Engram User Guide

This guide will help you navigate and use Engram effectively to access decentralized applications on the DERO blockchain.

Getting Started

After downloading Engram from GitHub (opens in a new tab), launch the application from your desktop or applications folder.

Connecting to a DERO Node

Before using any applications, you'll need to connect to a DERO node:

Connecting Your Wallet

To interact with dApps that require wallet functionality:

1. Go to Wallet > Connect Wallet
2. Choose your connection method:
   • XSWD Protocol: Connect to a wallet supporting XSWD (recommended)
   • Manual Connection: Enter your wallet's connection details
3. Authorize the connection in your wallet application
4. Verify the connection status in the status bar

For detailed instructions, see the Wallet Integration guide.

Discovering Applications

Engram provides several ways to discover dApps:

Featured Applications

The home screen displays featured and popular applications. Click on any application card to view more details or launch the application.

Application Directory

To browse all available applications:

1. Click Apps in the navigation bar
2. Use the category filters to narrow your search
3. Sort by popularity, rating, or recency
4. Click on an application to view its details

Manual Entry

If you know the SCID (Smart Contract ID) of an application:

1. Click Apps > Add Application
2. Enter the SCID in the input field
3. Click Load Application
4. Verify and confirm the application details

Using Applications

Launching an Application

To launch an application:

1. Find the application in your library or directory
2. Click the Launch button
3. The application will open in the main Engram window

Application Permissions

When an application requests permissions:

1. Review the requested permissions carefully
2. Choose to allow or deny each permission
3. Optionally select "Remember my choice" for future use

Interacting with Blockchain

When an application needs to interact with the blockchain:

1. The application will request authorization through your connected wallet
2. Review the transaction details carefully
3. Approve or reject the transaction in your wallet
4. Wait for confirmation from the blockchain

Managing Your Applications

Favorites

To mark an application as a favorite:

1. Navigate to the application details
2. Click the star icon next to the application name
3. The application will appear in your Favorites list for quick access

Updating Applications

Engram automatically checks for application updates:

1. When updates are available, you'll see a notification badge
2. Go to Apps > Updates Available
3. Review the changes in each update
4. Click Update to apply the latest version

Removing Applications

To remove an application from your library:

1. Navigate to the application details
2. Click ⋮ (more options)
3. Select Remove from Library
4. Confirm the removal

Customizing Engram

Appearance

To customize the application appearance:

1. Go to Settings > Appearance
2. Choose between light and dark themes
3. Adjust the application scaling if needed
4. Configure other visual preferences

Privacy Settings

To adjust your privacy settings:

1. Go to Settings > Privacy
2. Configure application permission defaults
3. Manage local data storage options
4. Set wallet connection preferences

Troubleshooting

Connection Issues

If you're having trouble connecting to a node:

1. Verify the node address and port are correct
2. Check that your firewall isn't blocking the connection
3. Try an alternative node temporarily
4. Restart Engram and try connecting again

Application Loading Problems

If an application fails to load:

1. Check your connection to the DERO node
2. Verify the SCID is correct
3. Try clearing the application cache in Settings > Advanced > Clear Cache
4. Restart Engram and try again

Wallet Connection Issues

If you're having trouble connecting your wallet:

1. Ensure your wallet supports the XSWD protocol
2. Verify your wallet is running and unlocked
3. Check network connectivity between Engram and your wallet
4. Try restarting both Engram and your wallet

Advanced Features

Developer Mode

If you're a developer testing applications:

1. Go to Settings > Advanced
2. Enable Developer Mode
3. Access additional tools through the Developer menu

Console Access

To view application logs and debug information:

1. With Developer Mode enabled, press Ctrl+Shift+I (or Cmd+Option+I on macOS)
2. The developer console will open with logs and errors
3. Use the Console tab to interact with the application

Next Steps

Now that you're familiar with using Engram:

• Explore available dApps
• Learn about wallet integration
• Discover how to develop TELA applications (opens in a new tab)