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title: "2.2.16 How to do next stage in offline mode from Sync?"
description: "Offline, you can start the next stage of a Passed inspection from Sync (the up-down arrow icon at the top-right of the Dashboard) — but only when the next stage is an inspection. If the next stage is an approval, it can't be done offline. Carry out the stage, then Pass; it auto-syncs when you're back online."
url: https://help.digiqc.com/en/articles/180-2216-how-to-do-next-stage-in-offline-mode-from-sync
collection: "2.2 Inspect"
updated: 2026-11-05
language: en
---

# 2.2.16 How to do next stage in offline mode from Sync?

Offline, you can start the next stage of a Passed inspection from Sync (the up-down arrow icon at the top-right of the Dashboard) — but only when the next stage is an inspection. If the next stage is an approval, it can't be done offline. Carry out the stage, then Pass; it auto-syncs when you're back online.

### Overview

When you're **offline or on a weak network**, you can still start the **next stage of a Passed inspection** from **Sync** — the **up-down arrow (⇅) icon at the top-right of the Dashboard.** This works **only when the next stage is an inspection.** If the **next stage is an approval, the inspection cannot be done offline.**

### 🧭 How to use

1.  Open the **Dashboard** and tap the **up-down arrow (⇅) Sync** at the **top-right.**
    
2.  Find the **Passed but not-yet-synced** inspection and tap the **Arrow** button to start.
    
3.  Tap **"Inspect Next Stage."**
    
4.  Confirm with **"Yes."**
    
5.  Carry out the next stage:
    

\- Select the **witnesses.** - Add **drawings.** - Answer **all the checkpoints.**

1.  Tap **"Pass"** or **"Seek approval"**, based on the options available.
    
2.  A **"Well Done"** message confirms completion. The inspection **stays in Sync until the internet is restored.**
    
3.  Once you're back **online or on Wi-Fi**, open the app and the inspections **sync automatically** — you'll see **"You are up to date."**
    

### ❓ FAQ

#### 1\. Which inspections can I take to the next stage offline?

Only **Passed** inspections whose **next stage is an inspection.** If the **next stage is an approval**, it **cannot be done offline.**

#### 2\. Where do I do this?

Tap the **up-down arrow (⇅) Sync** at the **top-right of the Dashboard**, and find the Passed-but-unsynced inspection.

#### 3\. How do I start the next stage from Sync?

Tap the **Arrow** on the Passed-but-unsynced inspection, then **"Inspect Next Stage"** and confirm with **"Yes."**

#### 4\. Do I still fill in witnesses, drawings and checkpoints?

Yes — carry out the stage as usual (witnesses, drawings, and all checkpoints, as configured).

#### 5\. What happens after I finish the stage offline?

You'll see a **"Well Done"** message, and the inspection **stays in Sync until you're back online** — then it **syncs automatically** and shows **"You are up to date."**

### 💡 Good to know

-   Works only for a **Passed inspection whose next stage is an inspection** — **not** if the next stage is an **approval.**
    
-   **Sync** is the **up-down arrow (⇅) icon** at the **top-right of the Dashboard.**
    
-   The inspection **remains in Sync** until the internet is restored, then **auto-syncs.**
    
-   **"You are up to date"** confirms all inspections are synced.
    

### 🔗 Related articles

-   2.2.3 How does Sync feature works?
    
-   2.2.4 How to start the next stage of the same inspection?
    
-   2.2.1 How to start an inspection?
    
-   2.2.5 Inspection list explanation - Available, Paused & Approval