Bluetooth Terminal
Use the Terminal to connect to the console of a nearby device over Bluetooth, send commands, and export the console output.
[Screenshot: Terminal page showing Connect and Find Bluetooth Password buttons, console area, command input, and action buttons]
Before you begin
The Terminal is available to all signed-in users. The "Find Bluetooth Password" feature lists devices only within Organizations and Constructions you can access.
Browser and device requirements
Web Bluetooth support varies by platform. You need a compatible browser and enabled Bluetooth.
| Requirement | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Browser | Chrome, Edge (desktop and Android) | Latest versions recommended |
| HTTPS | Required | Web Bluetooth needs a secure context |
| OS | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android | iOS/Safari are not supported |
| Bluetooth | Must be enabled | Ensure your device’s Bluetooth is on |
Compatible devices typically appear as CHESTER…, Statotest…, or Dynasense… in the Bluetooth picker.
Connect to a device
- Click Connect
- Select your device from the Bluetooth picker
- Wait for the status to show CONNECTED – waiting for command
Buttons at the top:
- Connect / Disconnect
- Find Bluetooth Password — opens a modal to look up BLE passwords for devices in your scope
Send commands and view output
- Use the Command field to enter a command and click Send
- Console output appears in the scrollable log area
- Clear clears the visible log and byte counter
- Save console output exports a .txt file with the current log
For very long messages, the console shows a generic notice and stops appending text. Use Save to export the full output.
Find Bluetooth passwords
Click Find Bluetooth Password to open a modal with devices for the selected Organization/Construction. You can:
- Select Organization and Construction at the top
- Search and sort the devices table (see Table operations)
- View device Password and Bluetooth Password
Related: Devices