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Command Palette Navigation

How to use new command palette

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Written by Peter

Traditional web app navigation forces you to click through nested sidebars or multi-level menus to find specific tools. The Command Palette eliminates menu-hunting by acting as a universal, instant launcher.

Instead of navigating through multiple drop-downs to find pages like Settlements, Orders, or Driver Performance, the Command Palette lets you jump directly to any location in the platform within seconds. It is designed to keep your hands on the keyboard, significantly reducing workflow friction and context-switching during your daily routines.

Access & Controls

How do I launch the Command Palette, and how do I navigate through it? You can launch the Command Palette from any page or screen in the application without interrupting what you are doing.

  • Opening the Palette: Press ⌘ + K (Mac) or Ctrl + K (Windows) on your keyboard. A search overlay will instantly appear on your screen with the input cursor ready.

  • Searching: Start typing the name of the page, module, or category you want to view. The search bar filters all platform pages dynamically as you type.

  • Browsing Results: Use the (Up) and (Down) arrow keys on your keyboard to move your selection highlight up or down the list.

  • Opening a Selection:

    • Press Enter () to navigate to the selected page immediately in your current tab.

    • Press ⌘ + Enter (Mac) or Ctrl + Enter (Windows) to open the selected page in a new browser tab. This is ideal when you need to view secondary information without losing your place in your current task.

  • Closing Without Action: Press the ESC key or click anywhere outside the search window to close the palette instantly.

Organization & Search Results

How are search results categorized inside the Command Palette? To help you find what you need as quickly as possible, search results are split into two organized sections:

  • Frequently Used: Located at the very top of the window, this section surfacing your most regularly visited pages (such as Driver performance or Accidents / Incidents). This acts as an automated shortcut bar so you can access routine tasks with minimal typing.

  • All Pages: Positioned directly below your shortcuts, this section lists every matching system page grouped by its parent category (such as Dashboards, Safety, or Payroll). The category labels help ensure you are jumping to the exact module you need.

Real-World Usage & Tips

What are some best practices for integrating the Command Palette into my daily workflow?

Pro-Tip: Leverage the "New Tab" shortcut ( + Enter) whenever cross-referencing information across different operational modules.

Scenario Example: If you are currently reviewing a Dispatch log and need to quickly check pay details for a specific payout:

  1. Press ⌘ + K (or Ctrl + K).

  2. Type Settlements.

  3. Press ⌘ + Enter (or Ctrl + Enter).

The Settlements page will launch in a new tab in the background, allowing you to complete your pay audit while keeping your primary Dispatch workspace untouched.

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