Forecaddie Golf App Instructions
Step 1: Getting Started
Welcome to Forecaddie Golf App instructions. Designed to help you swing with confidence and own every shot. Let’s walk you through everything you need to know.
Once you’ve downloaded the Forecaddie Golf App and opened it for the first time you will see:
- Choose Your Subscription Plan: Monthly, 3-month, or yearly.
Activate your one month free trial and start swinging with confidence!
Step 2: Main Navigation
You’ll notice three main tabs at the bottom of the screen:
- Clubs Menu (1)
- Caddie (2)
- Settings (3)
Let’s dive into each!
1. Clubs Menu (1)
The Clubs Menu is where you can set up your personal golf bag. By default, there will be three placeholder clubs.
Adding a Club:
- Tap the "+" icon in the top-right corner.
- Name your club (e.g., "7 Iron") You can edit this later if you need.
- Add your swing types and distances for each shot. You can edit the placeholders or create your own.
- Include swing thoughts or a pre-swing checklist that will pop up when this club is recommended.
Pro Tips:
- Use the swing notes to your advantage - what works best for you?
- The app won’t recommend a shot unless you’ve entered a defined distance for that club & shot type.
2. Caddie (2)
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Think of the Caddie tab as your on-course assistant—an environmental calculator that helps you make smart decisions. It operates on a shot-by-shot basis and doesn’t save past inputs (aka “stateless interaction”).
Inputting Your Distance
There are two ways to input your distance:
- Manual Entry (5):
- Use the number pad to type in your distance. Perfect for golfers using rangefinders or GPS watches.
- GPS Pin Drop (4):
- Tap “Pick on Map” in the top-right corner.
- Face your target—the map aligns to your direction.
- Zoom with two fingers and tap your target to drop a pin.
- You can also adjust your current location manually if the GPS is slightly off.
Once you’ve set your distance, tap "Enter" on the number pad to submit.
The GPS does NOT account for elevation.
Pro Tips:
- Use the map to your advantage. Choose smart targets and check for any hidden penalty areas.
- You can plan ahead with a manual location placement.
Lie Adjustment
Lie (6): The Lie refers to the ground type you’re hitting from. Forecaddie assumes you’re hitting from a tee box or fairway unless you specify otherwise. The options are:
- Light Rough
- Rough
- Heavy Rough
- Bunker
- Fescue
- Pine Straw
This helps the app adjust for the distance impact of different surfaces.
Slope Adjustment
Get Your Recommendations
Slope (7): Adjust the angle of the ground at your address position:
- Tap the arrows for up/down and left/right slope adjustments.
- You can mix directions (e.g., 2 levels up and 1 right).
The central cylinder updates to visually show the slope direction based on your inputs.
Wind Adjustment
Get Your Recommendations
Get Your Recommendations
Wind (8): Forecaddie assumes no wind unless you specify otherwise.
Instead of exact speeds, we use descriptive levels (1-7) by tapping the arrows to show the direction and strength of the wind. Options are:
- 1 - Minimal
- 2 - Light
- 3 - Mild
- 4 - Moderate
- 5 - Strong
- 6 - Severe
- 7 - Extreme
Forecaddie will display the current wind conditions for you to use as a baseline.
The dot in the centre represents you, the golfer. The arrows show the wind’s direction relative to your position.
Get Your Recommendations
Get Your Recommendations
Get Your Recommendations
Once all inputs are set, tap “Enter” to confirm your inputs. Forecaddie will calculate your adjusted distance and give you three club recommendations based on your input. You’ll also see the swing notes you added for each club.
3. Settings (3)
This is your control hub for app preferences
- Handedness: Switch between right and left-handed mode.
- Units: Choose yards or meters.
- Light or Dark Mode: Flip between light and dark mode and adjust for high glare.
- Subscription Details: Manage your subscription plan.
- Rain Toggle: Enable when playing in the rain. Remember to turn it off when the sun comes back out. (Rain impacts spin which impacts distance).
Forecaddie Golf App by CaDDi AI Inc.
That’s It—You’re Ready to Go!
With Forecaddie, you’ll have everything you need to swing with confidence and stay focused. And if you miss the shot? No worries—blame the app, share a laugh with your playing partners, and get ready for your next chance to shine!