Wizard Framework, Basics

The Wizard Framework is used for an easy creation of Wizards in a uniform layout style. The key elements "Navigation Bar" and "Bottom Bar" can be customized to fit the needs of the custom wizard.

Wizard Framework Overview

The Wizard Framework defines the look & feel of new wizards. The wizards consist of a defined number of elements. The following table gives a short description of the elements inside the framework.

Element Description
Navigation Bar The "Navigation Bar" is displayed in the upper side of the wizard panel. The navigation elements inside the bar are used to navigate between the various panels inside of the wizard.
Notification Bar The "Notification Bar" is used for displaying warnings and errors that might occur during the usage of the wizard. If no errors or warnings are currently active the notification bar remains hidden.
Panel Area This area is reserved for the custom panels that are used inside the wizard.
Bottom Bar The "Bottom Bar" is used to display the general buttons like "Close", "Apply" or "Reset". Depending on the configuration of the wizard these buttons can be available or remain hidden.

Following screenshot displays the WinCC OA CNS Wizard that is based on the WinCC OA Wizard Framework. The elements described above are highlighted for a better understanding.

Figure 1. Wizard Framework Elements - CNS Wizard Example

Wizard Configuration

For a faster configuration of new wizards respectively the quick adoption of existing wizard the WinCC OA Configuration panel can be used.

Chapter Overview

Chapter Content
Wizard Framework, Basics Basic information regarding the Wizard Framework.
Requirements & Installation Requirements and Installation of the Wizard Framework
Wizard Framework Elements Description and further information regarding the Wizard Framework Elements
Wizard Configuration Description of the Wizard Configuration panel.
Wizard Framework, Details Details regarding the Wizard Framework, e.g. the description of the internal data points.