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FAQs on 'Dashboard'

This article lists out frequently asked questions on topics related to 'Dashboard'.

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Related to Search Asite

Q1. Why is my existing file not listed in the search results?

A1. The search results will, by default, show a maximum of 5 file records at a time. Click on the 'More' link available at the bottom of the results list to view more results if any. Also, check whether the project selected in the project filter is correct.

To learn how to search files specifically from listing areas, click here.


Q1. Why can't I see a project which was available earlier?

A1. This might happen in case your access to that project was removed or the project was renamed.

Q2. Why is my project filter getting changed automatically?

A2. Your project filter may change automatically / indirectly, in scenarios like:

1. Clicking an Asite link received in email notifications like daily summary which may require including projects outside of the project filter, to display relevant information.

2. Clicking an aMessage group notification or watch notifications related to a project that is not included in the project filter.

3. Changes in the project filter made using proxy user access.

4. Changes in the project filter made while working on Asite in another browser tab.


Related to My Account

Q1. Which special characters are allowed while resetting a password?

A1. Following are the special characters allowed while resetting a password:

( _ , ! @ # $ % ^ & * - , = |

Q2. Why can't I edit the email address in my Asite account?

A2. We don't allow changing the email address of your Asite account, as it serves as a unique reference for us to identify you as a user.

However, if you still need to make such a change, send us an email with the required details. We will get back to you soon.

Q3. How do I manage my organization details?

A3. If you need to change your organization details on Asite, send us an email with the required details. Our team will respond to your email soon.

To learn how to manage the design layout of your organization on Asite, click here.

To learn how to manage your organization's branding on Asite, click here.

Q4. How can I get access to 'Classic View'?

A4. To get the 'Classic View' option, please contact your Asite Professional Services Consultant / drop an email to Asite Support.

Q5. How do I switch from 'Adoddle View' to 'Classic View' and vice versa?

A5. Once logged in on Adoddle View, click on your profile picture at the top right and select 'Classic View' to switch to Classic View.

To switch back to Adoddle View, go to 'My Home' i.e. the default landing page in Classic View. In the 'Settings' menu at the top, select 'Adoddle View' and switch back to Adoddle View.


Related to Switch User

Q1. Why can't I access admin functionalities on a project when switching to a proxy user?

A1. Due to security reasons and to prevent misuse of the platform, admin functionalities will remain inaccessible when switching to a proxy user. Accordingly, certain tabs like 'Projects', 'aMessages', 'Tasks', 'Admin', and 'Reports' will also remain inaccessible when switching to a proxy user.

Q2. I’ve proxied on behalf of a user but when I go to Switch Users, their name doesn't appear. Why?

A2. Check that the required project is selected in the project filter where proxy access was assigned. If it still doesn't appear, check whether you are trying to get access outside the selected time duration defined while assigning proxy access.

Q3. User A is assigned proxy to User B on Project 1. User B is assigned proxy to User C on Project 2. Can User A view Project 2?

A3. User A can view Project 2 only if he/she is specifically given user access to Project 2, irrespective of whether User B is assigned proxy to User C or not.

Q4. Why has my dashboard changed?

A4. Your dashboard may change indirectly, due to changes in the dashboard made using proxy user access.


Q1. What happens if I assign 'Admin' permission to a user on my dashboard?

A1. This means that the selected user will have full access to manage the dashboard you are creating, including the ability to share it with other users.

Q2. How can I share a dashboard with a distribution group?

A2. You can create a distribution group by selecting 'Dashboards' as a group type. To learn more, click here.

Q3. What is a 'System Dashboard'?

A3. 'System Dashboard' is a default dashboard available to view (non-editable) for everyone having a registered account on Asite. It contains a fixed set of gadgets which may include 'Files - Incomplete Tasks', 'New Files Published', 'Recent Apps', 'Apps - Incomplete Tasks', 'Favourite Folders', 'Favourite Apps', 'Model Summary' and 'Favourite Models'.


Q1. What is a 'System Dashboard'?

A1. 'System Dashboard' is a default dashboard for everyone with a registered account on Asite. It contains a fixed set of gadgets which may include 'Files - Incomplete Tasks', 'New Files Published', 'Recent Apps', 'Apps - Incomplete Tasks', 'Favourite Folders', 'Favourite Apps', 'Model Summary' and 'Favourite Models'.


Q1. Can I restore a dashboard that I deleted?

A1. No, you cannot restore a dashboard once deleted.

Q2. What is a 'System Dashboard'?

A2. 'System Dashboard' is a default dashboard for everyone with a registered account on Asite. It contains a fixed set of gadgets which may include 'Files - Incomplete Tasks', 'New Files Published', 'Recent Apps', 'Apps - Incomplete Tasks', 'Favourite Folders', 'Favourite Apps', 'Model Summary' and 'Favourite Models'.


Q1. What is an aMessage / 'No Comment'?

A1. aMessages are comments specifically typed in and created by users on files. 'No Comment' is a separate option available for users in a scenario when there is no specific comment required to be entered on a selected file.

Q1. How do I unsubscribe from all email notifications coming from Asite?

A2. Though there is no specific option to unsubscribe from all Asite emails, you always have the option to configure email preferences for your Asite account where you can define where you need daily summary emails / task notification emails / aMessage notification emails / file checkout notification emails as applicable.


Q1. How do I mark a folder as my favorite folder?

A1. From the 'Files' tab, right-click on the project folder you want to mark

as a favorite and select 'Mark as Favourite'. Accordingly, to unmark a folder

as a favorite, you can right-click on the same folder again and select 'Remove as Favourite' when required.


Related to Favourite Apps

Q1. How do I mark a form type as my favorite form type?

A1. From the 'Project Forms' tab, right-click on the form type you want to mark

as a favorite and select 'Mark as Favourite'. Accordingly, to unmark a form type

as favorite, you can right-click on the same form type again and select 'Remove as Favourite' when required.


Q1. Why can't I see all my form types when viewing the 'Apps - Incomplete Tasks' gadget?

A1. The 'Apps - Incomplete Tasks' gadget displays available form types based on the width set for the gadget as well as the completion due date of tasks.

To view this gadget with all form types, you just need to maximize the gadget view by clicking on the icon available at the top right to maximize the gadget size.



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