# CheckPointTexter

> App for formatting and sending boat checkpoint text messages. (iPhone/iPad app by Jon Marble.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkpointtexter/id1006498694 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jon Marble](https://appshunter.io/developer/1006498693)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-06-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkpointtexter/id1006498694/reviews.md

## What is CheckPointTexter?

The MR340 Check Point Texter simplifies texting tasks for ground crew by providing a means for formatting and sending text messages to the MR340 race staff as boats enter and leave checkpoints. 

Enter the desired phone number and boat number, select the checkpoint, press IN or OUT to format a message, then press SEND to transmit that message.  

NOTE: IOS will not transmit the message directly from the Checkpoint texter. Rather your normal texting app activate and populate a text message. Press send in your normal texting app to transmit.

## Key features

- Format text messages
- Send boat status updates
- Select checkpoints
- Input phone and boat numbers
- Activate native texting app


## Frequently asked questions about CheckPointTexter

### How does CheckPointTexter work on iOS?

On iOS, CheckPointTexter does not transmit messages directly. Instead, it activates your normal texting app and populates a text message with the relevant details. You then press send within your native texting app to transmit the message.

### What information do I need to enter into CheckPointTexter?

You need to enter the desired phone number, the boat number, and then select the specific checkpoint. After that, you choose whether to format a message for a boat 'IN' or 'OUT' of the checkpoint.

### What is the rating for CheckPointTexter?

CheckPointTexter has a perfect 5.0-star rating based on 4 user reviews.

### Is CheckPointTexter free to use?

Yes, CheckPointTexter is available for free.

### On what devices can I use CheckPointTexter?

CheckPointTexter is supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

### When was CheckPointTexter last updated?

The latest version of CheckPointTexter was released on January 29, 2020.

### What is the age rating for CheckPointTexter?

CheckPointTexter has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does CheckPointTexter have ads?

The provided data does not specify if CheckPointTexter contains advertisements. However, it is a free application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2020-01-29

Checkpoint list has been adjusted to include Kaw Point

### 1.3 — 2017-07-25

- Adjust checkpoint list for 2017 MR340 race
- added a withdraw button

### 1.2 — 2017-07-03

Removed Kaw point as a checkpoint

### 1.1 — 2016-07-05

- default and reset of the text-in phone number
 - improved keyboard dismissal

### 1.0 — 2015-06-24

No release notes.

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