# Cloud Access

## Desktop Browser

Access ProcessLogbook Cloud from any internet-connected computer.

### Logging In

1. Navigate to: `https://logbook.yourcompany.com` (or your cloud URL)
2. Enter username and password
3. Complete two-factor authentication if enabled
4. Dashboard displays recent activity

### Dashboard Overview

- **Recent Notes**: Latest notes across all equipment
- **My Activities**: Your assigned tasks
- **Abnormal Conditions**: Currently active issues
- **Quick Actions**: Common tasks

### Navigating Equipment

**Equipment Browser:**
1. Click **Equipment** in sidebar
2. Expand hierarchy: Sites → Systems → Equipment
3. Click equipment name to view details

**Search:**
1. Use search bar at top
2. Type equipment name or tag
3. Select from results

**Favorites:**
1. Star frequently accessed equipment
2. Access from **Favorites** in sidebar

### Creating Notes

1. Navigate to equipment
2. Click **Add Note** button
3. Enter:
   - **Title**: Brief summary (required)
   - **Body**: Detailed description
   - **Type**: General, Maintenance, or Abnormal Condition
4. Add attachments:
   - Click **Add Photo** to take or upload image
   - Click **Add File** for documents
5. Click **Save**

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## Mobile Access

ProcessLogbook Cloud works on smartphones and tablets.

### Mobile Browser Access

1. Open your mobile browser (Chrome, Safari)
2. Navigate to your Cloud URL
3. Log in (credentials saved for convenience)
4. Interface adapts to mobile screen

### Mobile-Specific Features

| Feature | How to Access |
|---------|---------------|
| Camera capture | Tap photo button when adding note |
| GPS location | Automatic if permitted |
| Barcode scan | Scan equipment QR codes |
| Offline mode | Works without internet |

### Quick Note Entry

For fast field documentation:

1. Tap **Quick Note** on dashboard
2. Select equipment (or scan barcode)
3. Enter note text
4. Snap photo if needed
5. Tap **Save**

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## Offline Mode

ProcessLogbook Cloud works offline for field operations without connectivity.

### How Offline Mode Works

1. **Download equipment data** while online
2. **Work offline** - create notes and activities
3. **Auto-sync** when connection returns

### Preparing for Offline Use

Before going into the field:

1. Open Cloud app while connected
2. Navigate to the equipment you'll be working on
3. App automatically caches recent notes
4. For extended offline work, tap **Download for Offline**

### Creating Notes Offline

1. Create notes as normal
2. Notes are saved locally on your device
3. Yellow indicator shows pending sync
4. Notes upload automatically when online

### Viewing Offline Data

While offline, you can view:
- Equipment hierarchy (cached)
- Recent notes (previously downloaded)
- Your pending notes (created offline)

### Syncing After Reconnection

When connectivity returns:
1. App automatically syncs pending notes
2. Green checkmark confirms sync
3. New notes from others download
4. Any conflicts are flagged for review