Do ELO Displays Work With Third-Party Software?
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Universal Compatibility
ELO’s Android and Windows systems are open-platform. That means you can install any software written for those OS versions, POS apps, signage players, or industry tools.
The ELO Backpack 5 and I-Series 4 run standard Android (customized for stability), while ELO Touch Monitors can connect to any external PC running Windows, Linux, or macOS.
Touch Drivers and SDKs
For Windows, ELO provides multi-touch HID-compliant drivers, which work automatically in most apps.
For Android, touch integration is native, no additional configuration needed. Developers can also access ELO’s SDK for advanced functions like:
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Edge Connect module control (scanners, readers)
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Screen brightness automation
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Remote content management via ELOView APIs
Tested Software Types
| Category | Compatible Examples |
|---|---|
| POS Systems | Square, Lightspeed, Toast, Clover |
| Signage Platforms | PosterDigital, NoviSign, Wallboard |
| Booking/Check-In | Skedda, Qmatic, Waitwhile |
| Retail Inventory | Shopify POS, Vend, CloudOne |
| Analytics | Google Data Studio, PowerBI (via browser) |
Developer Tips
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Always test touch calibration inside your target app.
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Lock screens into kiosk mode to prevent OS exit.
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For custom builds, reference ELO’s Android Open Source Project (AOSP) compatibility list.
Case Example
A hotel group integrated ELO 2202L Monitors with custom check-in software built in React. After using ELO’s Windows SDK, they achieved precise 10-point multi-touch without lag across 120 devices.
Final Thoughts
ELO products aren’t closed systems, they’re open, flexible, and built to integrate.
Whether you’re using off-the-shelf apps or developing in-house tools, ELO hardware supports your ecosystem with minimal setup.
Tags: Software Compatibility, ELO SDK, Android Integration, Windows Touch Drivers
Author: Emilio Bourdages
Blog: Learn
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