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=Supported Web Browsers=
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The following web browsers are supported by SmartSimple Cloud. For the best experience we suggest using the latest version of Chrome or Safari.
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==General==
 
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SmartSimple is accessed through popular Internet browsers.
 
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==Internet Browser Support on PC/Desktop Devices==
 
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The following browsers are currently supported:
 
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* '''Chrome''': two most recent versions* [http://www.google.com/chrome/ download]
 
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* '''Firefox''': two most recent versions* [http://www.mozilla.org/ download]
 
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* '''Safari''': two most recent versions* [http://www.apple.com/safari/ download]
 
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* '''Internet Explorer''' [http://windows.microsoft.com/en-IE/internet-explorer/download-ie download]: version 11.0 and higher, depending on Windows Operating System in use (see below)
 
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* '''Microsoft Edge''': two most recent versions* [https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/download/details.aspx?id=48126 download]
 
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All browsers listed above are supported on all '''Windows''', '''OS X''' and '''Linux''' Operating Systems that are explicitly stated as supported by the individual browser manufacturer.
 
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===Internet Explorer Version Support===
 
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Internet Explorer Version support by Windows Operating System
 
  
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==For Windows, macOS or Linux==
 
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||'''Windows Operating System'''
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||Google Chrome
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||two most recent versions https://www.google.com/chrome/
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||Windows Vista SP2
 
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||Internet Explorer 9
 
 
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||Windows 7
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||Mozilla Firefox
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||Internet Explorer 11
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||two most recent versions https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/
 
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||Apple Safari
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||Internet Explorer 11
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||two most recent versions https://www.apple.com/safari/
 
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||Microsoft Edge Chromium
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||two most recent versions https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/
 
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||Not Supported †
 
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===Unsupported browser message===
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By the '''two most recent versions''', we are referring to the current version published by the manufacturer excluding beta releases, and the previous version. Other browsers or older versions of supported browsers aren’t guaranteed to support all features.
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If the Browser being used is not supported then user will be presented with a message on the login page to inform them of this fact. The exact wording of the alert is shown below.
 
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'''''We have detected that you are using an unsupported browser. If you continue to use this browser, the site may not display properly. To view a list of supported browsers, please visit http://wiki.smartsimple.com/wiki/Browser.'''''
 
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User should upgrade to a supported version of the browser.
 
  
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==Internet Browser Support on Mobile Devices==
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†Support for Internet Explorer ended November 2020. '''Compatibility Mode''' and ''' Internet Explorer mode''' are '''NOT''' supported.
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SmartSimple supports native browsers on iOS and Android. Platform support for mobile devices extends to Arcadia and Arcadia X interfaces only. The Classic interface is not supported on mobile devices.
 
  
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==For iOS and Android (Tablet and Phone)==
 
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* '''Note 1:''' As of Jan. 12, 2016, only the most recent version of Internet Explorer, available for the Windows operating system in use, will be supported. See table above. This is reflective of [https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/gp/microsoft-internet-explorer/ Microsoft's browser version support policy]. SmartSimple will also be providing support for the version previous to the most current version available (Internet Explorer 10).
 
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* '''Note 2:''' Internet Explorer compatibility should not be enabled for access to SmartSimple as some items such icons displayed on buttons (Font Awesome) will not be displayed correctly. For additional information on disabling Internet Explorer compatibility mode see [http://kb.mit.edu/confluence/display/istcontrib/How+to+change+your+setting+for+Compatibility+mode+for+Internet+Explorer Disable Compatibility Mode]
 
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* '''Note 3:''' Firefox, Chrome, Safari and Microsoft Edge support applies to the current version published by the manufacturer '''excluding beta releases''', and the previous version.
 
  
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==Browser and Device Performance==
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Here are some things you can do to ensure optimal performance of your device and browser.
  
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*Ensure your device is fully charged or connected to power
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*Close other applications
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*Disable or remove unneeded browser plugins
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*Ensure you are on the latest stable version of your browser
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*Switch to a different browser (Google Chrome is considered the fastest for Windows)
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*Restart your device or browser
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*Clear Browser Cache (Ctrl+Shift+Del)
  
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Latest revision as of 13:59, 17 March 2023

Supported Web Browsers

The following web browsers are supported by SmartSimple Cloud. For the best experience we suggest using the latest version of Chrome or Safari.

For Windows, macOS or Linux

Google Chrome two most recent versions https://www.google.com/chrome/
Mozilla Firefox two most recent versions https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/
Apple Safari two most recent versions https://www.apple.com/safari/
Microsoft Edge Chromium two most recent versions https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/
Microsoft Internet Explorer and Edge (Non-Chromium) Not Supported †

By the two most recent versions, we are referring to the current version published by the manufacturer excluding beta releases, and the previous version. Other browsers or older versions of supported browsers aren’t guaranteed to support all features.

†Support for Internet Explorer ended November 2020. Compatibility Mode and Internet Explorer mode are NOT supported.

For iOS and Android (Tablet and Phone)

iOS Apple Safari
Android Google Chrome

Browser and Device Performance

Here are some things you can do to ensure optimal performance of your device and browser.

  • Ensure your device is fully charged or connected to power
  • Close other applications
  • Disable or remove unneeded browser plugins
  • Ensure you are on the latest stable version of your browser
  • Switch to a different browser (Google Chrome is considered the fastest for Windows)
  • Restart your device or browser
  • Clear Browser Cache (Ctrl+Shift+Del)
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