# Understanding the Software Layout

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Last updated: 2025-12-27
Section: Understanding the Software Layout

This section provides a visual and functional overview of the layout used throughout the software. Understanding these interface components will help you navigate easily and recognize commonly used terms in this manual.

## Key Interface Components

- **Sidebar:**  
Located on the left side, the **sidebar** offers access to all major modules like Purchase, Sales, CRM, Marketing, Admin, and Reporting. On smaller screens or when unpinned, it collapses to save space. 
- **Pin Icon (Sidebar Toggle):**  
Found in the **sidebar header**, the **Pin icon** allows you to toggle the sidebar's pin status: 
  - If **pinned**, the sidebar remains open at all times. 
  - If **unpinned**, the sidebar collapses and can be reopened using the **menu icon** (☰) on the top-left corner of the header bar.   
- **Sidebar Header:**  
Displays the **current dealership name** just below the Dealersip logo. If you have access to multiple dealerships, clicking the dealership name allows you to switch between them. 
- **Frequently Used Section:**  
Displays shortcuts to modules you use most often. These appear in both the sidebar (under "Frequent") and the main area of the Home screen. 
- **Header Bar:**  
The bar at the top of page that contains software logo and page caption, known as the **Header Bar**, includes: 
  - The **page caption** (e.g., "Home") indicating the active module 
  - The **notification bell** and **user dropdown menu**   
- **Notification Bell:**  
Clicking the bell icon opens your **notifications panel**. A **red blinking dot** appears when new notifications are available. 
- **User Dropdown Menu:**  
Located on the far right of the header bar, this menu includes: 
  - **User Settings** 
  - **Link to the Support Center** for managing tickets 
  - **Software Version Number** and **Release Timestamp** 
  - And other user specific options.