Getting Started

If you are reading this, the assumption is that you have already downloaded the app and joined the community. If not, there two steps you should complete before continuing with this document.

  1. Download the app: For iOS | For Android
  2. Join our Community on WhatsApp

Once you’re done, this guide will be a useful tool for you to learn more about Proto.

Why This Guide Exists

This is a comprehensive guide to making the most of the Proto App & our web-editor (in the future). We've created this resource to ensure you have all the information and support you need to navigate our platform effectively. Whether you're a pro, a mapping enthusiast, or someone who's new to all this, this guide is tailored to enhance your experience and skills in using our app.

How to Use This Guide

The guide is structured to walk you through every feature, tool, and possibility that the App offers. Here's how you can make the most of it:

  1. Getting Started: Begin with the basics. We'll introduce you to the app's interface, setting up your account, and the initial steps to get you mapping quickly.
  2. Features Explained: Dive into detailed explanations of each feature of the app. Understand how to contribute data, edit maps, and utilize the various tools at your disposal.
  3. Community and Support: Learn about our vibrant community of mappers. Discover how to connect with other users, share insights, and access support when needed.
  4. Updates and New Features: Stay informed about the latest updates and new features added to the app. We're constantly evolving, and this section ensures you're always up to date.

We encourage you to use this guide as a reference point, a learning tool, and a gateway to becoming a proficient user of the Proto App. Your journey in mapping the world starts here, and we're thrilled to have you on board.

Before you map !

At Proto, we see you, as our partner in this transformative journey. You bring the insights, the local knowledge, and the personal experiences, while we provide the platform and tools to share them. And with great power, comes great responsibility; so when you map, its important to keep a few things in mind

  1. Map honestly, don’t make stuff up or add information that is wrong. On the platform, your maps are your reputation.
  2. Add images, always. The images you add increase the value of your map data. Make sure you get good ones.
  3. Add an address. Whenever possible. Even if the app shows you an address, please go ahead and add one that might be more accurate.
  4. Help others. When others mappers need support, whether on the ground or on the app; be available. This is a positive sum game. The more we all do together, the better outcomes we are able to generate for everyone.

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