Name: SweepSpotter
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Author: SweepSpotter

Question 1

What is SweepSpotter?

Accepted Answer

SweepSpotter is a mobile app that helps you track street sweeping schedules in Los Angeles. It works like a weather app but for street cleaning - you can search for locations, save your favorites, and get alerts about upcoming street sweeping in your area.

Question 2

Which areas does SweepSpotter cover?

Accepted Answer

Currently, SweepSpotter covers Los Angeles and uses official Los Angeles street sweeping schedule data.

Question 3

Is SweepSpotter free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SweepSpotter is free to use. There will be an optional subscription that removes ads and directly supports the app's development.

Question 4

What platforms is SweepSpotter available on?

Accepted Answer

SweepSpotter is available on iOS and soon Android. The map features work best on mobile devices, though there is limited web support coming soon.

Question 5

How do I search for a location?

Accepted Answer

1. Tap the "Search" tab at the bottom of the screen
2. Type an address, neighborhood name, or landmark in the search bar
3. Select a location from the search results
4. View the street sweeping schedule for that location

Question 6

How do I add a location to my favorites?

Accepted Answer

1. Search for a location or find it on the map
2. Tap "Add to Favorites" when viewing the location details
3. Optionally, give the location a custom name/nickname
4. The location will appear in your Favorites tab

Question 7

Why should I allow location permissions?

Accepted Answer

Location permissions enable:
- Automatic detection of your current location
- Nearby street sweeping alerts
- Easier searching around where you are

Your location data stays private and is only used to show relevant street sweeping information.

Question 8

How do I view street sweeping schedules?

Accepted Answer

Street sweeping schedules show:
- **Day of the week** (Mon, Tue, Wed, etc.)
- **Week of the month** (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th)
- **Time range** (e.g., 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
- **Current status** (Today, Tomorrow, or days until next cleaning)

Question 9

What do the different alert statuses mean?

Accepted Answer

- **Today's Alert** (Red/Urgent): Street sweeping is happening today
- **Tomorrow** (Orange/Warning): Street sweeping is tomorrow
- **In X days** (Blue/Safe): Days until the next street sweeping

Question 10

How do I use the map view?

Accepted Answer

1. Go to the "Map" tab
2. Use the crosshair in the center to select any location
3. The map shows street sweeping zones as colored areas
4. Tap on areas to see detailed schedule information
5. Pan and zoom to explore different neighborhoods

Question 11

How do I manage my favorite locations?

Accepted Answer

In the Favorites tab you can:
- View all saved locations
- See today's alerts at the top
- Tap any location to view details
- Long-press to rename or delete locations
- Get quick status updates for all your saved spots

Question 12

Can I rename my saved locations?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can give any saved location a custom nickname. This is helpful for places like "Home", "Work", or "Mom's House" instead of just the street address.

Question 13

How do I clear my recent searches?

Accepted Answer

1. Go to Settings
2. Tap "Clear recent searches"
3. Confirm when prompted

Question 14

Can I change the app language?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SweepSpotter supports multiple languages:
- English
- Spanish (español)
- Korean (한국어)

Question 15

How do I manage location permissions?

Accepted Answer

1. Go to Settings
2. Tap "Location Permissions"
3. Follow the prompts to update your device settings

Question 16

Why isn't my location showing up in search?

Accepted Answer

- Make sure you're searching within Los Angeles
- Try different search terms (street address, neighborhood, landmarks)
- Check your internet connection

Question 17

The app isn't showing street sweeping information for my address

Accepted Answer

- Verify the address is within Los Angeles city limits
- Some areas may not have street sweeping schedules
- Try searching for nearby cross streets or landmarks
- Contact support if you believe there's an error

Question 18

What data does SweepSpotter collect?

Accepted Answer

- Location data (only when you grant permission, used locally)
- Search history (stored on your device)
- Favorite locations (stored on your device)
- Usage analytics (anonymous, to improve the app)

Question 19

Is my data shared with third parties?

Accepted Answer

No, your personal data and saved locations stay private and are not shared with third parties.

Question 20

How do I delete my data?

Accepted Answer

- Clear recent searches in Settings
- Delete individual favorites by long-pressing them
- Uninstall the app to remove all local data

Question 21

How can I support SweepSpotter?

Accepted Answer

- Rate the app in the app store
- Share it with friends and neighbors
- Consider the optional subscription to remove ads and support development
- Provide feedback to help improve the app

SweepSpotter Support

Why isn't my location showing up in search?

The app isn't showing street sweeping information for my address

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