🕰️ solari-split-flap - Classic board display on your screen

🚀 Getting Started

solari-split-flap is a single HTML file that shows a Solari-style split-flap display in your browser. It is made for people who want a clean, working display with no install steps and no extra tools.

Use the release page to download and run this file:

Open the release page

🪟 What You Need

You only need a Windows PC and a modern web browser.

• Windows 10 or Windows 11
• Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Firefox
• A mouse or touchpad
• A few megabytes of free disk space

The app runs as a single HTML file, so you do not need to install Python, Node.js, or any other package.

📥 Download the File

1. Open the release page
2. Find the latest release near the top of the page
3. Under Assets, download the HTML file
4. Save it to a folder you can find again, such as Downloads or Desktop

If the file downloads as a zip file, right-click it and choose Extract All. Then open the HTML file inside the folder.

🖱️ Run on Windows

1. Go to the folder where you saved the file
2. Double-click the HTML file
3. If Windows asks how to open it, choose your browser
4. Select Always use this app if you want the file to open the same way next time

The display should open in a browser tab or window. If the page looks blank at first, wait a moment and refresh the page.

🎛️ How to Use It

The split-flap display is set up for simple use.

• Type your text into the display control, if shown
• Use the on-screen controls to change the message
• Adjust the display settings to fit your screen
• Resize the browser window to change the view
• Keep the tab open to keep the display visible

The layout is meant to look like a real airport or train station board, with smooth flap changes and clear character blocks.

🧭 Main Features

• Physically accurate split-flap motion
• Single-file HTML app
• No setup and no extra install steps
• Works in a browser
• Clean, readable board layout
• Good fit for desktop use, events, and demos

The app keeps the focus on the display itself. You do not need an account, a server, or an internet connection after the file is saved on your PC.

⚙️ Basic Setup Tips

For the best result on Windows:

• Keep the browser window large
• Use a plain desktop background if you want less visual noise
• Turn off dark mode if you want the board to look closer to a real station sign
• Put the file in a folder you can open fast
• Pin the browser tab if you plan to use it often

If you want to show the board on a second screen, drag the browser window there and switch the display to full screen.

🔧 If the File Does Not Open

If double-clicking the file does not work:

• Right-click the file
• Choose Open with
• Select your browser
• If needed, pick More apps to find it
• If the browser opens the page as text, save the file again and make sure it keeps the .html file type

If Windows hides file names, turn on file name extensions in File Explorer so you can confirm the file ends in .html.

🖼️ Best Display Use

This app works well in places where a clean split-flap board helps the room feel organized.

• Home desk display
• Event check-in screen
• Lobby screen
• Presentation backdrop
• Retro style demo screen

For the clearest look, keep the browser zoom at 100% and avoid extra panels around the window.

🧩 File Layout

The project uses one HTML file. That means the display logic, style, and screen layout all live in one place.

That setup keeps the app easy to move from one Windows PC to another. You can copy the file to a USB drive, send it by email, or save it in cloud storage and open it later on another computer.

📁 Common Windows Steps

If you want easier access, try one of these:

• Create a desktop shortcut to the HTML file
• Move the file to a folder named Apps
• Add the file to Quick access in File Explorer
• Keep the release page in your browser bookmarks

These steps help if you plan to use the display often.

🌐 Browser Notes

A modern browser gives the best result.

• Chrome: strong support and fast rendering
• Edge: works well on Windows
• Firefox: also a good choice

If the display seems too large or too small, use browser zoom:

• Press Ctrl and + to zoom in
• Press Ctrl and - to zoom out
• Press Ctrl and 0 to return to normal

🧹 Keeping Things Simple

Because solari-split-flap is a single file, there is not much to manage.

• No installer
• No update tool
• No background service
• No hidden folders
• No dependency setup

If a new release appears, download the new HTML file from the release page and replace the old one.

📌 Quick Start

1. Open the release page
2. Download the latest HTML file
3. Save it on your Windows PC
4. Double-click the file
5. Open it in your browser
6. Use the on-screen controls to set your message