Toolbars

The LightDesigner toolbar provides point and click access to the most commonly used features, displays, and tools. Multiple tool sets display in the toolbar depending on the current application view and the action selected.

The toolbar is designed to display only the required tool sets for the current application view. For instance, preset and sequence editing tools display only when you are in the Program/Simulate view. Basic tool sets include the conventional, application view and zoom tools. Additional tool sets, such as the preset are specific to an action or a display.

You can rearrange and customize toolbars and workspace to fit your needs. Workspace changes are saved automatically when LightDesigner is closed.

Status Bar

LightDesigner provides a status bar located in the bottom section of the LightDesigner application display.

The status bar provides the following information regarding the LightDesigner application and the connected Paradigm control system:

Conventional and Display Tools

Conventional and display tools are always available for use and displayed in all views.

Application View Tools

Application view tools are shortcuts to each view of LightDesigner. You can access displays from either the toolbar or the (View) menu.

Zoom Tools

Zoom tools are available in Design and Program/Simulate views to control the magnification level of the Plan workspace.

Grid Tools

While in the Design view, grid tools are displayed in the toolbar next to the Zoom tools. Grid tools parallel the Grid preferences. When changes are made to one, the changes are reflected in the other.

Preset, Palette, and Sequence Tools

While in the Program/Simulate view, the preset, palette, and sequence tools are displayed in the toolbar.

Live Control Tools

Live Control tools are provided in the Program/Simulate view and the Network view to both enable live playback functionality and maintain an accurate representation of the system.

Design view, Create and Move Space Tools

In Design view, the [Allow moves between spaces] and [Create primary space] tools are available for selection in the toolbar.

Design view, Edit Space Mode Tools

While in Design view, selecting the [Edit Space Mode] button displays additional space editing tools.

Macro Editor Tools

Macro Editor tools are provided to assist with macro creation and control.

Timed Events Tools

Timed Events are provided with tools to assist with creation of a timed event, editing an event and importing holidays into the Paradigm LightDesigner project.

Network Tools

The Network view provides a tool to create new processors and displays tools to enter Live Control and enable Live Edit Mode. See Live Control Tools.