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Short, simple guides for the CricoScore app on Android. Each one shows one task, step by step.
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- Getting startedInstall the app, make an account, sign in and find your way.7 guides
- Score a matchCreate a match, the toss, every ball, wickets, mistakes, rain and offline scoring.16 guides
- Tournaments and teamsTeams, squads, tournaments, points tables, brackets and the Playing XI.11 guides
- Live videoGo live on YouTube or Facebook, cameras, score cards, replays and highlights.11 guides
- Player auctionSet up an auction, bring in teams and players, and run the console.5 guides
- PracticeRecord your practice, streaks and reminders.2 guides
- Your accountProfile, username, privacy, settings, deleting your account and getting help.7 guides
- Feed and messagesPost, reels, messages, group chats, follow, hire and search.7 guides
- Points and funCS Points, the ladder, badges, milestones, predictions and polls.5 guides
- World cricketInternational matches, series, rankings and news.1 guide
Getting started
Install the app, make an account, sign in and find your way.
- How to install and update the CricoScore appGet the free CricoScore app from Google Play, and keep it up to date.4 min read
- How to create a CricoScore accountMake your free account. Then you can score matches, follow teams and post in the feed.4 min read
- How to sign in and stay signed inSign in to your CricoScore account, and learn how long you stay signed in.4 min read
- How to reset your passwordForgot your password? Get a 6-number code and choose a new password.3 min read
- How to claim your old matchesAdd the matches you played before you had an account to your profile.3 min read
- How to find your way around the CricoScore appLearn where everything is: the bottom bar, the Home menu, My Cricket and your Profile.4 min read
- How to check who can do what in CricoScoreSee what each person can do: fans, players, captains, team owners, scorers and organisers.4 min read
Score a match
Create a match, the toss, every ball, wickets, mistakes, rain and offline scoring.
- How to create a matchMake a friendly match between two teams. Then you or your scorer can score it.3 min read
- How to assign a scorerInvite another player to score your match. The scorer then accepts the invite on their own phone.3 min read
- How to do the toss and choose the openersRecord the toss. Then choose the two opening batters and the first bowler, and start the match.3 min read
- How to score each ballRecord every ball with one tap. You will also understand the numbers on the scoring screen.4 min read
- How to record extrasRecord a wide, a no ball, a bye or a leg bye. Each one takes one or two taps.3 min read
- How to record a wicketRecord any kind of out and choose the next batter. Fix a wicket you tapped by mistake.5 min read
- How to change the bowlerChoose a new bowler at the end of every over, and see who can't bowl.3 min read
- How to record retired hurt and retired outTake a batter off the field and bring in the next batter. Bring a hurt batter back later.3 min read
- How to fix scoring mistakesTake back a wrong ball or correct the totals. Change the overs, or go back to an innings.4 min read
- How to end the innings and save the resultEnd the 1st innings and score the 2nd. Then save the result so players and fans see it.4 min read
- How to play a Super OverScore a Super Over when a match is tied, and save the winner.3 min read
- How to score without internetScore a whole match with no internet. Then send it to CricoScore when you are back online.4 min read
- How to use an impact playerSwap a player of the Playing XI for a substitute during the match.3 min read
- How to use My matchesFind every match you score in one list. See which matches still need work.3 min read
- How to share the scorecardSend a match scorecard on WhatsApp or Facebook. Send it as a picture, as text or as a link.2 min read
- How to use the rain rule (DLS)When rain stops play, cut the overs. The app works out the new target with DLS.5 min read
Tournaments and teams
Teams, squads, tournaments, points tables, brackets and the Playing XI.
- How to create a team and manage its squadMake a team, add your players, and give each player a role.5 min read
- How to add or remove team adminsGive another person the right to help you manage your team.2 min read
- How to create a tournamentMake a new tournament with its name, dates and match rules.4 min read
- How to run a tournament, step by stepOne checklist from the first team to the champion. Each part links to its own guide.4 min read
- How to read the points table, groups and NRRRead the points table, split teams into groups, and understand points and net run rate.3 min read
- How to make a knockout bracketMake every knockout round, from Round 1 to the Final, in one go.4 min read
- How to add co-organisers to your tournamentLet other people help run your tournament. Choose what each person can do.3 min read
- How to ask for, set and confirm the Playing XIThe organiser asks a team for its Playing XI. The captain picks the players and submits. The organiser confirms.4 min read
- How to use a tournament pageFind a tournament, follow it, and see its matches, table, teams and stats.3 min read
- How to change tournament settings, or delete a tournamentChange the details and show the tournament on the public list. See it as a fan, or delete it.3 min read
- How to make a championship with many seasonsA championship is one name that holds many seasons of the same tournament. For example, "Demo Premier League" holds Season 1, Season 2 and Season 3. Each season is a tournament.4 min read
Live video
Go live on YouTube or Facebook, cameras, score cards, replays and highlights.
- How to go live from your phoneSend live video of your match from your phone. Fans watch it in CricoScore, and on YouTube or Facebook if you want.4 min read
- How to stream your match to YouTubeShow your match live on your YouTube channel, with the CricoScore scoreboard on the video.3 min read
- How to stream your match to a Facebook PageShow your match live on your club's Facebook Page. The CricoScore scoreboard is on the video.3 min read
- How to show score cards on the live videoPut a big card on the video for a few seconds. It can show a scorecard, the toss, a chart, the teams or a player.3 min read
- How to film with two or more phonesFilm the match from up to 4 phones. Then choose which camera fans see.3 min read
- How to change the camera settings, and what to do on weak internetZoom in, make the picture brighter, and keep the stream going on weak internet.3 min read
- How to watch a live match videoFind matches that have live video. Watch them in the app, on YouTube or on Facebook.3 min read
- How to control the live stream from a second phoneUse a second phone to show cards on the video. You can also show a scrolling line and your logo. You can also switch the camera phone's camera and mic.3 min read
- How to show replays and highlights on the live videoMark a big moment, then play it again on the video. At the innings break, play the best moments one after another.3 min read
- How to show your sponsors' ads on the live videoMake ads for your tournament's sponsors. Then play them on the live video.3 min read
- How to watch match highlightsWatch the wickets, sixes and big moments of a match again. Scorers can share them on the feed.2 min read
Player auction
Set up an auction, bring in teams and players, and run the console.
- How to set up a player auctionAfter this guide, your tournament has a player auction with rules. It is ready to go live.7 min read
- How to bring teams into the auctionAfter this guide, your team is in the auction. It has read the rules and kept its players.6 min read
- How to register as a player for an auctionAfter this guide, you are in the auction's player list, and teams can buy you.4 min read
- How to run the auction console on your phone or tabletAfter this guide, you can start the auction and call each player. You can record the bids and sell the player.5 min read
- How to follow an auction live and see the resultsAfter this guide, you can watch each player being sold. At the end, you can see every team's squad.3 min read
Practice
Record your practice, streaks and reminders.
Your account
Profile, username, privacy, settings, deleting your account and getting help.
- How to edit your profileChange your photo, cover photo, name and cricket details.4 min read
- How to change your usernameChoose a new username. It shows with @ in front, like @rahimuddin.3 min read
- How to check what other people can see about youLearn what is public on CricoScore, and what stays private.3 min read
- How to report and block someoneReport a bad post, comment, message or player. Block a person so you don't see them any more.3 min read
- How to change notifications and app settingsChoose which notifications you get. Change the colours of the app. Clear saved screens.3 min read
- How to delete your accountDelete your CricoScore account and your personal data for ever.3 min read
- How to get helpFind answers in the app, or contact the CricoScore team.3 min read
Feed and messages
Post, reels, messages, group chats, follow, hire and search.
- How to post and react on the Crico FeedShare text, photos, videos and polls. React, comment, save and share other posts.4 min read
- How to watch reelsWatch cricket videos full screen, one after another.2 min read
- How to send messagesChat 1-to-1 with another player. Send text, photos and voice messages.3 min read
- How to use team and tournament group chatsChat with your whole team, or with the captains of a tournament.4 min read
- How to follow players, teams and tournamentsFollow the cricket you care about. Get their posts and their live-match alerts.3 min read
- How to hire a player, or be hiredAsk a player to play in your match. Or answer when someone asks you.3 min read
- How to search for players and matchesFind a player, a match or an international star.2 min read
Points and fun
CS Points, the ladder, badges, milestones, predictions and polls.
- How to earn CS Points and see your rankLearn how you earn CS Points in your matches. Then see your rank on the leaderboard.4 min read
- How to read the weekly ladderSee your weekly group of players. Earn CS Points to go up a tier.3 min read
- How to earn badges and keep a streakSee the badges you earned and how close you are to the next one. Keep your playing streak alive.3 min read
- How to see and cheer milestonesSee the big moments of players, like a fifty or a five-wicket haul. Cheer them or comment.3 min read
- How to predict, vote and react on a matchGuess the toss and the winner. React while the match is live. Vote in polls and for the Fan MVP.4 min read
World cricket
International matches, series, rankings and news.
Quick answers
Short answers to common problems in the app.
- Nobody can see my match
- Score not showing for fans
- What do I press in "Scoring clash"?
- I pressed the wrong ball
- The run buttons are grey
- My live stream stopped. What do I do?
- I can't add a match to a tournament
- Why does "Claim my matches" find nothing?
- I didn't get the password reset code
- The points table is different for fans
- How do I record a wicket on a wide or a no ball?
- My match says Abandoned
- Why does the target say (DLS)?
- Why do I see ads?