Glossary of terms in iTwin.js UI
| Term |
Definition |
| Backstage |
A menu used to open Frontstages and launch Tasks and commands. It is opened by clicking or pressing the App button. It can open a full-screen overlay presenting application settings and data management to the user. |
| Content Control |
A class that specifies the React component to display for a Content View. |
| Content Group |
A collection of Content Controls. |
| Content Layout |
A layout configuration of Content Views. |
| Content Manipulation Tools |
These tools are located in the left side of the content area. These tools are used to Select, Create, Update, and Delete data. |
| Content View |
A representation of an iModel's data. |
| Dialog |
A small temporary window of options presented to the user. |
| Frontstage |
A full-screen configuration designed to enable the user to accomplish a task. There are three types: Primary, Nested and Modal. |
| Keyboard Shortcut |
A keystroke or combination of keystrokes used to launch a command or tool. |
| Navigation Aid |
A user interface control that moves the user's perspective around within a specific Content View. |
| Panel Zone |
An area of within a Stage Panel that can contain a collection of Widgets. There are three designated zones: Start, Middle, and End. |
| Stage Panel |
A panel defined as part of a Frontstage that displays to the left, right, above or below the content area. |
| Status Bar |
The Footer area of the application window that gives the user feedback about the state of an application. |
| Status Field |
An area of the Status Bar assigned to display specific feedback about the active application. Also referred to as Status Item |
| Tool Settings |
Properties that modify the behavior and outcome of the active tool. Typically docked as a bar at the top of the application window. |
| View Navigation Tools |
These tools are located in the right side of the content area. These tools are used to navigate and modify the view parameter such as rotation and zoom level. |
| Widget |
A collection of UI components tied to a particular zone that allows the user to view and/or modify data relevant to their current context. |
| Workflow |
A defined sequence of tasks used to accomplish a goal. |
Last Updated:
30 November, 2023
