nextcloud/android

Local network setting for use without relying on NAT hairpinning or local DNS

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#755 opened on Mar 18, 2017

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Description

Actual behaviour

Can't connect to Nextcloud instance if it's on local network.

Expected behaviour

It'd be nice (and convenient) to be able to choose a local network, just like you can do with Transdroid (Settings > Servers > [Your server] > Advanced settings > Local Network and Local IP or host). My server runs inside my home network and it is very annoying to have to either change the settings when I get home or to have to access my Nextcloud instance using mobile data. I hope this makes sense.

Steps to reproduce

  1. go to local network
  2. open app
  3. doesn't work

Environment data

Android version: irrelevant

Device model: irrelevant

Stock or customized system: irrelevant

Nextcloud app version: 1.4.1 Nextcloud server version: 11.??

Contributor guide

Tech stack
javaandroid
Domain
mobile
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-2 days
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
stale
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
mostly clear
Prerequisites
Android developmentUnderstanding of network settings UIFamiliarity with Nextcloud app architecture
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
60
Research direction
Investigate the existing settings UI in the Nextcloud Android app, particularly the server configuration screen. Look at how other apps like Transdroid implement local network detection (e.g., adding a 'Local Network' toggle and separate local IP/host fields). The implementation would involve modifying the server settings layout and network connection logic to prefer a local address when on the same network. Check comments for user feedback and any maintainer input; the issue is open but has no PRs, so it's available for contribution.