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Screen layout

After you log in, the screen is made up of the following regions. This documentation uses these names when referring to positions on the screen.

Screen layout: global nav, header, left sidebar, main area, right sidebar

Depending on the feature or screen, only some of these regions might be shown. Even if a region isn't shown, the positions of the other regions follow this layout.

Regions

RegionPositionDescription
Global navLeft edge of the screenEntry points to the main features and settings
HeaderTop of the screenThe screen title, action buttons, and more
Left sidebarLeft of the main areaLists, trees, filters, and more
Main areaCenter of the screenThe main content for that screen
Right sidebarRight of the main areaDetail information, auxiliary panels, and more

The region at the left edge of the screen. It provides workspace switching and entry points to the main features and settings. For the menu structure, see Navigation.

The region at the top of the screen, to the right of the global nav. It holds the title of the open resource, action buttons, and similar controls.

The region below the header, to the left of the main area. It shows things like a folder tree or filters, mainly to let you choose what's shown in the main area.

Main area

The region at the center of the screen. It shows the main content for that screen, such as the body of a notebook, a list, or a settings form.

The region to the right of the main area. It shows detail information, auxiliary panels, and similar content. It might be closed, or might not exist at all, depending on the feature.