The Raken mobile app is where your field team actually completes checklists — on the jobsite, in real time, from any iOS or Android device. This article walks through the full checklist completion flow on mobile, so your crew can get through inspections quickly and your office team gets accurate compliance data without any follow-up.
Quick Answer
To complete a checklist in the Raken mobile app:
Tap Project Tools, select your project, then tap Checklists.
Tap a scheduled checklist or tap + to start a new one.
Complete each item, then tap the checkmark in the top right and choose Sign & Complete or Save as draft.
How to Complete a Checklist on Mobile
Step 1: Navigate to Checklists
Open the Raken mobile app. Tap Project Tools in the bottom navigation bar and select your project. Tap Checklists directly from the Project Tools grid.
Step 2: Open a Checklist
The Checklists screen has three tabs:
Scheduled — checklists assigned to you or your team with a due date. Tap any scheduled checklist to open and complete it.
In Progress — checklists you've started and saved as draft. Tap to resume.
Completed — submitted checklists.
To start a new, unscheduled checklist, tap the orange + button in the bottom right corner.
Step 3: Select a Template (if starting new)
If starting a new checklist, a template selection screen appears. Toggle between your company's custom templates and the Raken library tab. Search by keyword or scroll to find the right template. Tap the template name to open it.
Step 4: Complete the Checklist Items
Work through each item in the checklist. For each item, tap to mark it as:
Yes — the condition is satisfactory
No — the condition needs attention
N/A — the item does not apply
Below each question, you can also add an Observation, attach a Photo, or add a Note for additional context or supporting evidence.
Step 5: Sign & Complete or Save as Draft
When you're ready to finish, tap the checkmark in the top right corner. You'll be asked to choose:
Sign & Complete — takes you to a signature screen where you draw your signature and confirm the acknowledgment "I acknowledge that the information in this report is accurate." Once signed, the checklist is finalized, synced to the web app, and appears in the Completed tab with your name, title, and timestamp attached. A signed, completed checklist cannot be edited.
Save as draft — saves your progress without a signature. The checklist moves to the In Progress tab so you can pick up where you left off.
Completing Checklists Offline
Raken's mobile app supports offline checklist completion. If you lose connectivity while on site, you can continue working through a checklist normally — your progress is saved locally. When your device reconnects, the completed checklist syncs to the web app automatically.
For offline access to work, the project must be cached on your device. Raken automatically caches your 5 most recently active projects. You can adjust offline project preferences under More > Settings > Offline preferences.
Troubleshooting & FAQ
I don't see any scheduled checklists — why?
Checklists must be scheduled by an Account Admin or Project Admin from the web app before they appear in your Scheduled tab. If nothing is scheduled, start a new checklist using the + button and select a template.
Can I go back and change an answer after saving?
Yes — as long as the checklist is still in draft (In Progress). Once you tap Sign & Complete, the checklist is signed and locked. If a submitted checklist has an error, contact your administrator.
Can I attach multiple photos to a single item?
Yes. Tap the item to expand it, then tap the camera icon multiple times to add multiple photos to the same checklist item.
Where can I see checklists I've already submitted?
Tap the Completed tab on the Checklists screen to view all submitted checklists for the project. Tap any completed checklist to view its details, including the signature, signer name, and timestamp.
Do I have to sign every checklist to finish it?
No — signing is only required if you tap Sign & Complete. If you're not ready to finalize, use Save as draft instead, and no signature is needed until you actually complete it.
Technical Specifications
Compatibility: iOS 15+, Android 10+
Offline Capability: Yes — checklist completion works offline; syncs on reconnect
Data Format: PDF generated automatically on submission
Plan Required: Basic plan for Raken library templates; Performance Plan for custom templates and scheduling
Role Required: All project users
Considerations
Submitted (Sign & Complete) checklists are locked and cannot be edited on mobile. Use Save as draft if you need to make changes before finalizing.
Photos attached to checklist items are included in the checklist PDF report.
For offline use, ensure your project is in your offline cache before heading into the field without connectivity.
Checklist type determines which Insights dashboard it feeds into — Safety, Environmental, and Equipment types appear in the Safety dashboard; Commissioning and Quality types appear in the QC dashboard.
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