Settings
Configure Braking Lab to match your preferences and hardware setup.
The Settings page lets you customize Braking Lab to match your hardware, preferences, and training style.
Accessing Settings
Open Settings from:
- The gear icon in the top navigation
- The user menu > Settings
- Keyboard shortcut:
Ctrl/Cmd + ,
Account Settings
Profile
Manage your account information:
- Display Name - How you appear on leaderboards
- Email - For account recovery and notifications
- Profile Picture - Upload a custom avatar
- Time Zone - For accurate schedule display
Subscription
View and manage your plan:
- Current plan and features
- Billing cycle and renewal date
- Upgrade/downgrade options
- Payment method management
Privacy
Control your data visibility:
| Setting | Options |
|---|---|
| Profile Visibility | Public, Friends Only, Private |
| Leaderboard Display | Visible, Hidden |
| Statistics Sharing | On, Off |
| Activity Status | Show, Hide |
Hardware Settings
Pedal Configuration
Connect and calibrate your brake pedal:
Connecting Your Pedals
- Go to Settings > Hardware > Pedals
- Click Connect Device
- Your browser will prompt for permission
- Grant access to your pedal (via Gamepad API)
- Test that input is recognized
Calibration
Calibrate for accurate readings:
- Click Start Calibration
- Press brake pedal fully and hold
- Release completely
- Set your preferred dead zones
- Confirm calibration
Pedal Settings
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Dead Zone (Min) | Ignore input below this threshold |
| Dead Zone (Max) | Consider 100% reached at this point |
| Sensitivity Curve | Linear, Progressive, or Custom |
| Invert Axis | Flip input direction if needed |
For detailed calibration instructions and troubleshooting, see Pedals & Gamepad Setup.
Display Settings
Optimize for your monitor:
- Target Frame Rate - Match your display refresh
- Reduce Motion - Minimize animations
- High Contrast Mode - Enhanced visibility
- Scale UI - Adjust interface size
Audio Settings
Master Volume
Control overall audio levels:
- Master volume slider (0-100%)
- Mute toggle
- System integration (use OS volume)
Audio Feedback
Enable real-time audio feedback during exercises:
- Enable Audio Feedback - Turn on pitch-based brake feedback
- Base Frequency - Set the center tone pitch
- Pitch Range - How much the pitch varies with accuracy
- Sensitivity - How responsive the audio is to errors
For detailed audio feedback configuration, see Audio Feedback.
Feedback Sounds
Configure exercise audio feedback:
- Enable/Disable - Toggle audio feedback
- Volume - Independent feedback volume
- Sound Pack - Choose from available packs:
- Classic (default)
- Modern
- Minimal
- Custom (upload your own sounds)
Sound Types
Individual control for each sound:
| Sound | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Success | Correct brake application |
| Early | Braked too early |
| Late | Braked too late |
| Pressure High | Excessive brake pressure |
| Pressure Low | Insufficient pressure |
| Session Start | Exercise beginning |
| Session End | Exercise complete |
Test Sounds
Preview sounds before using:
- Click Test next to any sound
- Adjust individual sound volumes
- Ensure they’re distinguishable
Exercise Preferences
Default Difficulty
Set starting difficulty for new exercises:
- Easy, Medium, Hard, or Custom
- Remember per-track preferences
- Suggest based on performance
Default Settings
Configure exercise defaults:
- Default repetition count
- Default feedback mode
- Auto-advance between exercises
- Session length preferences
Display Options
Customize the exercise interface:
- Show/hide specific overlays
- Reference line colors
- Input visualization style
- Timer display preferences
Connections
iRacing Account
Connect your iRacing account for schedule import and track data:
- Connection status - Shows if connected or disconnected
- Connect/Disconnect - Manage your iRacing OAuth connection
- Last sync - When data was last updated
- Auto-sync - Automatically update race schedule
For full iRacing integration details, see iRacing Integration.
Telemetry Sources
Manage your telemetry integrations:
Garage61
- Connection status
- Auto-import settings
- Reconnect if needed
- Import preferences
Other Sources
- Manual import settings
- File format preferences
- Import history
Import Preferences
Control how telemetry imports:
- Auto-import new sessions
- Series filter for auto-import
- Notification on new data
- Storage management
Notifications
In-App Notifications
Choose what notifications appear:
- Exercise reminders
- Achievement unlocks
- Daily challenge updates
- System announcements
Email Notifications
Control email frequency:
- Weekly progress summary
- New feature announcements
- Race schedule reminders
- Never (disable all)
Data Management
Storage
Monitor your data usage:
- Total storage used
- Breakdown by type (telemetry, videos, etc.)
- Cloud vs. local storage
- Clear cache options
Export & Backup
Download and backup your data:
- Full account export (JSON format)
- Progress data only
- Settings backup
- Import from backup file
- Cloud sync status (registered users)
For complete backup and restore instructions, see Data Export & Backup.
Delete Account
Permanently remove your account:
- Exports data first
- Confirmation required
- 30-day recovery window
- Permanent after recovery period
Keyboard Shortcuts
Enable/Disable
Toggle keyboard shortcuts globally:
- Enable shortcuts
- Show hints on hover
- Customize key bindings
Common Shortcuts
| Action | Default Key |
|---|---|
| Start/Stop Exercise | Space |
| Pause | P |
| Reset Rep | R |
| Next Corner | N |
| Previous Corner | B |
| Toggle Notes | T |
| Settings | Ctrl/Cmd + , |
Custom Bindings
Remap shortcuts to your preference:
- Go to Settings > Shortcuts
- Click on the action to remap
- Press your desired key combination
- Save changes
Third-Party Services Disclaimer
iRacing® and Garage61 are third-party services not affiliated with Braking Lab. Braking Lab is not responsible for their availability, functionality, or any changes to their services. All trademarks, service marks, and rights belong to their respective owners.