Dashboard Overview
The VariantMiner dashboard is your central hub for accessing all platform features. This guide will walk you through the main interface elements and help you understand how to navigate the platform effectively.
Main Navigation
Top Navigation Bar
The top navigation bar provides access to all major platform sections:
The main dashboard showing key features and navigation options
VariantMiner Logo: Click to return to the main dashboard
Files: Access file management features
Samples: Manage biological samples
Subjects: Patient/subject management
Orders: Analysis order processing
Variants: Variant browsing and analysis
Reports: Clinical report generation
Organizations: Organization management (if you have permissions)
Workspaces: Workspace management
Profile Menu: Access your user profile and settings
User Profile Menu
Located in the top-right corner, the profile menu includes:
Profile: View and edit your user profile
Settings: Configure your preferences
Activity: View your recent activity
Organizations: Manage organization memberships
Logout: Securely log out of the platform
Dashboard Sections
Quick Stats
The dashboard displays key metrics about your current workspace:
Total Files: Number of uploaded files
Processed Files: Files that have completed processing
Active Orders: Current analysis orders in progress
Recent Activity: Your latest actions on the platform
Recent Activity Feed
The activity feed shows:
Recent file uploads
Order status changes
Report creations
User interactions
System notifications
Quick Actions
Common actions available from the dashboard:
Upload New File: Quick access to file upload
Create Order: Start a new analysis order
Browse Variants: Access the variant browser
Generate Report: Create a new clinical report
Workspace Context
Current Workspace
The dashboard shows information for your currently selected workspace:
Workspace name is displayed in the interface
All data and operations are scoped to this workspace
Switch workspaces using the workspace selector
Workspace Switching
To change your active workspace:
Click the workspace name or selector
Choose from available workspaces
The dashboard will update to show the new workspace context
Navigation Patterns
Breadcrumb Navigation
Many pages include breadcrumb navigation to help you understand your location:
Dashboard > Files > VCF Files > [Specific File]Back Navigation
Use browser back button for previous pages
Many forms include "Cancel" buttons to return
Breadcrumbs provide quick navigation to parent sections
Search and Filters
Global search capabilities are available:
Use the search bar to find files, samples, or orders
Advanced filters are available in each section
Saved searches can be created for common queries
Dashboard Customization
Personalization Options
Set your default workspace
Configure notification preferences
Customize dashboard widgets (if available)
Set preferred date/time formats
Layout Preferences
The dashboard adapts to your screen size
Sidebar can be collapsed on smaller screens
Tables and grids adjust to available space
Common Tasks from Dashboard
Starting a New Analysis
Click "Upload New File" or navigate to Files
Upload your VCF file
Create a new order for analysis
Configure samples and subjects as needed
Monitoring Progress
Check the activity feed for updates
Visit the Orders section to track analysis progress
File processing status is shown in real-time
Accessing Results
Browse variants in processed files
Create reports from analyzed variants
Share results with team members
Mobile and Tablet View
Responsive Design
Dashboard adapts to smaller screens
Navigation menu collapses to hamburger menu
Touch-friendly interface elements
Limited Functionality
Some advanced features require desktop browsers
File uploads work better on larger screens
Complex analysis tasks optimized for desktop
Keyboard Shortcuts
Global Shortcuts
Alt + D: Return to dashboard
Alt + F: Go to files section
Alt + O: Access orders
Alt + V: Open variant browser
Ctrl + S: Save (in forms and editors)
Navigation Shortcuts
Tab: Navigate through interface elements
Enter: Activate buttons and links
Esc: Close modals and dialogs
Getting Help
In-App Help
Hover over (?) icons for tooltips
Many forms include contextual help text
Error messages provide specific guidance
Additional Resources
User Guide for comprehensive documentation
FAQ for common questions
Troubleshooting for technical issues
Status Indicators
System Status
Green indicators show normal operation
Yellow warnings indicate attention needed
Red alerts require immediate action
Data Processing Status
Files show processing progress bars
Orders display current workflow stage
Real-time updates for long-running processes
Ready to explore specific features? Continue to User Management to learn about organizations and permissions.
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