Brain Fog Support

Getting Started

1. Download Brain Fog from the App Store
2. Complete the simple onboarding flow
3. Install the grayscale toggle iOS Shortcut
4. Start tracking your brain health journey!

How to Use Brain Fog

🔄 Toggle Grayscale Mode

Use the installed iOS Shortcut to instantly switch between color and grayscale:

1. Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone
2. Tap "Toggle Grayscale" shortcut
3. Your screen will switch to grayscale (or back to color)
4. Brain Fog automatically tracks your usage

🎯 Focus Sessions

Use timed focus sessions to boost productivity:

1. Open Brain Fog and tap the Focus tab
2. Choose a session type:
   • Deep Work (2 hours)
   • Study Mode (25 min)
   • Bedtime (1 hour)
   • Morning Zen (30 min)
   • Custom (your choice)
3. Tap "Start Session" - grayscale will activate automatically
4. Get notified when your session completes

📊 Track Your Progress

Monitor your brain health in multiple ways:

• Home Screen: See your brain mascot evolve based on daily grayscale usage
• Calendar Tab: View historical data and patterns
• Streaks: Track consecutive days with healthy grayscale usage

Troubleshooting

❓ Shortcut Not Working?

If the grayscale shortcut isn't toggling correctly:

1. Go to Settings → Accessibility → Display & Text Size
2. Enable "Color Filters"
3. Select "Grayscale"
4. Turn it off for now
5. Try the shortcut again from the Shortcuts app

📈 Tracking Not Accurate?

For accurate tracking:

• Always use the installed iOS Shortcut to toggle grayscale
• Don't manually toggle in iOS Settings (the app won't detect it)
• Ensure Brain Fog has notification permissions (for focus sessions)

🔄 Need to Reinstall Shortcut?

1. Open Brain Fog
2. Go to Settings → Shortcut Setup
3. Tap "Install Shortcut" to reinstall

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brain Fog really free?

Yes! 100% free, forever. No subscriptions, no ads, no hidden costs.

Does it collect my data?

No. All your data stays on your iPhone. We don't collect, track, or share anything. See our Privacy Policy.

How does grayscale reduce screen time?

Research shows colorful screens trigger dopamine responses that make phones addictive. Grayscale reduces visual stimulation by 60%, naturally reducing the urge to scroll.

Can I use this with other screen time apps?

Absolutely! Brain Fog works alongside Apple's Screen Time and other wellness apps.

What are the brain health states?

Your brain mascot has 5 states based on daily grayscale usage:

• 🌫️ Max Brain Fog (0 hours)
• 😵‍💫 Unhealthy (1-7 hours)
• 😐 Decent (8-15 hours)
• 😊 Healthy (16-21 hours)
• 🤩 Healthiest (22+ hours)

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