Controls

Controls: Input Select

The Input Select control allows users to choose from a predefined list of options, making it perfect for scenarios where users need to select a value from a set of choices. This control is highly flexible, as it can be populated with data from a JSON file, enabling dynamic, data-driven selections.

Key Features:

  • Dynamic Option Population: The Input Select control can be populated with options from a JSON file, giving you the ability to load and display a dynamic list of values. This makes it easy to change or update the available options without modifying the UI manually.

  • Customizable Data Source: You can define a JSON file containing the list of options, where each option can have a label and a corresponding value. The control will automatically load and display these options in a dropdown-style list.

  • Variable Binding: The selected option from the Input Select control can be bound to a variable (e.g., a fieldbus variable), allowing the user’s selection to be transmitted directly to the connected system for further processing or actions.

  • User-Friendly Interface: With a simple dropdown interface, users can quickly and easily select the desired value from a list, streamlining the input process.

Use Cases:

  • Configuration Settings: Perfect for selecting from a list of predefined settings or options, such as choosing from a list of machine modes, operating environments, or preset configurations.

  • Dynamic Option Lists: If your application needs to display a list of items that might change based on external data, the Input Select control is ideal. For instance, you could populate the options with a list of available devices, sensors, or products fetched from an external source.

  • User Selection of Parameters: Use this control to allow users to select from a range of choices for parameters like language settings, display options, or operating conditions.

The Input Select control offers a flexible and powerful way to present dynamic, data-driven options to users, simplifying the selection process and ensuring your application stays adaptable to changes in the data.