Rayven’s Interface Management tools let you build, organize, and customize user-facing interfaces that turn your data into powerful, interactive applications. Use the Interface Builder to create dashboards, controls, visualizations, and more — all co
What You Can Do with Interface Management
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Build Dashboards and Apps: Create internal tools, customer-facing dashboards, monitoring apps, and more.
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Add Interactive Widgets: Visualize data and control behavior with over 50 widget types.
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Link to Workflows: Drive logic and automation by connecting widgets directly to your workflows and AI agents.
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Customize User Experience: Drag, drop, and resize components for tailored interface layouts.
Using the Interface Builder
The Interface Builder is your design canvas. Here's how to create and configure interfaces:
1. Add Widgets
Widgets let you display and interact with data:
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Charts (bar, line, pie)
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Controls (toggles, buttons, filters)
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Maps and gauges
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Text boxes for static or dynamic content
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HTML Widgets for fully custom UI components
2. Connect Widgets to Workflows
Each widget can:
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Display data from a workflow output
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Trigger a workflow when interacted with (e.g., via a button)
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Show predictions or insights from AI nodes
3. Customize Widget Layouts on Interfaces
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Use drag-and-drop to position elements
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Resize widgets to prioritize key insights
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Organize views using sections, tabs, or panels
4. Create Interactivity
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Add form inputs, switches, or buttons
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Dynamically update views based on real-time data or user input
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Filter content by UID, time, user role, or custom labels
Managing Interfaces
The Interfaces Management Page provides a full list of existing interfaces in your environment.
| Field | Description |
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| Search Interface | Filter by name or keyword |
| Add New | Launch the Interface Builder to create a new interface |
| Interface Name | Click to open and edit |
| Interface Type | Categorize as dashboard, control panel, or report |
| Number of Widgets | Shows total visual/interactive components used |
| Created Date | When the interface was originally created |
| Last Updated | Most recent update timestamp |
| Action | Options to view, duplicate, edit, or delete the interface |
Creating a New Interface
To start building:
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Go to the Interfaces section in the left-hand menu.
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Click Add New.
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Provide a name and select an Interface Type.
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Use the Interface Builder to add widgets, connect workflows, and arrange your layout.
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Click Save to make the interface live.
Use Cases
Interfaces are versatile and can be used for:
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Real-time monitoring dashboards
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Customer self-service portals
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Field technician tools
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Management control panels
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Data input forms for operations or audits
Q&A
Q: Can I use my own HTML in an interface?
A: Yes. Use the HTML widget to insert custom HTML/JS/CSS components for fully bespoke UI elements.
Q: How do I show data from a workflow?
A: Bind your widget to a workflow output node. This allows real-time data updates in your interface.
Q: Can interfaces be shared externally?
A: Yes. You can manage access via user groups and permissions, and optionally white-label the interface.
Q: What happens when I update a published interface?
A: Changes can be saved as drafts and published when ready, preserving version control and preventing disruption.
Q: What types of widgets are available in the Interface Builder?
A: Rayven offers over 50 widget types including charts, gauges, tables, maps, form inputs, text blocks, toggles, buttons, and custom HTML components.
Q: Can I connect a widget to multiple workflows?
A: Yes, widgets can both display outputs from and send inputs to multiple workflows, allowing you to centralize logic and interface control in one place.
Q: Can I preview an interface before publishing it?
A: Yes. You can preview your interface in the builder at any time and test real-time interactions before publishing it to end users.
Q: How do I organize widgets into sections or tabs?
A: Use layout components such as sections, dividers, tabs, or containers to create logical groupings and improve user navigation.
Q: Can I filter data shown in widgets by user or location?
A: Yes. Use label-based filters, user group access controls, or input widgets (e.g. dropdowns, date pickers) to dynamically filter what’s displayed.
Q: Can I duplicate an interface and use it as a template?
A: Absolutely. Use the Duplicate action from the Interface Management page to clone an existing interface and modify it for a new use case.
Q: Is it possible to control who can see or edit an interface?
A: Yes. Access control can be managed using Rayven’s user group and role-based permissions to define who can view, edit, or interact with interfaces.
Q: How do I handle version control for interfaces?
A: While interfaces don't have built-in versioning, best practice is to duplicate an interface before making major changes. Save the old version as backup.
Q: Can I embed third-party apps or dashboards in my interface?
A: Yes. Use the Iframe widget to embed external URLs, apps, or tools within your Rayven interface.
Q: What’s the difference between 'dashboard', 'control panel', and 'report' interface types?
A: These are categories for organizational purposes:
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Dashboard: Real-time visual monitoring
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Control Panel: Interactive operational tools
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Report: Summary or analytical views (often read-only)
Q: Are interfaces responsive on mobile or tablet devices?
A: Yes, interfaces are responsive. However, we recommend testing layouts on target screen sizes to ensure optimal usability, especially for custom HTML.