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Getting Started

Initial Setup
- App permissions needed: Photo Library access for saving clips
- File access permissions for selecting video folders
- Recommended: Allow notifications for export completion alerts

Main Screen
- Company logo at top
- Video selection button in center when no session loaded
- Menu button in top right corner
- Video controls appear at bottom when session is loaded
Menu Options
- Select Videos Folder: Choose folder containing your camera recordings
- Show Available Sessions: View and select from detected video sessions

Session Structure
- Each session consists of two synchronized videos (Camera 1 and Camera 2)
- Videos are automatically paired based on matching timestamps
- Sessions are numbered chronologically
Video Playback
- Portrait mode: Videos stacked vertically
- Landscape mode: Videos side by side
- Playback controls:
  - Play/Pause button
  - Stop button
  - Progress slider
  - Current time / Total duration display
- Tap screen to show/hide controls during playback
- Screen brightness automatically maximizes during playback

Creating Clips
- Tap the share icon (square with arrow)
- Set clip start and end times using sliders
- Preview timing before export
Exporting Options
- Clips are saved to Photos app in "CaptureWorks" album
- Export format: MP4
- Layout: Vertical format optimized for mobile viewing
- Both camera views included in single clip
Sharing
- Direct share from app to other apps/services
- Save to Photos app for later use
- Share via system share sheet

Common Issues
- No sessions found
  - Ensure correct folder selected
  - Check video file naming format (camera1_timestamp.mp4, camera2_timestamp.mp4)
  - Verify both camera files present for session
- Playback issues
  - Check internet connection (if streaming)
  - Ensure sufficient device storage
  - Close other media-heavy apps
- Export problems
  - Verify sufficient storage space
  - Check Photos app permissions
  - Try shorter clip duration if export fails
Best Practices
- Keep original video files organized in paired sets
- Regular cleanup of exported clips to manage storage
- Close app when not in use to conserve battery