Important Concepts and Terms

TIGA User Interface

TIGA User Interface

TIGA Menu

Menu	Description
Application	Displays applications in TIGA, each representing a group of related tables in the database. The Application allows seamless transition between different applications, including CRM, Bonded Zone, or Bug Tracker. Additionally, the menu provides access to Formulatrix Wiki and Application Setting, where you can change the default application. Application Menu in TIGA
Table Bar	Displays a list of tables within the selected application, with the active table highlighted in dark gray. You can customize which tables appear here using Table Setting.
User Profile	Provides access to user-specific settings and actions: Account Settings to modify the username and full name. Change Password to update TIGA login password. User Settings to configure personal preferences for button shortcuts. Log Out to end the session and return to the login screen.
Name of Current Table	Displays the table name currently being viewed.
Table Menus	Provide different options related to records, tables, and actions. Read more about Table Menus.
Search Box	Allows filtering of records in the current table using queries. Specify column names, operators, and criteria to narrow down results. For complex queries, refer to Using Advanced Search Language. Tip If you want TIGA to remember specific queries, click the Pin icon next to the query. When enabled, the Pin icon changes to the pinned state . Pinning a Query in the Accounts Table
Viewing Modes	Controls which records appear in the table using this dropdown: Active Records Only displays only active records. Inactive Records Only displays only archived records. All Records display both active and archived records.
Related Tables	Display tables and records linked to the selected record in the Main Table. For example, account records may be related to records in the Sales Orders, Installed Products, or Cases tables. Tip When you navigate away from a table and return, unpinned related tables will be collapsed by default to improve loading speed. If you frequently access certain related tables, you can use the Pin icon to keep them expanded. A pinned table is indicated by a black Pin icon . Pinning a Related Table in TIGA
Comments	Allows you to view and add comments for the selected record. Read more about Comments.
Record Fields	Displays specific categories of information as columns in the table, such as Name, Type, or State. They can be filtered to show only records matching specific criteria. For example, filter the Name field for “Depot” to display only depot-related records.
Column Filter	Allows you to narrow down records by entering text in specific columns or fields. Applied filters are highlighted in red. Tip If you want TIGA to remember specific filters, click the Pin icon next to the filter. When a filter is pinned, the Pin icon changes to the pinned state . Pinning a Search Filter in the Name Column of the Accounts Table
Table Record	Represents an individual entry in the table as a row. When you select a record, it is highlighted in yellow to indicate its relation with the Related Tables. Read more about Creating Records.

TIGA Button

Button	Description
Add	Creates a new record in the current table or opens a new table.
Settings	Opens a configuration window where you can customize which tables appear in the Table Bar or Related Tables.
Send Feedback for TIGA	Submits a feedback form to the TIGA team, including reporting bugs, requesting changes, or expressing your appreciation to the team.
Help	Opens the TIGA Web Help page in a new browser tab for more information and support.
Syntax	Provides a full reference guide to the Search Box query language, including supported operators and examples.
Save Search	Saves the current filters and search query as a named preset. Once saved, the preset appears in the dropdown next to it so you can quickly switch between different saved searches.
Reset Filter	Clears all filters currently applied in the table.
Quick View	Displays a preview of the selected record without leaving the current page. This shortcut is customizable via User Settings.
Edit	Opens the edit form for the selected record directly from the main table view. This shortcut is customizable via User Settings.