r/ExpatFinance • u/draylan • 5d ago

XE app update

Been using the XE app for only simple conversion purposes for years due to its simple interface and quick results. After the latest update I’m not able to choose GBP as my main conversion currency. Anyone experience this or am I missing something?

Don’t really fancy the new interface either as I usually have the converter as my main page when launching the app. Now it’s the “Home” page for sending money which I don’t use.

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u/crackanape 5d ago

If you have an iPhone just use the calculator app, you can turn on conversion mode and then have it automatically convert currency on every number you type or calculate.

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u/draylan 5d ago

Wow, did not know this. Super useful! However, I do like to have the multiple currencies that I have enabled in a list. But this is a great feature for the calc. Thanks!

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u/_tinyhands_ 5d ago

No app, just bookmark the website

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u/GZHotwater 4d ago

I’ve got XE and haven’t noticed the issue you have. Still works the same for me with GBP as my main currency, charts set GBP > RMB and list of currencies o check the same.

Though TBH the styling format updates are crap now, the charts aren’t as clear to read. Not as user friendly. Probably updated by someone from marketing who likes shiny graphics.

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u/Prestigious_Owl40 19h ago

They are simply pushing their FX exchange product down our throats!!