Advanced app features explained
Beyond the basics, the GivEnergy app has extra features to help you get more control.
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Graphs – track your usage, generation, and imports over time.
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Local Monitoring (Home option) – connect directly to your inverter when on the same Wi-Fi.
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Notifications – alerts for firmware updates, system events, or issues.
Troubleshooting:
If features don’t appear:
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Ensure you’re on the latest app version.
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For local monitoring, confirm you’re on the exact same Wi-Fi access point as your inverter.
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