Widget Groups

This section explains the functions of each widget within its group accompanied by examples of the data types and configuration.

This table can be used as a reference when selecting a widget to use on a dashboard. The features of each widget are marked out in the table.

Here's an overview of the features. Further information on these Features can be found in Widgets Introduction:

Data Type

Numeric Data Numeric data refers to any data that consists of numbers. This can include integers (whole numbers), floating-point numbers (numbers with decimal points). Numeric data is typically used for quantitative measurements or calculations.
Boolean Data Boolean data consists of only two possible values: true or false. It's often used to represent binary conditions. Boolean data is typically represented with either a 1 or a 0.
Enum (Enumerated) Data Enum data, short for "enumerated" data, refers to a type of data that consists of a fixed set of predefined values. Each value in an enum is assigned a symbolic name, making it easier to understand and work with compared to arbitrary numeric or string values. Enums are commonly used to represent a set of related options or categories. Enums do not need to be in numerical order. Empty gaps in values could also be assigned as placeholders for future use.
String Data String data consists of sequences of characters, typically used to represent text or arbitrary data. Strings can include letters, numbers, symbols, and whitespace. String data might be used for user-provided information, such as the name of a scheduled event or the description of a maintenance task.

Streams

Single Stream A single stream is one continuous, real-time flow of measurements or readings generated by the sensor, representing changes in the monitored environment or system.
Multiple Streams Multiple streams refer to more than one simultaneous, continuous flows of different types of measurements or readings generated by a single sensor, capturing various aspects of the monitored environment or system.

Miscellaneous Functions

Text Input A feature that allows users to type and submit text into a widget.
Image Input Enables users to upload or provide images as input to a widget.
File Uploader Lets users select and upload files of various types for processing or storage.
Location Input Allows users to share their geographic location, often via GPS or manual entry.
Semantics Data Can be toggled on/off to provide contextual or descriptive information to the users and improve the understanding and functionality of the data involved in the widget.
Hyperlinks A feature that permits users to add clickable links that direct them to external web pages or other resources.

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Widget Features Table

This table can be used as a reference when selecting a widget to use on a dashboard. The features of each widget are marked out in the table.

Here's an overview of the features. Further information on these Features can be found in Widgets Introduction:

Data Type

Numeric Data Numeric data refers to any data that consists of numbers. This can include integers (whole numbers), floating-point numbers (numbers with decimal points). Numeric data is typically used for quantitative measurements or calculations.

Boolean Data Boolean data consists of only two possible values: true or false. It's often used to represent binary conditions. Boolean data is typically represented with either a 1 or a 0.

Enum (Enumerated) Data Enum data, short for "enumerated" data, refers to a type of data that consists of a fixed set of predefined values. Each value in an enum is assigned a symbolic name, making it easier to understand and work with compared to arbitrary numeric or string values. Enums are commonly used to represent a set of related options or categories. Enums do not need to be in numerical order. Empty gaps in values could also be assigned as placeholders for future use.

String Data String data consists of sequences of characters, typically used to represent text or arbitrary data. Strings can include letters, numbers, symbols, and whitespace. String data might be used for user-provided information, such as the name of a scheduled event or the description of a maintenance task.

Streams

Single Stream A single stream is one continuous, real-time flow of measurements or readings generated by the sensor, representing changes in the monitored environment or system.

Multiple Streams Multiple streams refer to more than one simultaneous, continuous flows of different types of measurements or readings generated by a single sensor, capturing various aspects of the monitored environment or system.

Miscellaneous Functions

Text Input A feature that allows users to type and submit text into a widget.

Image Input Enables users to upload or provide images as input to a widget.

File Uploader Lets users select and upload files of various types for processing or storage.

Location Input Allows users to share their geographic location, often via GPS or manual entry.

Semantics Data Can be toggled on/off to provide contextual or descriptive information to the users and improve the understanding and functionality of the data involved in the widget.

Hyperlinks A feature that permits users to add clickable links that direct them to external web pages or other resources.