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Exploring the User Interface

Help you quickly understand the SimplerQMS layout so you can find documents, complete tasks, and adjust settings without friction.

Updated over a week ago

Who Is This For?

  • All Users – navigating modules, lists, and dashboards

  • Document Owners / Authors – managing working copies and effective records

  • QA / Managers – filtering, reviewing, and approving content

How to Do It?

Step 1: Use the Sidebar for primary navigation

The Sidebar is always visible on the left and gives access to key areas.

  • Home – Opens the dashboard with tasks and quick filters.

  • Notifications – Bell icon near the logo; shows system alerts.

  • Modules – Based on your access (e.g., Documents, Change Requests, Templates, Training, Analytics).

  • Settings – Configuration options available to you.

  • Profile – View your user info and update preferences.

  • Log Out – Exit SimplerQMS securely.

💡 You can collapse/expand the sidebar to maximize working space.

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Step 2: Work with the Top Bar in list views

The Top Bar appears in every list view and acts as your control panel for context, filtering, and creating records.

  • Module and Title – Confirms where you are (e.g., Documents – Working Copies).

  • Dropdown Filter – Switch between Working Copies, Effective, or Retired.

  • Create – Start new items such as Documents, Templates, Change Requests, or Training plans.

💡 If you don’t see a Create option, your role may not allow it in that module.


Step 3: Navigate and refine the List View

Selecting a module (e.g., Documents) opens a List View with columns such as Title, Type, Process, Owner, etc.

  • Sorting – Click a column header to sort. Click again to reverse the order.

  • In-List Search & Filters – Use the search bar at the top to filter within the current module and see instant results.

  • Segments (Saved Filters) – Quickly switch between common filter sets for faster navigation.

💡 When results look incomplete, check whether you’re viewing Working Copies, Effective, or Retired.

📎 Reference: Searching and Filtering


Tips

  • 💡 If a module is missing, you likely don’t have access—check with QA/Admin.

  • 💡 Use the Top Bar search first; it’s the quickest way to narrow a long list.

  • 💡 Sort by Due Date or Owner to prioritize reviews and approvals.

What’s Next?

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