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TextBox 2.0 Install Guide

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In this article, we will review how to install the TextBox app on desktop using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, and how to install on Android phones and iPhones.

For first-time login, you can create a password by using the 'forgot password' link on the TextBox app's login page to be sent a password reset email.


How to Install on a Desktop Computer via Google Chrome

From the Google Chrome browser, go to https://textbox.app and do one of the following

  • Click on the 'Install TextBox' icon in the URL Bar
    textbox-url-app-chrome.png
    Or,

  • Click on the 3-dot menu and click on Install TextBox (it may take a few moments for icon or install option to appear)

    3dot-menu-chrome.png

After installing, there are some Chrome options that can be set by clicking the 3 dot menu on top.

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Under App Info you will find:

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Under Settings, you will find:

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How to Install on a Desktop Computer via Microsoft Edge

From the Microsoft Edge browser, go to https://textbox.app and do one of the following

  • Click on the 'Install TextBox' icon in the URL Bar
    Edge Install textbox.png
  • Or,

  • Click on the 3-dot menu and click on Install TextBox (it may take a few moments for icon or install option to appear)
    Edge textbox app install.png

As you install TextBox, choose from the following then click 'Allow'
Note: To auto-start when your computer starts, make sure to check the box for 'Auto-start.

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After you install the PWA, there are additional settings available under the 3 dot menu

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How to Install on an Android Phone or Tablet via Chrome Browser

From the Chrome browser, go to https://TextBox.app and click on the 3-dot menu and click on Install app (it may take a few moments for the install option to appear)

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How to Install the TextBox mobile app on iPhone or iPad

From the App Store, search for TextBox.app (including the ".app" part) or you can use our shortlink: https://text.cc/iOS

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How to Subscribe To Notifications

From the device to which you would like to receive notifications, go to Settings, then Subscribe

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...then enter a short description of the device you are currently using. This is a matter of personal preference and can be something such as the model of your device.

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To have Notifications Texted to a Cell Phone Number Choose SMS and enter a phone number.

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When you are finished you should see a list of devices that will be notified when you receive a message.

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To test your notifications click the brown Test button. To turn off notification sounds on desktop computers, move the slider to the right.

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