Troubleshooting
Solutions to common issues and problems
Troubleshooting
Quick solutions to common issues you might encounter while using LQD.
Login and Account Issues
Can't Log In
Problem: Unable to access your LQD account
Solutions:
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Check your email and password
- Ensure you're using the correct email address
- Verify your password is typed correctly
- Try typing your password in a text editor first to check for typos
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Reset your password
- Click "Forgot Password" on the login page
- Check your email for reset instructions
- Follow the link to create a new password
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Clear browser cache
- Clear your browser's cache and cookies
- Try logging in using an incognito/private browser window
- Disable browser extensions that might interfere
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Check your internet connection
- Ensure you have a stable internet connection
- Try accessing other websites to confirm connectivity
Account Locked or Suspended
Problem: Receiving "account locked" or "access denied" messages
Solutions:
- Contact your manager or admin to check your account status
- Verify you're trying to log into the correct organization
- Email hi@lqd.rocks for account assistance
Wrong Organization
Problem: Logged in but can't see your restaurant's data
Solutions:
- Check if you're in the correct organization
- Look for an organization switcher in the top navigation
- Confirm the invitation email was for the right restaurant
- Contact your manager to verify your account setup
Communication Issues
Not Receiving Notifications
Problem: Missing important announcements and updates
Solutions:
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Check notification settings
- Go to your profile settings
- Ensure notifications are enabled
- Check which types of notifications you want to receive
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Device settings
- Allow notifications for your web browser
- Check your phone's notification settings for web apps
- Make sure "Do Not Disturb" mode isn't blocking notifications
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Internet connection
- Ensure you have a stable internet connection
- Try refreshing the page or app
- Check if you can see new messages in the message wall
Messages Not Posting
Problem: Unable to send announcements or messages
Solutions:
- Verify you have permission to post messages (Manager or Admin role)
- Check your internet connection
- Try refreshing the page and posting again
- Ensure your message isn't empty or too long
Team Members Can't See Messages
Problem: Posted messages aren't visible to team members
Solutions:
- Ask team members to refresh their browsers
- Verify they're logged into the correct organization
- Check if the message was posted to the right audience
- Ensure team members have active accounts
Menu Management Problems
Menu Changes Not Saving
Problem: Updates to menus aren't being saved
Solutions:
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Permission check
- Verify you have menu editing permissions
- Confirm you're assigned as Manager or Admin role
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Browser issues
- Try refreshing the page and making changes again
- Clear browser cache and cookies
- Try using a different browser
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Connection problems
- Check your internet connection stability
- Ensure you clicked "Save" after making changes
- Try making smaller changes and saving more frequently
86 List Not Updating
Problem: Items marked as 86'd aren't showing as unavailable for team
Solutions:
- Ask team members to refresh their apps/browsers
- Check if there are connectivity issues
- Verify the item was actually marked as 86'd (not just edited)
- Ensure team members are looking at the correct menu
Menu Items Disappearing
Problem: Previously added menu items are no longer visible
Solutions:
- Check if the items were accidentally deleted
- Verify you're looking in the correct menu section
- See if items were moved to a different category
- Contact support if items are permanently missing
Onboarding Issues
New Hire Can't Access Onboarding
Problem: New team member can't see their onboarding tasks
Solutions:
- Verify the onboarding flow was assigned to them
- Check if their account invitation was accepted
- Ensure they're logged into the correct organization
- Confirm the onboarding flow is active and published
Onboarding Progress Not Saving
Problem: Completed tasks aren't being marked as done
Solutions:
- Ensure tasks are being saved after completion
- Check internet connection during task completion
- Try completing tasks one at a time instead of multiple at once
- Refresh the page and check progress again
Missing Onboarding Templates
Problem: Can't find onboarding templates or they're empty
Solutions:
- Check if templates were created for your organization
- Verify you have permission to access onboarding features
- Look in the correct section (Team Onboarding vs Organizations)
- Contact support to restore default templates
Manager's Log Problems
Can't Create Log Entries
Problem: Unable to add new entries to the manager's log
Solutions:
- Confirm you have Manager or Admin permissions
- Check if required fields are properly filled out
- Ensure you're using a supported browser
- Try creating a shorter entry to test if it's a content length issue
Log Entries Not Visible
Problem: Created log entries aren't showing up
Solutions:
- Check if you're looking at the correct date range
- Verify filters aren't hiding your entries
- Ensure entries were actually saved (look for confirmation)
- Try refreshing the page or clearing browser cache
Can't Export Log Data
Problem: Export functionality isn't working
Solutions:
- Check if your browser allows downloads
- Disable popup blockers temporarily
- Try exporting smaller date ranges
- Use a different file format (PDF vs Excel)
Mobile and Browser Issues
App Not Loading on Mobile
Problem: LQD won't load or loads slowly on mobile devices
Solutions:
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Browser issues
- Try using a different mobile browser
- Clear browser cache and data
- Update your browser to the latest version
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Connection problems
- Switch between WiFi and mobile data
- Check your internet speed
- Move to an area with better signal
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Device issues
- Restart your mobile device
- Free up storage space
- Close other apps that might be using memory
Features Missing on Mobile
Problem: Some features don't work or appear on mobile
Solutions:
- Rotate your device to landscape mode
- Zoom out to see if elements are off-screen
- Try accessing the full desktop site
- Update your mobile browser
Browser Compatibility Issues
Problem: LQD doesn't work properly in your browser
Solutions:
- Use a modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
- Update your browser to the latest version
- Disable extensions that might interfere
- Try accessing LQD in incognito/private mode
Performance Issues
Slow Loading Times
Problem: LQD takes a long time to load
Solutions:
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Internet connection
- Test your internet speed
- Switch to a more stable connection
- Close other bandwidth-heavy applications
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Browser optimization
- Clear browser cache and cookies
- Close unnecessary browser tabs
- Disable heavy browser extensions
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Device performance
- Close other applications
- Restart your device
- Check available storage space
Features Timing Out
Problem: Actions take too long or fail to complete
Solutions:
- Check your internet connection stability
- Try performing actions during off-peak hours
- Break large tasks into smaller parts
- Contact support if timeouts persist
Data and Sync Issues
Information Not Syncing
Problem: Changes made on one device don't appear on others
Solutions:
- Refresh the page or app on all devices
- Check internet connection on all devices
- Ensure you're logged into the same account
- Wait a few minutes for synchronization
Missing or Incorrect Data
Problem: Information is wrong or missing
Solutions:
- Check if you're looking at the correct date/time period
- Verify filters and search criteria
- Ensure you have permission to view the data
- Contact support if data appears to be lost
Getting Additional Help
When to Contact Support
Contact hi@lqd.rocks if:
- Problems persist after trying troubleshooting steps
- You encounter error messages not covered here
- Data appears to be lost or corrupted
- You need help with account setup or permissions
What to Include in Support Requests
- Detailed description of the problem
- Steps you've already tried from this guide
- Browser and device information
- Screenshots of error messages (if any)
- When the problem started occurring
- Your organization name and account email
Emergency Situations
For critical issues during service hours:
- Try the quickest fixes first (refresh, restart)
- Have backup communication methods ready
- Contact support immediately with "URGENT" in the subject line
- Document the issue for follow-up after service
Prevention Tips
Regular Maintenance
- Update browsers regularly for best performance
- Clear cache weekly to prevent buildup
- Check notification settings monthly
- Train team members on basic troubleshooting
Best Practices
- Save work frequently when making changes
- Use stable internet connections when possible
- Keep login credentials secure and up-to-date
- Regular backups of important data through exports
Team Training
Ensure your team knows:
- How to refresh their browsers/apps
- Who to contact for different types of issues
- Basic troubleshooting steps they can try
- When to escalate problems to management
Remember: Most issues can be resolved quickly with basic troubleshooting. When in doubt, don't hesitate to reach out for support!