Working with the User Interface

First familiarize yourself with the user interface:

The start page when opening the software makes getting started easier. Select a button, e.g., [Device from Network], to start.
Even if the start page is closed, you can select your device at any time using the product selection on the right and add it to the project. You have the choice between three sources: devices from the network (online), devices from the product catalog (offline) or devices connected via USB (see 8 Add Devices in the Project).

The added device is displayed in the “Devices in the project.” The actions you select from the menu ribbon are related to this device.

The actual project work is done in the middle area. You can configure devices, perform firmware updates, manage licenses and perform other actions (see corresponding descriptions).

You can find a message bar at the bottom of the user interface. You can expand the message bar to receive detailed messages about actions taken or the status of the device (see 8 Message Window).

In the upper right area, you find general operating elements, for example, for changing the language or for opening the online help. The license repository (see 8 Manage Licenses for Devices) and settings for certificate exceptions for devices (see 8 Handling Certificates) can also be found here.

To create, open or save projects, you can find the project menu in the upper left area.