User Guide

Get started with Merit Ledger

🚀 Quick Start

Merit Ledger is a simple tool for self-reflection. Here's how to get started:

  1. Download and Install
    Download and install Merit Ledger from the app store.
  2. First Launch
    Open the app to see the welcome screen.
  3. Start Recording
    Tap "Record Positive" or "Record Negative" on the home screen to begin documenting your actions.

📝 How to Record Entries

Recording Positive Actions

  1. Select Type
    Tap "Record Positive" to enter the recording page.
  2. Choose Value
    Select an appropriate value level based on the action:
    • 1 point: Small positive actions
    • 10 points: Moderate positive actions
    • 30 points: Significant positive actions
    • 100 points: Major positive actions
  3. Add Details
    Optionally add notes, upload photos, or record audio to make the entry more complete.
  4. Save Entry
    Tap save to complete the recording.

Recording Negative Actions

  1. Select Type
    Tap "Record Negative" to enter the recording page.
  2. Choose Value
    Select an appropriate value level based on the action:
    • 1 point: Minor negative actions
    • 10 points: Moderate negative actions
    • 30 points: Significant negative actions
    • 100 points: Major negative actions
  3. Add Details
    Document specific circumstances to help identify patterns and areas for improvement.
  4. Save Entry
    Tap save to complete the recording.
💡 Tip: Recording negative actions helps identify patterns and supports personal growth through self-reflection.

📊 Viewing Statistics

Today's Summary

View today's cumulative positive and negative actions on the home screen, updated in real-time.

Weekly Trends

In the "Weekly Trends" section on the home screen, view charts showing weekly patterns to understand your progress.

History

  1. Open Calendar
    Tap "History Calendar" on the home screen to open the calendar page.
  2. Select Date
    Choose a date with entries (marked on the calendar).
  3. View Details
    Tap a date to view all entries and daily totals for that day.

Summary Page

Tap "Summary" on the home screen to view total positive and negative actions since you started using the app.

📈 Progress Index

The Progress Index is a calculated metric based on your entries, reflecting your overall progress.

  1. View Current Level
    In the "Progress Index" section on the home screen, see your current level (Dim, Glimmer, Bright, Daylight, Radiant).
  2. View Trends
    See the 30-day trend to understand your progress over time.
  3. Improve Level
    By consistently recording positive actions and reducing negative ones, you can improve your progress index level.
💡 Tip: The Progress Index is automatically calculated based on action ratios and cumulative values. Consistent tracking supports improvement.

⚙️ Settings

Language Settings

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Select "Language"
  3. Choose English, Japanese, or Chinese
  4. The interface will switch immediately

Theme Settings

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Select "Theme"
  3. Choose Light or Dark theme
  4. The theme will apply immediately and be saved

Account Login

After logging in, your data will automatically sync to the cloud, allowing multi-device access and improved data security.

💡 Tips

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