Opening the App for the First Time

1. If you are new to the app, tap Sign Up. If you have used Weave Chat on another device before, tap Log In
2. Enter the user’s birth year
3. Select your preferred sign-in method (e.g. Google, Email, Mobile, or Apple)
4. After logging in, you’ll see “Welcome to Weave Chat.” Select Get Started to complete a brief set up (you can change these selections later)
5. When setup is complete, watch the video tutorials or select Use Weave Chat AAC to begin. The home screen has three options:
   • Settings — Area where you can access editing
   • Connect — Allows you to remotely manage the app
   • Board — Goes directly into the communication board

How to Add a Board

1. From the main page, tap Board
2. Tap Edit in the bottom left corner
3. Tap Boards in the bottom right corner
4. Tap Add New Board in the green banner at the top of the screen
5. Select the desired board and create a Title and Description
6. Tap “Press to Save” and the new board will open

For a video walkthrough of adding a board, see How to Add a Board in Weave Chat

Exploring Vocabulary and Finding Words

Start exploring your vocabulary by browsing folders and pages. Use the Word Finder to quickly locate where words live within the system.

To access Word Finder:

Tap Finder in the bottom toolbar with the magnifying glass symbol.

Basic Customization: Making the App Personal

Begin simple customizations to better reflect the communicator’s needs and preferences.

How to Add or Edit Buttons

To add a new button:

1. Tap Board, then tap Edit in the bottom-left corner
2. Navigate to the page you want to edit
3. Tap Edit in the top purple toolbar
4. Press and hold a button space to add or edit
5. Select word, folder, or copy existing
6. Tap Press to Save

For a detailed walkthrough, see How to Add a New Button (Word & Folder) and Editing an Existing Button 

Protecting Customizations

To prevent unwanted changes, it can be helpful to limit access to settings and edit mode.

To set up a PIN:

1. Tap Settings
2. Tap PIN Configuration
3. Type in your desired PIN
4. Check Enable PIN
5. Select what you would like the PIN to lock
6. Tap Press to Save

Don’t Forget: Back Up Your App

Weave Chat automatically backs up your boards and customizations to your Weave Chat account. No manual backup steps are needed. 

To automatically back up make sure that:

1. You’re logged into your account
2. You’re device is connected to Wi-Fi.