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 current release 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
macOSAstronomy Observation Planner macOS Manual

For the macOS 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 macOS documentation.
  • Separated from the iOS App Store manual.
Open macOS manual
macOS HelpAstronomy Observation Planner Help

Fast setup, target image, filter, trial, purchase, export, and support guidance for the Mac app.

Open macOS help
The iOS manual is for BigSky Planner. The macOS manual is for Astronomy Observation Planner.