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Configuration Panel

The configuration panel is on the left side of the workspace and shows settings for the currently selected tool or workflow.

Workflow Configuration​

When no tool is selected, the panel shows Workflow Configuration:

  • Name: Display name for the workflow
  • Description: Optional description of what the workflow does
  • Author: Optional author information
  • Statistics: Number of tools and wires in the workflow

Tool Configuration​

When a tool is selected, the panel shows that tool's specific configuration options.

The panel header shows:

  • Tool icon and name: Identifies the selected tool
  • Tool type: The category and type of tool

Configuration Sections​

Each tool type has different configuration options. Common patterns include:

File Selection (Input/Output)​

  • File picker with browse button
  • Format-specific options (CSV separators, encoding, etc.)

Expression Editor (Filter/Formula)​

  • Code editor with syntax highlighting
  • Autocomplete for column names
  • Example expressions for reference

Column Selection (Select/Sort/Summarize)​

  • List of available columns
  • Checkboxes, dropdowns, or drag-to-reorder interfaces
  • Type casting and renaming options

Mode Selection (Union/Join)​

  • Dropdown or radio buttons for operation modes
  • Preview of what each mode does

Real-time Validation​

As you configure tools, validation runs automatically:

  • Errors are shown inline with the relevant field
  • Warnings indicate potential issues
  • Configuration is saved immediately as you type

Resizing the Panel​

Drag the right edge of the panel to resize it. The panel remembers your preferred width.