--- title: How Do I Run Routes? description: Learn how to run routes using the Route Simplified Driver App — from starting a scheduled route to entering collection data and completing each stop. Includes step-by-step instructions, screenshots, and tips for accurate service logging. --- [Skip to content](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/how-do-i-run-my-routes#main-content) English - United States Show submenu for translations [![RouteSimplified LOGO 7.8.25](https://help.routesimplified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RouteSimplified%20LOGO%207.8.25.png?width=1867&height=1050&name=RouteSimplified%20LOGO%207.8.25.png)](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base?hsLang=en-us) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English - United States Show submenu for translations - [Contact Support](https://share-na2.hsforms.com/1CfK51-RSQdiYM7pMraDhqA401irb) [Contact Support](https://share-na2.hsforms.com/1CfK51-RSQdiYM7pMraDhqA401irb) How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Route Simplified Support Knowledge Base](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base?hsLang=en-us) 2. [For Drivers](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-drivers?hsLang=en-us) 3. [Route Basics](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-drivers?hsLang=en-us#route-basics) # How Do I Run Routes? **Running a route in Route Simplified turns a scheduled plan into real-world service. This guide walks drivers through each step — from opening their assigned route to collecting material and completing the job.** --- #### **✅ Step 1: Make Sure the Route is Published** Before a route can be run, it must be set to **Scheduled** status in the web dashboard. To do this: - Click the **arrow next to the "Draft" label** at the top of the screen and select **"Schedule"** - Assign a **Driver** - Select a **Vehicle** This officially publishes the route and makes it active for driver route running For a full breakdown on route building, click [here](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/how-do-i-run-routes?hsLang=en-us) --- #### **📲 Step 2: Open the Route in the Web Driver App** Once logged into the Mobile Web App, the driver lands on the **Home Screen**, where routes are organized by status: ![](https://help.routesimplified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jul-08-2025-10-08-55-3625-PM.png?width=354&height=355&name=image-png-Jul-08-2025-10-08-55-3625-PM.png) - 🟨 **Scheduled** – upcoming assigned routes - ⏳ **In Progress** – active routes - ✅ **Completed** – submitted routes 👉 Tap the scheduled route to begin.         --- #### **🚦 Step 3: Preview the Route & Start** After selecting a route, the drive will see a preview of the full stop list and route summary ![](https://help.routesimplified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jul-08-2025-10-10-49-6246-PM.png?width=265&height=516&name=image-png-Jul-08-2025-10-10-49-6246-PM.png) From this screen the driver can: - Review total volume, time, and mileage - See all scheduled stops with service status - Tap **Start Route** to begin                 --- #### **📍 Step 4: Enable Location Sharing** If not already enabled, tapping **Start Route** will trigger a prompt to share the device’s location ✅ Drivers should select **“Allow while visiting the site”** to: ![](https://help.routesimplified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jul-08-2025-10-16-28-4864-PM.png?width=327&height=248&name=image-png-Jul-08-2025-10-16-28-4864-PM.png) - Track arrival times - Optimize routing - Enable GPS navigation       --- #### **📌 Step 5: Navigate to and Manage a Stop** After route start, the driver taps the first stop to view location details and tools. ![](https://help.routesimplified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jul-08-2025-10-18-00-3825-PM.png?width=247&height=463&name=image-png-Jul-08-2025-10-18-00-3825-PM.png) From here, they can: - Tap **Arrive** - Skip Stop if container is inaccessible - View a satellite map of the location - Tap **Add** to leave comments - Tap the map image to open **Google Maps** navigation       from the drivers current location to the stop.           --- #### 🛢️ **Step 6: Collect Material and Record Data** After arrival, the driver physically collects the material, then records the volume in-app. Steps: 1. Tap the **Add** icon next to the container 2. Choose **measurement type** (e.g., gallons collected) 3. Enter the **amount collected** and **remaining** 4. Tap **Save** 5. Tap **Complete** to finish the stop 6. Repeat for all assigned stops 💡 **Tips:** - Stay consistent with your measurement method - Use the activity section for notes (e.g., stolen oil, overflow, blocked access) --- #### **🏁 Step 7: Complete the Route** Upon arriving at the final stop, the driver will be prompted to **complete the full route**. ✅ Ensure: - All stops are completed or skipped with comments - All data is entered and saved - Notes or flags are added for dispatch review Tap **Complete Route** — and you’re done! ---   - [Getting started](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/getting-started?hsLang=en-us) - [Troubleshooting](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/troubleshooting?hsLang=en-us) - [Support](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/support?hsLang=en-us) - [For Schedulers](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-schedulers?hsLang=en-us#main-content) - [Capacity & Settings](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-schedulers?hsLang=en-us#capacity-settings) - [Customers & Generators](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-schedulers?hsLang=en-us#customers-generators) - [Planning & Building Routes](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-schedulers?hsLang=en-us#planning-building-routes) - [Reports](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-schedulers?hsLang=en-us#reports) - [For Drivers](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-drivers?hsLang=en-us#main-content) - [Route Basics](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-drivers?hsLang=en-us#route-basics) - [At Each Stop](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-drivers?hsLang=en-us#at-each-stop) - [Finishing & Tips](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/for-drivers?hsLang=en-us#finishing-tips) - [Account & Company Settings](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/account-company-settings?hsLang=en-us#main-content) - [Assets & Equipment](https://help.routesimplified.com/en-us/routesimplified-support-knowledge-base/account-company-settings?hsLang=en-us#assets-equipment) [![RouteSimplified LOGO 7.8.25-1](https://help.routesimplified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RouteSimplified%20LOGO%207.8.25-1.png?width=1863&height=1048&name=RouteSimplified%20LOGO%207.8.25-1.png "RouteSimplified LOGO 7.8.25-1")](https://help.routesimplified.com/?hsLang=en-us) [mailto:support@reitersoftware.com](mailto:support@reitersoftware.com) Copyright © 2025,