In this article, you will learn how to log in and use the basic desktop navigation features of Dalux FM.
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Please note, if you are mainly working with FM, then be sure to use the FM login URL: https://fm.dalux.com/login
Login
To access Dalux FM, click on https://fm.dalux.com/login and enter your email and password on the login screen.
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Dalux FM dashboard
When opening Dalux FM, the dashboard home screen displays an overview of content and tasks.
The platform is organized into several areas:
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- Sidebar: You can switch between modules by using the sidebar.
- Menu: The menu displays information in folders and allows you to organize your saved filters.
- Instance name: The instance name displays the current instance. The instance can be changed by clicking on the name.
- Notifications: Notifications are listed here, showing all the notifications you've received.
- User profile: Your user profile can be accessed by clicking on your name. Here you can download the desktop app, view keyboard shortcuts, and log out.
Change instance or project
Click on the instance name to choose a different Dalux instance or project.
A new window will pop up, showing you the list of available Instances and projects that you have access to. If you have a lot of Instances or projects to choose from, you can use the search function to quickly find what you need.
You can mark your favorite projects or instances with a yellow star to prioritize them at the top of the list.
Sidebar and menu
You can navigate through the platform's modules using the sidebar. The selected module and menu item are highlighted in green.
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List view
The content in Dalux FM is displayed in a list view with horizontal rows and vertical columns, containing the following components.
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Column header
You can change the order of columns by dragging and dropping the column headers to a new position.
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Add column
You can add new columns by clicking on the -icon to the right. The newly added columns will be placed on the right side of the currently visible columns.
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Grouping
To group rows by values in the list, click on the header and select grouping.
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Filter
To filter content, click on the header, type a keyword in the search bar, and select the results from the list.
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Search- and filter bar
Filter selections are displayed in the search and filter bar and can be edited or removed.
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Delete saved view
You can delete a saved view by selecting it and clicking Delete. This action cannot be undone.
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Notifications
Each email notification from Dalux FM is accessible in the notifications section for easy management and direct access to relevant items.
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User profile
Under your profile name, there are several useful features.
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General information
You can edit your general information in the My profile section. You can change all your information except for your email address.
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Change password
To change your password, click on the 'Change password' button and follow the instructions sent to your email.
Download desktop app
If you are working with large files, it is recommended to download the locally installed app for Dalux FM instead of accessing it through a browser.
Keyboard shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts for the location module can also be viewed from here.
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Log out
From here you can log out of Dalux FM. You must re-enter your email and password to log back into Dalux FM.