ARI is available on the following platforms. In this article, we will focus on ARI for Apple devices and Windows devices.
ARI for iOS
Use ARI on all Apple devices by downloading it from the Apple App Store.
ARI for Your iPhone
Except for mobility and comfort, there are many other benefits of using the ARI for iPhone app. Here are some of the best advantages of being able to access your auto repair business from your iPhone:
mechanics can use ARI’s barcode scanner to read VINs or decode license plates
you can create invoices on the go, no need for an office or physical auto repair shop.
inspect vehicles and create a 50-point inspection checklist on the spot
owners can check staff activity even if they are not in the garage bay
And there are many other benefits of installing the ARI for iPhone app. It is free and comes at absolutely no additional cost to you.
ARI for iPad
ARI works great on iPads. That’s because the screen is bigger and so it’s much easier to type and create estimates or invoices. in addition, our mechanics have reported that building inspections on ARI for iPads is one of the easiest things they’ve done in a long time.
As an auto repair business owner, you can also check stats and reports to make sure that your business is running smoothly and stays profitable.
ARI for MAC
As of iOS 15, you should be able to download and use any iOS app from the Apple Store right inside your Mac. ARI is designed to work the same regardless of the device is running on. The info is synced to the cloud and then distributed to all your devices. In case your Mac is not compatible with ARI, then you can still use the Web Version on any Apple device connected to the Internet.
FAQs
How to update ARI on my Apple device?
In general, Apple makes sure to automatically update your ARI app when a new version is being rolled out. However, in case that does not happen and you know for sure you’re not using the latest version, then we suggest you follow the ARI update guide.
Can I purchase ARI Pro from inside the app?
You can. Simply go to ARI Settings/Subscriptions and choose the monthly or yearly plan. You will be able to check out using your iCloud id. You can also manage your subscription from your iTunes
ARI for Microsoft
Use Our Auto Repair App on Your Windows PC
Installation guide
STEP 1 – Download
The first thing you need to do is download the ARI files on your Windows PC. This is just as normal as downloading any other program. All you have to do is click the button on the right and let the files download on your PC
The ARI files will normally download in your Download folder in the form of a .zip file called ARI_Windows. Go to the next step to install ARI on your computer!
STEP 2 – Extract App Files
The next thing you need to do is extract the files from the archived folder you’ve just downloaded in Step 1. Follow the instructions below:
open the folder where you downloaded the ARI for Windows file (by default should be the Download folder)
right-click on the ARI_Windows.zip file
Extract All
If all goes well, you should see a new folder by the name ARI_Windows. Open that folder and move to the next step.
STEP 3 – Allow Access
Follow the instructions below on the pictures to your right to give access to ARI to run on your Windows computer. This step is crucial or else the auto repair app will not be able to start.
double-click on ARI.exe to open the file
on the blue window that appears, click More Info
click on Run Anyway to start the app
At this point, the ARI app should open up on your Windows PC and you should be able to log in and use it just like on other devices.
Step 4 – Create a Shortcut
The whole point of downloading and installing an auto repair app on your Windows PC is so that you can access it fast and easily. In order not to have to open the ARI folder every time, create a shortcut on your desktop so you have it handy.
right-click on the ari.exe file
create a shortcut
copy the shortcut file from the folder to your desktop, or any other folder that is convenient for you
access ARI from that shortcut
At this point, you should have an easy way to access ARI on your Windows PC, laptop, or desktop.
FAQs
How to upload a picture on ARI for Windows?
After you click the Attach Picture button, make sure you scroll up or down and locate a new button that says “Choose File”. Click on it and select the picture you want to upload.
How to update my Windows ARI application
The best way to update your ARI app for Windows is to delete the shortcut and the files from your PC and then download and install new ones from the site. Do NOT install a new version without deleting the old one as you may end up with 2 versions of ARI and that can cause problems. Follow this guide on how to update your ARI
How to resize my ARI window?
Simply drag the corners of the window until you reach the desired size. ARI is designed to be dynamic regardless of the size of the window.
Why use ARI for Windows when I can use the web version anywhere?
There are many benefits of being able to download and install our auto repair program on your Windows computer. The most important one is convenience. Your staff will appreciate having an icon on their desktop from where they can open the app instantly.
Another advantage is speed. When installed on your device, the app will be faster than the Web version as it leverages your PC power for some of its internal functions.