# OpenLP Remote

> Remote control for open-source church presentation software. (iPhone/iPad app by Daniel Borges Ferreira da SIlva.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openlp-remote/id1096218725 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Daniel Borges Ferreira da SIlva](https://appshunter.io/developer/615162979)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-04-17
- Data updated: 2026-07-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openlp-remote/id1096218725/reviews.md

## What is OpenLP Remote?

OpenLP is a feature rich open-source church presentation platform that doesn't tie you down to subscription renewals, device platforms, or even the presentation computer! With OpenLP, you're free to upgrade as soon as the next release comes out. OpenLP continuously strives to deliver with excellence the technical elements of your church's worship service.

Now you can control remotely an instance of OpenLP desktop software using our official native application, totally free! With our app you can:
- Control your service items;
- Control your slides;
- Change between blank screen/theme/desktop/show presentation modes;
- Send alerts to presentation;
- Search for songs/bibles/custom slides/presentations/images/media;
- Add items to service.

God bless you!

Attention Windows users! Verify your firewall setting if the app not work well.

## Key features

- Control service items
- Manage slides
- Switch presentation modes
- Send alerts
- Search for songs and media
- Add items to service

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openlp-remote/id1096218725/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Title note add

*2020-10-11*

Because the only thing you see is the file name, it would beneficial to have a note you can add to the image name or rename the image holder to know what actually is up next.

### 1/5 — Remote not working

*2020-10-03*

This app used to work perfectly. Now I can’t get Bible verses in search, in particular, to show up in the app and sometimes I can’t even get anything to show up. I keep saying the same error message, “an error has occurred “And yes I do have the remote plug-in activated. I also I’m not trying this with Web downloaded Bibles. I’m going to try the web version on my phone browser. It seems to work at home I haven’t tested it at church.

### 5/5 — Works Great

*2020-03-01, version 1.0*

Amazing App. Makes it so easy to control OpenLP from my phone

### 4/5 — Works well

*2020-01-25, version 1.0*

This app works great. My only suggestions are to have icons next to each service icon (so it’s obvious what type of item it is) and an updated iPhone version which fits the larger screen.

### 5/5 — Neat design

*2019-10-23, version 1.0*

Used this app for the first time when there was nobody able to work the church PC. Put it in the hands of one of our singers and he could briyup the lyrics with no prior training. To make such an intuitive app is a credit to the developer.

### 3/5 — Open LP Remote Option

*2019-06-13*

I can’t seem to get the Remote option to show up on my Mac book pro!

Please help!

**Developer response:** Hi! Please, check if the remote plugin is activated on OpenLP in your Mac. Check this link to see more: https://manual.openlp.org/plugin_list.html.

### 5/5 — Excellent App - iPad Version?

*2019-02-24, version 1.0*

Love this app, easy to use. Will there be an iPad sized release in the near future?

### 5/5 — Great!!!

*2017-06-02*

I know some of you guys haven't been able to connect to the computer but it is easy. Make your in the IP area you type the exact IP number from the computer in my case is an Apple Desktop, go to your background window and select network icon there is the IP number. Good luck!!! Awesome app.

### 5/5 — Works perfect

*2017-01-09*

The other reviewers thus far said they couldn't get it to connect. Well, they didn't say whether they checked their network connections and - most importantly - the OpenLP host's firewalls. So, I'd take it with a grain of salt. 

I think the app works very well. Had it setup in literally two minutes. Rock solid behavior, very clean and aesthetically appealing. 

Two suggestions: if there is a network API to work with projectors, can that be added in? Also, it would be nice to be able to move from one song to another without going back to the service order. Something like a "next song" button? Forward and back arrows? Something like that.

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2016-10-20*

Didn't connect to my computer at all. Just kept saying "error, try again"

**Developer response:** Hi Daltonbaker07.

Please, verify the firewall settings and the IP of your PC. The IP should have the numbers and dots, for example '192.168.1.100'.

Try again and give us a feedback. Thanks!

## Frequently asked questions about OpenLP Remote

### What can I control with OpenLP Remote?

OpenLP Remote allows you to control your service items, slides, presentation modes (blank screen, theme, desktop, show), send alerts, search for songs and media, and add items to your service directly from your mobile device.

### Is OpenLP Remote free to use?

Yes, OpenLP Remote is a totally free application. It does not require any subscription renewals or in-app purchases.

### What devices does OpenLP Remote support?

OpenLP Remote is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to control the OpenLP desktop software.

### How often is OpenLP Remote updated?

The latest version of OpenLP Remote is 1.0, which was released on April 17, 2016. There have been no updates since its initial release.

### What is the age rating for OpenLP Remote?

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

### Why might OpenLP Remote not work well on Windows?

If OpenLP Remote is not working well on Windows, users are advised to verify their firewall settings. This can sometimes prevent the app from connecting to the desktop instance.

### Does OpenLP Remote have ads?

No, OpenLP Remote does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience.

### What is the user sentiment for OpenLP Remote?

OpenLP Remote has an average rating of 3.1 stars from 19 ratings. This suggests a mixed user reception.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2016-04-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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