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White screen or website is not displayed

If TheFlex displays only a "white screen" on startup or when accessing certain websites, the cause is usually an outdated Android WebView component.

Where can I see my current WebView version?

  • In TheFlex: Go to Settings → Device Information (you will see "WebView version" listed there).
  • Or: Android Settings → Apps → "Android System WebView" → App info (shows the version number).

What do I need to do as a customer?

  1. Update WebView (or Google Chrome for Android 7–9) via the Play Store.
  2. Restart the device and test again.
  3. If no update is available:
    • Check if the Play Store is blocked (e.g., company/MDM restrictions).
    • Alternatively: Download the current "Android System WebView" APK here and install manually (make sure it matches your system/CPU).
    • If in doubt, please contact your IT administrator or our support team.

Why does a white screen occur?

  • Many web applications (e.g. SAP Fiori) require a recent WebView version.
  • If the WebView is outdated (typically below version 80), content may no longer render properly – the page might stay blank.

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