Controls

Controls: Input Basic

The Input Basic control is a simple yet essential component for accepting user input within your HMI. It functions as the counterpart to the Output Basic control, enabling users to enter values and submit them to connected variables (e.g., from a PLC or runtime). This makes it ideal for interactive applications where user input is required, such as adjusting settings or controlling processes.

Key Features:

  • User Input Field: The Input Basic control provides a text input field where users can manually enter values, such as numbers, text, or other data types.

  • Variable Binding: Once a user enters a value, the Input Basic control can bind to a connected variable (e.g., a CODESYS structure or another fieldbus variable), allowing the entered value to be sent directly to the connected system.

  • Submit Button Option: The Input Basic control can include an optional submit button, allowing the user to submit their input to the connected variable with a single click. This can be useful for confirming changes or applying values to the system in a controlled manner.

  • Simple Integration: Easily integrate the Input Basic control into your HMI by connecting it to the desired variable, enabling seamless data exchange between the user interface and the backend system.

Use Cases:

  • User Configuration: Ideal for scenarios where operators need to input values, such as setting machine parameters, adjusting thresholds, or controlling variables.

  • Data Entry: Use the Input Basic control to allow users to enter values, such as setting a target temperature or adjusting system limits, which are then sent to the system for processing.

  • Control Systems: When connected to a control variable, the Input Basic can be used to directly influence or control machinery, processes, or other systems by applying the user’s input.

The Input Basic control provides a straightforward way to gather user input and integrate it seamlessly with your system, making it an essential tool for interactive and configurable HMI designs.