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# Meshtastic Android App Documentation

User and developer documentation for the Meshtastic Android, Desktop, and iOS applications powered by KMP (Kotlin Multiplatform).

Use the sidebar navigation to browse the **User Guide** for app features and the **Developer Guide** for contributing to the project.

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## Quick Links

| Guide | Description |
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| [Getting Started](user/onboarding) | Connect your first radio and send a message |
| [Messages & Channels](user/messages-and-channels) | Channel broadcasts, direct messages, reactions, and encryption |
| [Nodes](user/nodes) | Understanding the mesh network node list |
| [Signal Meter](user/signal-meter) | How the LoRa signal quality meter works |
| [Units & Locale](user/units-and-locale) | How temperatures, distances, and times adapt to your region |
| [Desktop App](user/desktop) | Linux, macOS, and Windows desktop usage |
| [Architecture](developer/architecture) | App architecture overview for contributors |
| [Contributing](developer/contributing) | Branch naming, PR workflow, and verification commands |

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> This documentation is served from the same markdown source that powers the in-app **Help & Documentation** browser.