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Hook Signature

const serialNumber = useSerialNumber();

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Return Value

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serialNumber
string | undefined
The hardware serial number of the device. Returns undefined when running outside the Fully Kiosk Browser environment.

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Description

Retrieves the hardware serial number of the Android device. This is a unique identifier assigned by the device manufacturer and is typically printed on the device hardware or packaging.

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Example

import { useSerialNumber } from 'node-fullykiosk';

function DeviceInventory() {
  const serialNumber = useSerialNumber();

  if (!serialNumber) {
    return <div>Serial number not available</div>;
  }

  return (
    <div className="inventory-card">
      <h3>Device Information</h3>
      <dl>
        <dt>Serial Number:</dt>
        <dd>
          <code>{serialNumber}</code>
        </dd>
      </dl>
      <button onClick={() => exportInventoryData(serialNumber)}>
        Export Device Info
      </button>
    </div>
  );
}

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Notes

  • Returns undefined when not running in the Fully Kiosk Browser environment
  • The serial number is hardware-specific and cannot be changed
  • Useful for asset tracking and inventory management
  • May require specific Android permissions depending on the Android version

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