The main purpose of this
application is to enable users to convert currencies between each other. It
comes with more than 70 preset currencies. The exchange rates for these
currencies are automatically updated via the internet. Also some common
measurement unit conversions can be made, making this application ideal for
people who travel in different countries.
Currencies can also be added
and edited manually. Furthermore, it is possible to do simple calculations with
the inbuilt calculator. The calculator includes buttons for adding tax (VAT) and
tip.
How to do currency conversion
Press the Currency button if currency is not selected
Press Next Currency to cycle though preferred currencies
To change the preferred currencies, press Currency in the Menu
Input the value in the text field on the top left using the numerical pad
Select one of the two conversion buttons, depending on the desired direction
How to do measurement unit conversion
Press the Unit button if currency is not selected
Press Next Unit to cycle though preferred currencies
To change the preferred currencies, press Unit in the Menu
Input the value in the text field on the top left using the numerical pad
Select one of the two conversion buttons, depending on the desired direction
How to update the exchange rates from the internet
Unless the Auto Update is switched off, every time the
application starts it will check for the latest updates for the exchange rates from the internet. The internet
update can also be triggered manually by selecting Update from the Menu.
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NOTE: Custom currencies will not receive the exchange rate update from the Internet, so the rates have to be adjusted manually. Also the Euro cannot be removed or edited, as it is the base currency.