> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.holoplot.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.holoplot.com/holoplot-control/getting-started/navigating-the-interface.md).

# Navigating the interface

HOLOPLOT Control consists of 5 sections:

1. Navigation Bar
2. Control Panel
3. Workspace
4. Properties Panel
5. Footer

<figure><img src="/files/L9cVGkuptzc9wnyy9TX5" alt=""><figcaption><p>HOLOPLOT Control</p></figcaption></figure>

### Navigation bar

The navigation bar has 2 purposes:&#x20;

* It provides quick access to all sections of HOLOPLOT Control, grouped by workflow steps.
* It displays information about active Project, active Preset and active environmental conditions.

<figure><img src="/files/4pHn0l5PQV4pubEWY1Na" alt=""><figcaption><p>Navigation Bar </p></figcaption></figure>

### Control panel

This panel is accessible from all sections, providing quick access to the most relevant functionalities and displaying important information for monitoring the system status. It consists of 3 sections that enable:&#x20;

* Searching and switching Presets.
* Adjusting environmental conditions.
* Monitoring and adjusting system-wide output levels and muting the system.

<figure><img src="/files/O2DXj8TmA4nsUd0GvDZP" alt="" width="120"><figcaption><p>Control Panel</p></figcaption></figure>

{% hint style="info" %}
Learn more in [Switching presets and environmental conditions](/holoplot-control/operating-the-system/switching-presets-and-environmental-conditions.md) and [Applying actions to the system](/holoplot-control/operating-the-system/applying-actions-to-the-system.md)
{% endhint %}

### Workspace

This is the main section of HOLOPLOT Control. The content and available actions vary depending on the workflow stage, whether setup, operation, or monitoring.

<figure><img src="/files/fNodDkqHDcIM4NQyasK1" alt=""><figcaption><p>Workspace in the Project Information section </p></figcaption></figure>

### Properties Panel

It introduces a view-only panel that showcases the attributes, context, and additional details of the selected item on the workspace. Its content adapts based on the current section: **Selected Device, Project Information, Metering, or Beam Tuning.**

<figure><img src="/files/933l9i0gUgWf7p9A8mrU" alt=""><figcaption><p>Properties Panel in the Device List section</p></figcaption></figure>

### **Footer**

The footer is divided into two parts:&#x20;

* The left part displays information on the current system and the OS version.
* The right side summarizes all system statuses to quickly monitor the system's health.

<figure><img src="/files/OkcEjSyRbcd14PsmU7hT" alt=""><figcaption><p>Footer</p></figcaption></figure>


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