Troubleshooting - utourismboard/explore-uganda-application-documentation GitHub Wiki

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Issues and Solutions

Installation Issues

App Won't Install

  1. Check Device Compatibility

    • iOS: iPhone 6s or later, iOS 13.0+
    • Android: 2GB RAM, Android 8.0+
  2. Storage Space

    • Free up at least 200MB
    • Clear cache and temporary files
    • Remove unused apps
  3. Network Issues

    • Switch to stable WiFi
    • Try mobile data
    • Reset network settings

Authentication Problems

Unable to Login

graph TD
    A[Login Issue] --> B{Account Exists?}
    B -->|Yes| C[Check Password]
    B -->|No| D[Create Account]
    C -->|Incorrect| E[Reset Password]
    C -->|Correct| F[Check Network]
    F -->|Error| G[Network Solutions]
    G --> H[Try Again]
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  1. Password Issues

    • Use "Forgot Password"
    • Check caps lock
    • Clear browser cache
  2. Google Sign-In

    • Update Google Play Services
    • Check Google account
    • Clear Google app cache
  3. Apple Sign-In

    • Verify Apple ID
    • Check iOS version
    • Update Apple ID settings

Location Services

Location Not Working

  1. Check Permissions

    // Required Permissions
    <key>NSLocationWhenInUseUsageDescription</key>
    <string>Required for showing nearby attractions</string>
  2. GPS Issues

    • Enable GPS
    • Check GPS signal
    • Restart location services
  3. App Settings

    • Grant location access
    • Enable precise location
    • Allow background location

Map Problems

Map Not Loading

  1. Network Check

    • Verify internet connection
    • Try different network
    • Clear app cache
  2. Google Maps

    • Update Google Play Services
    • Clear Maps cache
    • Check API key status
  3. Display Issues

    • Restart app
    • Update app
    • Check device compatibility

Performance Issues

App Running Slowly

graph TD
    A[Performance Issue] --> B[Check Storage]
    A --> C[Check Memory]
    A --> D[Check Network]
    B --> E[Clear Cache]
    C --> F[Close Apps]
    D --> G[Network Test]
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  1. Memory Management

    • Close background apps
    • Clear app cache
    • Restart device
  2. Storage Space

    • Free up storage
    • Clear app data
    • Remove unused content
  3. Network Speed

    • Test connection speed
    • Switch networks
    • Reset network settings

Booking System

Booking Failures

  1. Payment Issues

    • Verify payment method
    • Check transaction limits
    • Contact bank if needed
  2. System Errors

    // Example Error Handling
    try {
      await processBooking();
    } catch (e) {
      if (e is PaymentError) {
        // Handle payment issues
      } else if (e is NetworkError) {
        // Handle network issues
      }
    }
  3. Availability Issues

    • Check dates
    • Verify room availability
    • Try alternative dates

Content Issues

Content Not Loading

  1. Cache Problems

    • Clear app cache
    • Force refresh content
    • Update app
  2. Network Issues

    • Check connection
    • Try different network
    • Reset network settings
  3. App Version

    • Check for updates
    • Reinstall app
    • Clear app data

Notification Problems

Not Receiving Notifications

  1. Device Settings

    • Enable notifications
    • Check Do Not Disturb
    • Allow background refresh
  2. App Settings

    • Enable in-app notifications
    • Check notification categories
    • Verify push permissions
  3. System Issues

    • Restart device
    • Reinstall app
    • Reset notification settings

Error Codes

Common Error Codes

Code Description Solution
E001 Network Error Check internet connection
E002 Authentication Failed Verify credentials
E003 Location Error Check GPS settings
E004 Payment Failed Verify payment method
E005 Booking Error Try again or contact support

Error Reporting

// Example Error Reporting
void reportError(String code, String message) {
  FirebaseCrashlytics.instance.recordError(
    Exception('$code: $message'),
    StackTrace.current,
    reason: 'User reported issue'
  );
}

Contact Support

Support Channels

  1. In-App Support

    • Live chat
    • Help center
    • FAQ section
  2. Email Support

  3. Emergency Support

    • For urgent issues
    • Available 24/7
    • Priority response

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