Link To Node

A hyperlink that directs the user to a different location, which can be within the same document, to a different file, or to a webpage on the internet. Links are essential for navigation, referencing,and accessing additional resources or information.

What is a Link To?

The Link To is designed to facilitate quick and seamless navigation between different dashboards, solutions within the Rayven ecosystem. By integrating this node, users can create clickable links that enhance the interconnectivity of their IoT environment, allowing for efficient transitions and access to relevant information. This functionality is particularly valuable for users who need to manage and monitor multiple dashboards or solutions, as it streamlines workflow and improves the overall user experience. The Link To ensures that important data and tools are readily accessible, thereby optimizing the efficiency and usability of the Rayven platform.

How to Use

Implementation

In the Rayven Workflow Builder:

  • Select Controls.
  • Drag the Link To node to the canvas.
  • Provide an input to the Link To node by connecting it to another node if using a dynamic URL.
  • Double click on the Link To node to open the configuration window.

Configuration

Section: General

This section contains basic configuration elements required for any link to implementation

Field

Requirement

Comments

Widget Name

Mandatory

Enter a name for this node.


This provides a handle to which you and others can refer, so it should be simple but meaningful and explain the node’s purpose.

Link to Type

Mandatory

Select a link to type from the dropdown menu

  • Dashboard: Enables users to click through to another dashboard within the solution.
  • External: Enables users to click through to an external https link.
  • Solution: Enables users to click through to another solution within the account.

Dashboard to link to

Mandatory


(Only if “Dashboard” is selected as the Link to Type)

Select the available dashboard in the current solution from the dropdown list /

External Link

Mandatory


(Only if “External” is selected as the Link to Type)

Users can provide a link in two ways:

  1. Paste the link directly: Simply paste the URL into the text field.
  2. Use a JSON key: Enter the link using the notation [[url_link]]. This will create a clickable link when used with the "Link To" widget.

Project to Link to

Mandatory


(Only if “Solution” is selected as the Link to Type)

Select from the available solutions in the current account in the dropdown list.

Device/Device Label Name

Optional

Select this radio button to display or hide the name on the widget.

Background Color

Optional

Ability to set the Link To widget’s background color.

Icon

Optional

Click the “Icon Library” button to select an icon to display on the widget.

 

Section: Tooltip Info

Field

Requirement

Comments

Show Tooltip

Optional

When checked, it allows users to display their tooltip text on the widget.

Tooltip Text

Optional

This section only exists when “Show Tooltip” is checked.

Users are able to write any tooltip message they desire which will be displayed on the widget.



Section: Group by Device Label

Field

Requirement

Comments

Device label name

Mandatory

There are no labels available in this box until you have saved at least one in the Device Labels section of the Workspace. 


Select a Label to use to filter devices.

Grouped

Mandatory

Select a method for grouping the widget on the dashboard from the dropdown:


No Grouping (widget per device): one widget will appear for each device


Group by device label value (Widget per label value): One widget will appear for each value of a label. For example, if the Label is ‘Color’ and there are the values ‘Green’ and ‘Gold’, then two widgets will be displayed, one with devices with Color Label equal to “Green” and one with devices with Color Label equal to “Gold”


Group by device label name (One widget): Only one widget will be displayed and this will contain data from all devices.