Background downloading allows data updates to be downloaded while using another app or when the screen is off. This feature can be enabled or disabled in ForeFlight Mobile by going to More > Settings > Background Downloads in the app.
When the Background Downloads switch is turned on, all available download items are downloaded together in one file, which may require more storage space. The data will be installed the next time ForeFlight Mobile is opened.
In cases where internet bandwidth is limited, or device storage is low, turning off Background Downloads will download files in smaller batches (four at a time). However, the app must stay open for these downloads to finish.
NOTE: iOS may pause background downloads if the device enters sleep mode due to low battery power. ForeFlight recommends connecting the device to a power source to prevent interruptions if the screen turns off during downloading.
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