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Self Service Kiosk Set-Up – Android

Step-by-step guide

Introduction

The LIKE MAGIC Self Service Kiosk allows guest information and booking processes to be accessed directly via an Android Tablet. This guide shows you step by step how to set up kiosk mode on an Android device and prepare the device for optimal use.

In this guide, you will find all the necessary prerequisites, detailed setup steps, and helpful instructions to successfully configure your tablet as a LIKE MAGIC Self Service Kiosk.

 

Table of Contents:

  1. Set-Up Possibilites
  2. Preconditions
  3. Set-up Guide - Self-managed setup
  4. Support

1. Set-up Possibilities

There are two ways to set up the LIKE MAGIC Self Service Kiosk:

Option 1 – Via Consultant4IT:
The company Consultant4IT provides complete kiosk solutions – including hardware, setup, IT coordination, and on-site service. After the offer is accepted, Consultant4IT will contact LIKE MAGIC directly to obtain the required kiosk URL.

Option 2 – Self-managed setup:
You can use your own devices and integrate the provided kiosk URL yourself.
The purchase, operation, and configuration of the tablet in kiosk mode (see instructions below) are entirely your responsibility.

2. Preconditions

Make sure you’ve received the KIOSK URL and KIOSK ID from your contact person or the LIKE MAGIC support team.

3. Set-up Guide - Self-managed setup

How to install Kiosk Mode on an Android device:

  1. Open the website
    • Open Chrome or any other browser

    • Open the URL: XXX
      (You will receive this URL from your contact person or the support team)

  2. Add to Home Screen
    • Tap the menu (three dots)
    • Select Add to Home Screen or Install App
    • Confirm by tapping Add
  3. Open the App
    • Find the new app icon on the Home Screen

    • Tap it to launch the web app

  4. Open the Kiosk menu

    • Place four fingers on the screen at the same time

    • Hold for 4 seconds until the Kiosk menu appears

  5. Enter the Kiosk-ID
    • Enter the Kiosk ID: XXX
      (You will receive this ID from your contact person or the support team)

    • Confirm the entry

  6. Enable Screen Pinning (Preparation)

    • Go to Settings → Security & Privacy (or Security)

    • Find Advanced options or Additional security settings

    • Enable Screen Pinning
    • Optional: Enable Ask for PIN before unpinning
  7. Pin the App
    • Open the Overview screen (swipe up from the bottom of the screen)
    • Tap the app icon of the web app
    • Select Pin or tap the pin icon
    • The app is now locked in Kiosk Mode
  8. Exit Screen Pinning
    • The app is now locked in Kiosk Mode
    • Hold the Back and Overview buttons at the same time
    • On newer devices: swipe up from the bottom and hold
    • Enter PIN/passcode if requested

4. Support

Depending on the setup method, contact your contact person at LIKE MAGIC or Consultant4IT.