Plan Availability | All plan types |
Permissions | Solution Creators and Workspace Admins: Add, configure, and manage Countdown Widgets. |
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Overview
Check out the Introduction to Dashboards article to understand the basics of working with widgets.
The Countdown Widget provides a visual way to highlight important milestones or deadlines. It dynamically counts down to a specified Date & Time, helping teams stay focused on key events.
Adding the Countdown Widget
Open Your Dashboard and navigate to where you want to add the countdown.
Click "Add Widget" in the dashboard toolbar.
Select "Countdown Widget" from the “Add New Widget” sidebar.
Configure Widget Settings:
Set the Target Date & Time (defaults to profile locale settings).
Choose which time units to display (Months, Weeks, Days, Hours, Minutes, Seconds).
Select the Countdown Color.
Choose an End Display Option (Fireworks animation or a Custom Message when reaching zero).
Click "Add Widget" to place it on your dashboard.
Customization Options
Target Date & Time: Define the exact countdown deadline.
Display Units: Show time remaining in your preferred format.
Color Customization: Choose a color that aligns with your dashboard theme.
End Display: Opt for a Fireworks effect or display a Custom Message when the countdown ends.
Practical Use Cases and Scenarios
1. Tracking Product Launches
Scenario: A marketing team needs a visual reminder of an upcoming product release.
Solution: Add a Countdown Widget to the dashboard, displaying the time remaining until launch.
Outcome: Builds excitement and keeps the team aligned on the launch timeline.
2. Event Planning & Deadlines
Scenario: An event manager wants to track the countdown to an upcoming company-wide event.
Solution: Set a Countdown Widget to the event date, ensuring everyone stays aware of the timeline.
Outcome: Helps team members manage tasks leading up to the event efficiently.
3. Project Completion Countdown
Scenario: A project lead wants to visualize the remaining time for a major deadline.
Solution: Configure a Countdown Widget to track days, hours, and minutes until project completion.
Outcome: Keeps the team focused and motivated to meet deadlines.
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