fix problems on Merlin Bird ID [android]

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Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab
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company: Cornell Lab of Ornithology
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Audio issue

Audio identification feature struggles with quiet or distant calls

Fix: Try to record audio in a quieter environment or closer to the bird. Use a directional microphone or a smartphone with good audio capture cap... ⇲

Inability to adjust microphone gain

Fix: Check if your device's audio settings allow for microphone gain adjustments. Go to your device's settings, find 'Sound' or 'Audio', and look... ⇲
 
UI issue

New interface requires excessive scrolling

Fix: Familiarize yourself with the app's layout and features. Use the search function to quickly find specific birds instead of scrolling through... ⇲

Life list function lacks easy addition of identified birds

Fix: Look for a quick add feature in the life list section. If available, use this to add birds as you identify them without navigating away from... ⇲

Hides results without location input

Fix: Manually input your location if the app does not automatically detect it. Use GPS coordinates or a nearby landmark to help the app provide r... ⇲

Excessive drop-down menus complicate navigation

Fix: Familiarize yourself with the app's navigation structure. Spend some time exploring the menus to understand where features are located, whic... ⇲
 
Settings issue

Merlin Bird ID does not remember user settings

Fix: Check if there is an option to save settings in the app. Go to the settings menu and look for a 'Save' or 'Apply' button after making change... ⇲

Inability to set location manually in offline mode

Fix: Check if the app has a manual location input option in the settings or identification section. If available, enter your location coordinates... ⇲
 
Loading issue

Slow loading times after updates

Fix: Clear the app's cache to improve performance. Go to your device's settings, find the app in the application manager, and select 'Clear Cache... ⇲
 
Storage issue

Limited offline functionality despite large storage requirements

Fix: Review the app's settings to ensure that all offline content is downloaded. Look for options to download bird species, sounds, and images fo... ⇲
 
Bugs issue

Inconsistent identification accuracy

Fix: Cross-reference the app's identification results with a field guide or another reliable bird identification resource to verify accuracy. Thi... ⇲

Difficulty distinguishing between similar bird species

Fix: Use the app's comparison feature, if available, to view side-by-side images and descriptions of similar species. This can help you identify... ⇲
 
Features issue

No links to additional resources for bird information

Fix: Utilize external resources such as birding websites, forums, or social media groups dedicated to birdwatching. Bookmark these resources for... ⇲
 
Network issue

Sound ID feature hangs in low connectivity areas

Fix: Before heading into low connectivity areas, download the necessary sound files while you have a stable internet connection. This can help th... ⇲
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 Private Data Merlin Bird ID collects from your Android
  1. find accounts on the device
  2. add or remove accounts
  3. approximate location (network-based)
  4. precise location (GPS and network-based)
  5. read phone status and identity
  6. read the contents of your USB storage
  7. modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
  8. record audio
  9. view Wi-Fi connections
  10. view network connections
  11. pair with Bluetooth devices
  12. access Bluetooth settings
  13. change network connectivity
  14. connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
  15. full network access
  16. run at startup
  17. prevent device from sleeping
  18. modify system settings
  19. receive data from Internet