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Combined Controls
Combined Controls let you bundle several UI elements — such as buttons, sliders, SVGs, and text fields — together with their connection logic (e.g., Connection Strings) into a single, reusable unit.
This grouped unit can then be inserted into any container or page — regardless of where it was originally created. It behaves like a portable mini-module and is ideal for repeating functional patterns across your project.
Why use Combined Controls?
If you need the same functional elements in different places (e.g., a call button for reception, a standard light control, or an emergency stop), Combined Controls let you configure once and reuse many times — without redefining logic.
Practical Examples
- A slider to adjust the feed rate of a packaging machine, already linked to the right variable.
- An emergency stop button pre-connected to a shutdown PLC command.
- A status widget that shows machine alerts, ready to drop anywhere in the UI.
Unlike Templates, which always store a full container layout, Combined Controls are modular, lightweight, and layout-independent. Think of them as a portable toolkit of configured elements — flexible and fast.
Benefits
- Consistency across UI pages
- No duplicated logic
- Reusable in different containers
- Central updates without hunting down copies
This feature saves time, prevents errors, and ensures uniform design and functionality — especially in large-scale or team-driven projects.