User manuals

Choose the platform you are using. The iOS and macOS apps share an observing-planning purpose, but their screen layout, setup flow, export actions, and beta status are documented separately.

iPhone and iPadBigSky Planner iOS Manual

For the App Store iOS/iPadOS app. Covers mobile tabs, first-start privacy setup, locations, equipment, target database filters, planner, weather, and help screens.

  • Uses iOS screenshots and mobile tab names.
  • Includes mobile target and planner workflow.
  • Includes PDF/manual download assets.
Open iOS manual
macOS BetaAstronomy Observation Planner macOS Manual

For the macOS beta build. Covers the desktop workspace, privacy and internet first page, location setup, telescope/accessory selection, target filter pop-up, planning, and export behavior.

  • Uses macOS terminology and desktop workflow.
  • Clearly marked as beta documentation.
  • Separated from the iOS App Store manual.
Open macOS manual
The iOS manual is for BigSky Planner. The macOS manual is for Astronomy Observation Planner Beta.