How to Setup a Shared Kiosk Tablet Device
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How to Register a Kiosk Device
Learn how to register a kiosk device within your account settings to ensure it's properly linked to your venue. Shared tablets with individual logins help keep Operandio embedded in daily workflows—perfect for real-time, shift-based teams. They're easy to access, quick to use, and designed for seamless handovers between staff.
How to Edit the Logout Timer on a Kiosk Device
Discover how to access the advanced settings of a registered device and adjust the logout timer to better suit your use case or venue needs.
How to Register a Kiosk Device
Go to Settings:
- Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
- Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
Access the Devices Page:
- In the left-hand navigation menu, click on Devices.
- Scroll down and click the blue Register Device button at the bottom of the screen.
Open the Operandio App on the Device:
- On the device you want to use as a shared kiosk, open the Operandio app.
- Choose Register as Kiosk Device.
- Alternatively: On a mobile device, tap More Options, then select Register as Shared Device.
Enter the Registration Code:
- A 10-character registration code will appear on the kiosk device screen.
- On your web browser (on the admin computer), enter this code into the registration field.
Complete Registration:
- Fill in any additional required details.
- Click Register Device to finalize the setup.
Confirmation:
- The device will confirm that it has been successfully registered.
- Kiosk/shared mode will now be enabled on the device.
How to Extend the Timer for a Device
If you need to adjust the timer settings for a device - such as to allow more time for responses or to better suit the activity duration - you can easily make this change from your account settings. Follow the steps below to update the timer associated with any registered device.
1. Navigate to Your Profile
Start by logging into your account. In the top-right corner of your screen, click on your profile icon, then select Settings from the dropdown menu.
2. Open the Devices Page
On the left-hand side of the Settings page, you’ll see a navigation menu. Click on Devices to view all devices associated with your account or venue.
3. Find the Relevant Device
Scroll through the list or use the search function to locate the specific device you want to update. Each device should be clearly labeled with the device name.
4. Edit Device Settings and Adjust Timer
Once you’ve located the device, click the Edit button next to it. In the device settings menu, scroll down to Advanced Options. Here, you’ll find the Timer setting. Adjust the timer duration as needed to control how long a user stays logged in before the session times out. After making your changes, be sure to click Save to apply the new settings.
