In this article, we will show you:
how to customize and save view configurations.
how to use them optimally for you and your team.
Explanatory video
Video
Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:29 - Selecting Templates
0:59 - Customizing the View (Size, Content)
1:37 - Saving the View (Choosing Name and Folder)
2:10 - Creating Groups and Folders (e.g., for PC or Tablet)
3:02 - Example: Weekly Overview
3:40 - Updating Changes (Overwriting the View)
4:10 - Example: Weekly Plan
5:02 - Example: Combining Functions for 3D Model + Weekly Overview
Overview
With custom view configurations in specter, you can tailor your workspace exactly to your needs. Whether for different devices (PC, tablet) or cross-team standards – you can save, organize, and access your views at any time.
Step-by-Step Guide
Customizing the View
Click on thesettingsicon in the top right to adjust your view.
Resize
Scale or reposition elements like the Lookahead Plan or 3D model by clicking onEdit Layout.
Adjust Content
UnderInfoin the Weekplan or Lookahead Plan, select which information you want to display. Adjust the order of the information, such as placing milestones above tasks in the Lookahead Plan, or add additional details like quantities or man-hours to the tiles.
Enable Features
Activate the features relevant to you, such as filters and axes in the model, or color by object status.
Save the View
Click on
+ Add New Viewundersettings.Give the view a name, e.g., "Weekly Overview PC."
Choose a folder:
By default, the view will be saved in the "Ungrouped" folder.
Alternatively, you can create custom folders, such as "PC" or "Tablet."
Update the View
Adjust your view and click on the save icon for the view you want to overwrite.
Confirm the overwrite to save the changes.
Notes
Saved views can be used by all team members.
Make sure to name and organize important views appropriately.
Specter always saves the last used view. When you close and reopen the browser, this view will be automatically loaded.