HCL Nomad 1.0.x for Apple iOS User Documentation
HCL Nomad is a mobile client that allows users to work with Domino applications from their mobile devices right out of the box. Nomad includes offline replication, touch optimization and extends your Domino Applications with device capabilities.
What's new in HCL Nomad for Apple iOS?
These are the new features and enhancements introduced in recent releases of HCL Nomad for Apple iOS.
Requirements
Before you set up HCL Nomad, check that you meet these requirements.
Limitations
There are a variety of limitations for Nomad. Some limitations are short-term, as the function is possible but has not been implemented yet. Some limitations are long-term and generally involve functions that cannot be implemented in the environment in which Nomad is running.
Tips for developing Notes apps
Here are some tips for developing mobile-friendly Notes applications that work well with HCL Nomad.
Using Nomad for iOS
The following articles provide instructions on how to set up and use HCL Nomad.
Setting up HCL Nomad on-premises
Follow these steps to set up HCL Nomad if you use an on-premises mail server located at your company site.
Setting up HCL Nomad in the cloud
Follow these steps to set up HCL Nomad if you use IBM SmartCloud® Notes® for mail.
Setting up the HCL Nomad server (SafeLinx)
Follow these steps to setup HCL Nomad if you are using a Nomad server to access Domino applications.
Opening applications
Open your first application.
Opening documents
Double-tap a document in a view to open it.
Searching
You can use full-text search to search an entire application; use quick-find to find information in the current view or find and replace text in the documents.
Importing or attaching pictures or files
You can import or attach pictures or files into documents.
Using the QR/Barcode scanner
You can now easily provide text input by utilizing your iOS device's camera to scan a barcode or QR code.
Scrolling within views
Drag in a view to scroll the view. When you drag within a view to scroll, arrows are available to move to the beginning or end of the view.
Frame navigation on the iPhone
Domino applications can consist of complex framesets containing multiple frames. These framesets can clutter the smaller interface of the iPhone screen. HCL Nomad on iPhone has unique toolbar actions designed to help users navigate their complex applications and improve their experience.
Mobile actions menu
HCL Nomad supports the mobile actions menu button, which is a floating action button that hovers over a view.
Creating local replicas
You’ll find that creating a local replica is similar to creating one in HCL Notes®. Follow these steps to create a local replica of an application on your device. The local replica is encrypted using Notes and Domino® encryption.
Managing local replicas
Use the Replication page to replicate all local replicas of an application or a specific one. Also use this page to delete or re-create a local replica.
Biometric Authentication on iOS
You can now enable Biometric Authentication for your Notes ID. This feature allows users to unlock their Notes ID with either Face ID or Touch ID.