Overview
Dirt Face runs in the browser — there is no separate app store install required. The Operations Portal is built mobile-first for field, shop, and yard workers; the office dashboard works on tablet and phone but is easiest on desktop for estimating and admin work.
Operations worker sign-in: Field schedule · Time card
Office sign-in: Login
Office users (estimators and admins)
| Task | Recommended device |
|---|---|
| Estimates, designer, catalog | Desktop or tablet landscape |
| Quick customer lookup, schedule check | Phone or tablet |
| Business Settings, imports | Desktop |
The office UI is responsive. Complex screens (designer, Smart Import, inventory reports) need more screen space — use tablet landscape or laptop when possible.
Add the site to your home screen for faster access:
- iOS Safari: Share → Add to Home Screen
- Android Chrome: Menu → Install app or Add to Home screen
Operations workers (field installers)
Operations workers should use phones or tablets in the field.
After login, field workers land on Field schedule — not the office sidebar.
| Feature | Mobile behavior |
|---|---|
| Schedule | Calendar, list, and map views — Crew schedule |
| Job detail | Photos, time, materials, daily updates — Field job detail |
| Time card | Clock in, weekly hours, timesheet submission — Time tracking |
| Help | ? icon opens contextual KB articles |
Setup: Crew/Employee Portal · Setup for office
Connection indicator (operations portal)
The header shows online/offline status. Some actions queue when connectivity is poor and sync when back online. If updates fail repeatedly, toggle airplane mode off/on or move to stronger signal before retrying.
Office staff review crew submissions from Schedule → Review queue.
Tablet tips for estimating
| Tip | Why |
|---|---|
| Landscape orientation | More canvas space in the fence designer |
| Stylus or finger | Tap gates and posts on touch screens |
| Split screen | Reference photos or messages beside the designer |
Desktop remains best for long estimating sessions and catalog management.