1 Language#
Choose your preferred interface language in App settings. The app initially follows your device language; a manual selection is remembered after restarting the app or device.
Available languages
- Dutch, English, French and German
- Italian, Polish, Portuguese and Spanish
- Swedish, Ukrainian and Welsh
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5.1.2 App appearance#
- Light: always use the light theme.
- Dark: always use the dark theme.
- System: follow the device’s appearance and switch automatically when it changes.
5.1.3 Screen timeout#
Choose whether to keep the mobile screen active or follow the device’s normal screen-timeout setting.
5.1.4 App version#
App Version shows the installed version. Keep the app up to date for board compatibility, firmware support, new features and stability fixes.
5.1.5 Bluetooth status#
| Indicator | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ✓ | Bluetooth is enabled. |
| × | Bluetooth is disabled. Enable it on your mobile device to connect the board. |
The board communicates with the app using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
5.1.6 Localization status#
| Indicator | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ✓ | Location access or services are enabled. |
| × | Location access or services are disabled. |
Your operating system may require location permission for Bluetooth LE communication. The app does not use this permission to collect or store your location.