One way to enhance user experience on a PLC is by implementing a PopUp screen that appears after a specific condition is met, such as when a bit goes on TRUE. This PopUp screen can also be triggered if a user holds a button pressed for a certain amount of time, regardless of which screen they are on. In the image provided, the button has been set to a 5-second hold time. Is this hold time for the button or the bit? Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be a direct workaround for this issue. As of now, the only option found in the View Designer is to set up PopUp displays through navigation.
Once you have set up your pop-up "group" and applied a visibility tag to ensure it remains hidden unless certain conditions are met, you can easily accomplish this task. Within the Properties menu, you can simply right click on the visibility option and then assign a tag to it, often referred to as an alias. While it has been some time since I last utilized View Designer, I recommend managing your conditions within the PLC. Choose the method that best suits your needs to toggle the visibility tag between true and false, especially if you are utilizing falling edge detection. Additionally, consider using a timer within the PLC to automatically adjust this visibility setting if a specific button is held down for a predetermined amount of time.
Thank you for your response. Is it necessary for the content to appear as a PopUp or in a separate NewPage?
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Thank you, Sir. JTCat suggests creating a pop-up "group" and using a visibility tag to control its visibility based on certain conditions. This method is the simplest way to achieve this task. In the Properties tab, right click on the visibility option and select the option to assign a tag to it (also known as an alias). If you're not familiar with the View Designer tool, don't worry – it's been a while since I've used it too. Handle your conditions in the PLC and choose the method that works best for you to set the visibility tag to true or false. You can also use a timer in your PLC to automatically change the visibility based on the length of time a specific button is held down.
From my understanding, the hold time you set refers to the button, not the bit. It's the duration a user needs to press the button before triggering the PopUp. The bit, on the other hand, switches to TRUE based on specific operational conditions, independent of the hold time. Although View Designer may not have a direct option for your needs, you could potentially consider scripting a custom solution if you're comfortable with that.
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Answer: Answer: To create a PopUp screen triggered by a PLC bit in View Designer, you can set up PopUp displays through navigation as there may not be a direct workaround for this specific issue.
Answer: Answer: Yes, a PopUp screen can be triggered by a user holding a button pressed for a certain amount of time in View Designer. In the provided example, the button has been set to a 5-second hold time.
Answer: Answer: The hold time, as mentioned in the discussion, is set for the button which triggers the PopUp screen.
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