# PreFlight Check

The **PreFlight** screen serves as your final dashboard to verify the status of your hardware, system settings, and environment. Before you start your event, use this screen to confirm that everything is configured correctly so your booth runs reliably.

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### Devices

The Devices section displays all connected or available hardware. 

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Camera" %}
Used to connect a [DSLR](/hardware-and-gear/dslr/equipment-and-settings.md) camera (available on the [Core plan](https://www.simplebooth.com/plans) and up).
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Microphone" %}
Shows the status of the iPad’s built-in microphone or allows you to connect a Bluetooth microphone for video captures.
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Printer" %}
Displays your connected printer status. If a printer is connected, it will show as "Ready." 

You can also use this section to switch between available printers on your network.
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

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### Status Cards

Status cards provide a real-time overview of your iPad's health and key event settings. These cards are organized into two categories and will move between sections automatically as their status changes:

* **May Need Attention**: Items that require changes or configuration before the event begins.
* **More Info**: Items that are set up correctly and ready to go.

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#### Understanding the Cards

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Battery" %}
Appears under **More Info** when the iPad is plugged in.

Moves to **May Need Attention** when unplugged.&#x20;
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Guided Access" %}
Appears under **More Info** when enabled.

Moves to **May Need Attention** when disabled, with a link to Apple’s [Guided Access](https://support.apple.com/en-us/111795) help article.&#x20;
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Disk Space" %}
Appears under **More Info** when more than 5 GB is available.

Moves to **May Need Attention** when less than 5 GB is available.

{% hint style="info" %}
**Disk Space** refers specifically to the storage space available on your iPad hardware, not a limit on your Simple Booth account.
{% endhint %}
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Network" %}
Appears under **More Info** when connected to WiFi.

Moves to **May Need Attention** when no network is detected.
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Gallery" %}
Always appears under **More Info**.

Shows which gallery is connected to the preset.
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="AI Previews" %}
Appears under **May Need Attention** when AI effects are enabled but booth mode previews are missing. You can generate previews directly from the PreFlight check.&#x20;

The AI Effect Preview card will completely disable when previews are already generated.&#x20;
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

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### Ready to Launch

Once you have reviewed the **PreFlight** dashboard and addressed any items in the "May Need Attention" section, you are ready to begin. While some items in the dashboard may not strictly block you from starting, ensuring everything is green will prevent interruptions during your event.

When you are satisfied with your setup, tap [**Launch**](/running-your-event/preparing-for-events/launching-your-booth.md) to transition the app into the participant-facing booth mode.


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