Introduction
A graphical user interface (abbr.: GUI), is a particular type of user interface for interacting with a computer. It makes use of graphical images and widgets in addition to text to represent the information and actions available to the user. Usually the actions are performed via direct manipulation of graphical elements. GUI design is very important part of our software development.
The goal of MADRIX is to enhance the usability of lighting control with an intuitive and logical design. The visible graphical interface includes a number of graphical elements, which allow for a prolific interaction with the program.
Overview
The graphical user interface of MADRIX is divided into different sections. The following image shows a good overview.
Learn More
In the following chapters every section will be introduced. Moreover, every chapter will provide links to learn the software in more detail.
This chapter introduces the menu bar of the software.
Preview A, Preview B, and Preview Output will be explained in detail here.
Learn how to use the Crossfader, fade types, and the color filter.
The brief overview will introduce the buttons in Storage Area A and Storage Area B.
Effect Areas A & B
How can I use effects? Effect Area A and B will be explained here.
These buttons are used to control the implemented Cue List function of MADRIX.
How do these two buttons and faders work? It is explained briefly in this chapter.
Full Screen Mode
You can use the full size of your monitor using the full screen mode for graphical user interface of MADRIX.
An additional touch screen interface is built right into MADRIX. This interface can be opened using the MADRIX logo! Learn more about it in this chapter.