Quick Start Guide

1Download & Install

Download TaxiSolo Assistant from the Google Play Store or install the APK file provided by your fleet manager.

2First Launch

Tap the TaxiSolo Assistant icon to launch the app. You'll see the welcome screen and login prompt.

1Login or Create Account

On the main website, click "Continue with Google" in the header. This will open a pop-up allowing you to sign in or create a new account using your Google credentials. The system handles both scenarios automatically.

If you select a specific plan from the pricing table, you will be taken to a page to finalize your account creation with that plan.

2Profile Setup

Complete your driver profile with essential information:

• Full Name: Your legal name as it appears on your license
• Driver License Number: Your taxi/private hire license
• Phone Number: Your contact number for customers
• Email: For booking confirmations and reports

3Vehicle Information

Add your vehicle details:

• Registration Number: Your vehicle's license plate
• Make & Model: e.g., "Ford Galaxy" or "Toyota Prius"
• Passenger Capacity: Maximum number of passengers
• Vehicle Type: Saloon, Estate, MPV, Wheelchair Accessible, etc.

1Location Services (Required)

What it does: Enables GPS tracking, navigation, and automatic mileage calculation.

How to enable:

• Tap "Allow" when prompted
• Choose "Allow all the time" for best experience
• This enables background location tracking during shifts

2Phone & SMS (Required)

What it does: Allows calling customers and sending booking confirmations.

How to enable:

• Tap "Allow" for Phone permission
• Tap "Allow" for SMS permission
• These enable the integrated dialer and messaging features

3Camera (Optional)

What it does: Enables accident reporting and photo documentation.

How to enable: Tap "Allow" when prompted, or enable later in Settings.

4Contacts (Recommended)

What it does: Automatically saves customer details and enables quick calling.

How to enable: Tap "Allow" to enable automatic contact management.

1Main Menu

The app uses a bottom navigation bar with five main sections:

• 🏠 Home: Dashboard with shift status and quick actions
• 📅 Bookings: Create and manage private hire bookings
• 🚖 Rank: Taxi rank operations and queue management
• 📋 Jobs: View active and completed jobs
• ⚙️ Settings: App configuration and preferences

2Dashboard Overview

Your home dashboard shows:

• Shift Status: Whether you're currently working
• Today's Earnings: Total revenue for current shift
• Active Jobs: Current and upcoming bookings
• Quick Actions: Start shift, create booking, view map

3Side Menu

Tap the hamburger menu (☰) for additional options:

• Daily Reports
• Expense Tracking
• Accident Reports
• Help & Support

1Starting Your Shift

Before you can take bookings, you need to start your shift:

• Go to the Home tab
• Tap the large "Start Shift" button
• The app will record your start time and enable GPS tracking
• You'll see "Shift Active" status in green

2What Happens During Your Shift

While your shift is active, the app automatically:

• Tracks Time: Records your working hours
• Monitors Location: Uses GPS for navigation and mileage
• Calculates Earnings: Updates your daily total as you complete jobs
• Manages Jobs: Shows upcoming bookings and alerts

1Access Booking Screen

There are several ways to create a booking:

• Tap "Bookings" in the bottom navigation
• Use the "New Booking" quick action on the dashboard
• Tap the "+" floating action button

2Enter Customer Details

Fill in the customer information:

• Customer Name: First and last name
• Phone Number: Contact number (will be saved automatically)
• Special Requirements: Wheelchair access, child seat, etc.

3Set Pickup Location

Choose the pickup location:

• Search: Type an address or postcode
• Map: Tap on the map to select location
• Current Location: Use your current GPS position
• Favorites: Select from saved locations

4Set Destination

Enter the drop-off location using the same methods as pickup. You can also:

• Add multiple destinations for complex journeys
• Set waypoints for stops along the route
• Leave destination blank for "as directed" jobs

5Schedule the Journey

Set when the journey should happen:

• ASAP: Immediate pickup (default)
• Scheduled: Set specific date and time
• Recurring: Set up regular appointments

6Review & Confirm

Before saving, review:

• Route: Check pickup and drop-off locations
• Fare Estimate: Automatic calculation based on distance and time
• Journey Time: Estimated duration
• Customer Details: Ensure contact information is correct

Tap "Save Booking" to confirm and add to your job list.

1Explore Key Features

Now that you have the basics, explore these important features:

• Jobs Management: Learn to start, complete, and edit jobs
• Navigation: Use the built-in GPS for turn-by-turn directions
• Communication: Call customers directly from bookings
• Financial Tracking: Monitor daily earnings and expenses

2Configure Settings

Customize the app for your needs:

• Tariff Settings: Set your local taxi rates
• Notification Preferences: Choose alert types and timing
• Display Options: Adjust theme and layout preferences
• Backup Settings: Enable cloud sync for data protection

3Learn Advanced Features

When you're comfortable with basics, explore:

• Recurring Bookings: Set up regular customer appointments
• School Runs: Specialized features for school transport
• Rank Operations: Taxi rank queue management
• Reporting: Generate detailed financial reports