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Adding a Vessel in the ActiveCaptain App

Follow the steps below to add a vessel in the ActiveCaptain® app: 


  1. First, connect the chartplotter to ActiveCaptain; see  Connecting the Garmin ActiveCaptain App with a Compatible Garmin Device

  2. Open ActiveCaptain and select Settings

  3. Select Vessel Settings

  4. Select Choose Image

  5. From here, add a photo or take a photo of the vessel. The image selected will now be the background of the Boat Apps page in ActiveCaptain

  6. Enter the name of the Vessel

  7. Select Manufacturer. Enter the Manufacturer name and select it from the list. The selected Manufacturer logo will replace the look of the ActiveCaptain app icon and splash screen

  8. Next, Enter the Model and year of the vessel

  9. Select Engines

  10. Select Type and choose the engine type from the list

  11. Select the Manufacturer and year of the engine then select the checkmark to confirm the engine information

  12. Press the Plus Icon to add another engine or trolling motor

  13. Enter the vessel dimensions provided by the manufacturer   

  14. Confirm all the entered information is correct and select the checkmark to add the vessel to the app