Spectrum Interface FAQs
Find answers to common questions about the Spectrum interface.
Workspace
- What is the Workspace?
- This is the area on the screen between the Info Bar and the Navigation Bar.
- What does "Pop out to Browser Tab" mean?
- This is the ability to view a report or Document Image in a separate Browser Tab. Once in a new Browser Tab, you can use your mouse and drag it to another monitor, giving you the ability to view Spectrum and the item side by side.
Bars
- What is the Command Bar used for?
- The Command Bar holds all key functions with the typical action highlighted in green. As you move through a screen, the options on the Command Bar change, showing only the key actions.
- Where is the Command Bar located on the screen?
- The Command Bar is the gray bar near the top of the screen.
- Why are there only a few options on the Command Bar?
- For ease of use, the Command Bar holds only primary or key functions. All secondary options appear as Action Buttons.
- How does the Search Bar work?
- Enter your search words and press <Enter> or select Go.
This is a partial search feature meaning that you only have to enter a few key words to perform the search. To see a complete list of fields that the Search Bar reviews, press F4 or select the drop-down arrow at the end of the Search field.
This functionality is also available in Search Windows.
- What is the Slider Bar and where is it located on the screen?
- The Slider Bar is a window pane that provides additional information. Scanned images and maps appear in the slider bar
It is located on the right hand side of the Workspace.
- How do I open or close the Slider Bar?
- Select the arrow on the Slider Bar to open or close.
- What does "Split" mean?
- This is the ability to divide your screen into two or more panes. For example, when reviewing a certain job, you can split the screen so you can also view another job at the same time.
Use the Restore option to remove the split screen. (Right-click on the Spectrum Tab and select "Restore".)
- How can I split my screen?
- Right-click (or secondary mouse button) on the Spectrum Tab and select "Split."Note: When using split screen, some functionality may be hindered, including use of the Image Pane and Info Bar links.
- How can I remove the split screen?
- Use the Restore option to remove the split screen. (Right-click on the Spectrum Tab and select "Restore".)
- What is the Spectrum Toolbar?
- The Spectrum Toolbar displays on all screens throughout the system. Use it to quickly change companies, access Help, manage preferences and sign out.
Buttons
- What does the Switch option do?
- Select the Switch option to open a different record without having to leave the existing screen.
- What does the Status Button do?
- Displays the current filter setting and allows you to change the type of records that display. Statuses include active, inactive, not used, retired or complete.
For example, the Status Button can be used to display active, inactive and complete jobs.
- What are Action Buttons?
- These control activity performed in Grids and list boxes. You are offered different Action Button options depending which screen you are on.
For example, these are used to perform additional tasks such as editing or deleting a record.
Other
- Can I change the order of fields within data entry screens?
- No, though certain screens allow you to skip sections of the screen.
- What's the difference between the check mark on the screen title versus the one found on the Spectrum tab?
- The screen title's check mark closes the screen.
Option is available until information is entered or changed. As no modifications have occurred, there is no need to save before leaving the screen.
Your browser tab's "x" closes the tab.
Changes will not be saved before the tab is closed.
Monitor Resolution
- What is the recommended resolution for Spectrum?
- The recommended resolution is 1280 x 1024 or larger.
- How can I optimize Spectrum for viewing on smaller monitors or iPads?
- The minimum resolution is the same as the resolution for an iPad (1027 x 768 with both the Navigation Bar and Info Bar closed). If necessary, you can shrink the resolution to 90%. The recommended resolution is 1280 x 1024 or larger.
- How can I resize the Spectrum font?
- Because Spectrum runs in a browser, you can use the standard keyboard controls to resize the font on your browser.
- Ctrl + - make the font larger
- Ctrl - - make the font smaller
- Ctrl 0 - reset the browser to the default font size
