Once you have started the PADS4 Scheduler application, connected to your PADS4 Server, and successfully logged in, you will be presented with the main interface, also known as the overview window. This is the central hub where you can manage schedules, select destinations, browse dates, and control the display of presentations.

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PADS4 Scheduler Main Window

The main window is composed of several key areas:

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1. Ribbon Bar

The ribbon bar at the top of the window provides access to all available functions in the application.
  • The options available will dynamically change based on:
    • Connection status to the PADS4 Server
    • Logon status
    • Whether a destination or schedule is selected
The ribbon is organized into logical groups for intuitive navigation.

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2. Date Selection Area

This section allows you to define the date range for which you want to view scheduled presentations. You can:
  • Select a single date
  • Choose a custom range
  • Select non-sequential dates
  • Navigate through days, months, or years
The selected date range will affect the data shown in the Schedules Area.

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3. Destinations Area

This pane shows the available destinations to which presentations can be scheduled. Features include:
  • Viewing destinations in categorized or alphabetical format
  • Using filters and search to locate specific destinations
  • Once a destination is selected, its schedule will be displayed in the Schedules Area

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4. Schedules Area

This is where you view and manage the scheduled presentations for the selected destination(s). You can choose between various views:
  • Calendar View (Day, Work Week, Month, Timeline)
  • Table View
  • Or a combination of both
This area gives you a comprehensive visual layout of all scheduled content.

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5. Status Bar

Located at the bottom of the window, the status bar provides:
  • Connection status to the PADS4 Server
  • The username of the logged-in user
  • A zoom slider on the right for adjusting the display scale in calendar views