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Shift Control
Mobile App Quick Start
🚀 Get tracking in under 5 minutes!
Follow these steps to set up ShiftControl on your Android device.
Install & Login
Install the ShiftControl APK you received and open the app.
Login with your email and password (same as the web app).
📱 Android Only: iOS version coming soon! For now, use the web app on iPhone.
Enable Permissions
IMPORTANT!ShiftControl needs three permissions to work properly. Go to Settings tab and tap the green "Check & Enable Permissions" button.
🔒 GPS Location
Required for mileage tracking. Select "Allow all the time" or "While using the app".
🌐 Background GPS
Allows tracking while using DoorDash, Uber, or Maps. Select "Allow all the time" when prompted.
📱 Screen Overlay (Display over other apps)
This enables the floating bubble that lets you track trips while using other apps. Toggle ON in system settings.
✅ Tip: The "Check & Enable Permissions" button will show you which permissions are missing and guide you through enabling each one.
Using the Floating Bubble
The floating bubble appears over other apps so you can track trips without switching back to ShiftControl!
🫧 Bubble Controls
Stage Button
Tap to advance
Decline
Offer declined
Cancel
Cancel trip
Stage Button Icons:
Heading to pickup
At pickup
En route
Drop off
💡 Pro Tip: You can drag the bubble anywhere on screen. It stays visible over DoorDash, Uber, Google Maps, etc!
Track Your First Trip
Select Service & Start
Choose DoorDash, Uber Eats, Uber X, or Lyft. Tap "Accept Offer" when you get an order.
Drive to Pickup
GPS tracks your miles automatically. Tap 🏪 when you arrive at the restaurant.
Pick Up Order
Tap 📦 when you have the order and are heading to the customer.
Complete Delivery
Tap 🎯 after drop-off. Enter fare, tip, and restaurant. Done!
🎉 That's it! Your trip is saved with accurate times and mileage. View it in your Trips list!
Navigate the App
📱 Four Main Tabs:
📝 Trips
Track trips, view history, filter by day/week/month. Add trips manually if needed.
📊 Insights
Calendar view, My Stores analytics, Platform comparison charts.
⚙️ Settings
Goals, services, permissions, dark mode, help links.
💬 Feedback
Report bugs, request features, suggest restaurants.
🎨 Understanding Color Codes
Set your goals in Settings → Income Goals (default: $30/hr, $1/mile)
💡 Pro Tips
⚡ Fast Tracking
- • Tap bubble buttons as you go
- • Enter fare right after delivery
- • Use restaurant autocomplete
🔋 Battery Tips
- • GPS uses moderate battery
- • Keep phone plugged in while driving
- • Bubble uses minimal resources
❓ Need Help?
Full User Guide
Check the Full Beta User Guide for detailed documentation
In-App Feedback
Use the Feedback tab to report bugs or ask questions
Bug Tracker
View known issues at Feedback Tracker
🎉 You're Ready!
Open the app, enable permissions, and start your first trip.
Happy tracking! 🚗💨
Shift-Control Mobile Beta v1.0 | Full Guide | January 2026