Welcome to StrokeInk
A dedicated scorecard for the course — not another reason to pull out your phone.
StrokeInk pairs a sunlight-readable e-ink display with simple tactile buttons, so you keep score with a glance and a click. After the round, sync to the StrokeInk app to review your stats, track your handicap, and get feedback from the AI Coach.
This guide walks you through everything: charging, the button layout, installing the feet, both mounting options, and pairing with the app. Take a few minutes here before your first round.
What's in the box
Lift the tray to find your mounting hardware underneath. Everything you need for either mounting style is included — you choose which one to use.
Device tour
Take a moment to find each part before setup.
Charging
Charge fully before your first round.
- Connect USB-C Plug a USB-C cable into the port on the edge of the device and into any USB power source.
- Let it charge A full charge takes a couple of hours from empty. The e-ink display doesn't show a live charging meter — it's a paper-like screen that only updates when something changes — so just leave it connected.
- Unplug, then press NEXT Once charged, disconnect and press NEXT to wake the device. A single charge lasts weeks of normal use thanks to the low-power e-ink screen.
The five buttons
Everything on the course is done with these five buttons. No touchscreen, no menus to get lost in.
Display & battery behavior
Why e-ink
E-ink looks like paper, not a backlit screen. It stays crisp in bright sun where phones wash out, and it sips almost no power — the display only draws energy when the image changes, so a charge lasts weeks.
Sleep & wake
After a period of inactivity the device enters deep sleep to preserve battery. Your current round and score are kept safe. Press NEXT to wake.
Low battery
- At 15%, StrokeInk shows a low-battery warning so you can finish your round and recharge soon.
- When fully depleted, the screen displays a charge-needed message and sleeps until you connect USB-C.
Installing the feet
Optional — fit a foot to keep the device flat once a mount is attached.
Two feet are included, in two heights. Each mount raises the device by a different amount, so the matching foot levels it out. If you decide to use one, pick the foot for the mount you plan to use:
- Choose your mount Decide whether you'll use the Scorecard Mount (5 mm foot) or the Magnetic Mount (8 mm foot).
- Position the foot on the base Line the foot up with the threaded holes on the bottom of the device.
- Secure with the feet screws Use the included feet screws and the Phillips screwdriver from the box. Both foot heights use the same screw. Hand-tighten — snug, not forced.
Mounting options
Two ways to mount — choose whichever suits your cart and your preference.
Scorecard Mount
Clips into the scorecard holder found on most golf carts. A secure, low-profile fit.
Magnetic Mount
A strong magnet grips any flat metal surface on the cart. Fast on, fast off.
Attaching the device to a mount
- Confirm the foot (if using one) The feet are optional. If you're using one: 5 mm for the Scorecard Mount, 8 mm for the Magnetic Mount. See section 07.
- Align the device with the mount Match the base holes to the mounting points on your chosen mount.
- Fasten with the mount screws Use the four included mount screws and the Phillips screwdriver to fix the device firmly to the mount.
- Mount it to the cart Clip the Scorecard Mount into the holder, or place the Magnetic Mount onto a clean, flat metal surface.
Scorecard Mount — on the cart
Magnetic Mount — on the cart
Getting started with the StrokeInk app
Score on the device. Review, track, and improve in the app.
The StrokeInk app is where your rounds come to life — stats, your handicap, weather, a course catalog, and your AI Coach. Here's how to download it, set it up, and connect it to your device with StrokeInk Link.
Download the app
- Open the App Store On your iPhone, open the App Store.
- Search for "StrokeInk" Tap the StrokeInk app by VD Solutions LLC, then tap Get to install. You can also scan the QR code on your box to go straight to the listing.
- Open StrokeInk Launch the app once it finishes installing.
Create your account
- Sign up or sign in Create a free account or sign in if you already have one. Your rounds and handicap are saved to your account.
- Set up your profile Add your name and tee preference so scorecards and yardages match how you play.
Connect your device — StrokeInk Link
StrokeInk Link is the wireless connection between your device and the app. Pairing is a one-time setup.
- Wake your device Press NEXT so the device is awake and ready to pair.
- Open StrokeInk Link in the app From the app, start StrokeInk Link. The app searches for nearby StrokeInk devices.
- Select your device Your device appears as StrokeInk #XXXX. Tap it to pair. Once linked, the app remembers it for next time.
- Sync your round After a round, open StrokeInk Link and your scores transfer to the app — strokes, putts, and the course you played.
Around the app — screen by screen
A bar along the bottom gets you to the five main screens, with the Coach button in the center. Tap the menu icon in the top corner to open settings.
The menu
The side menu holds your settings, grouped into Account, Support, Legal, and a developer section. Sign out and account deletion live at the bottom.
Weather
The weather card is open to everyone. It shows golf-relevant conditions for your course — UV, wind gusts, an hourly view, and the outlook — using your location.
AI Coach
Tap the orange Coach button in the center of the bottom bar. After a round, the Coach gives you a debrief based on your real stats — it never makes numbers up. You can also ask the Coach questions about your game in a chat.
- A free monthly allowance is included.
- Pro unlocks a larger monthly quota plus your handicap index.
StrokeInk Pro
Pro adds your WHS-style handicap index, a larger AI Coach allowance, and more.
The handicap index shown in the app is an unofficial estimate based on your synced rounds and is not an official handicap.
Playing a round
Once you're charged, mounted, and on the first tee, scoring is quick.
- Wake the device Press NEXT. Your scorecard appears on the e-ink display.
- Enter your score Use UP and DOWN to set strokes and putts for the hole. SELECT confirms.
- Move between holes NEXT advances to the following hole; PREV goes back to fix anything.
- Finish the round Complete all holes — your totals stay on the device, ready to sync to the app later.
Care & storage
- Wipe the display and case with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth. Avoid harsh solvents.
- Store at room temperature; avoid leaving it in a hot car for long periods.
- If storing for a while, charge it first — e-ink keeps the last image with no power, but the battery still self-discharges slowly.
- Use the carrying pouch to protect the device between rounds and in your bag.
- Keep the USB-C port clear of grass clippings, sand, and water.
Troubleshooting
The screen won't turn on
The battery is likely depleted. Connect USB-C and let it charge — buttons can't wake a fully drained device. Give it a few minutes before trying again.
Buttons aren't responding
Press NEXT first to wake from sleep. If still unresponsive, charge the device, then try again.
The device won't sit flat on the mount
Check you've installed the correct foot — 5 mm for the Scorecard Mount, 8 mm for the Magnetic Mount — and that the feet screws are snug.
The Magnetic Mount feels loose
Magnets grip best on clean, flat, bare metal. Wipe the surface and avoid painted or curved areas.
The display looks faint or ghosted
E-ink occasionally retains a faint previous image. It clears on the next full refresh — change holes or wake the device again.
Specifications
Support
Questions, feedback, or something not working as expected? We'd love to hear from you.