--- title: "Platform Release 251 - April 2023" slug: "factory-251-release-april-2023" updated: 2024-12-16T17:08:29Z published: 2024-12-16T17:08:29Z canonical: "support.tulip.co/factory-251-release-april-2023" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.tulip.co/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Platform Release 251 - April 2023 Factory 251 is here and it brings a lot of quality of life improvements! Updates to the platform include, added layer support for machine and app analyses, making it easier for you to get the insights you need. Streamlined user management and settings navigation to help save you valuable time. We have also made it easier to copy API credentials to your clipboard, improved the ribbon and modals for machine data sources, and added a new default data type in the dropdown menu. There’s a lot more packed into this release, and we hope you enjoy these updates and look forward to your continued feedback! Let us know your thoughts in our [Community Forums](https://community.tulip.co/t/release-251-discussion-thread-april-2023/8147) ::: ## Charting and Analytics ### Layer Support for Machine and App Analyses Added layer support for both machine and app analyses. With layers, users can easily organize, manage, and break down complex analyses into smaller more manageable elements. Users can focus on one aspect of the analysis at a time and easily switch between different layers, providing a more organized and efficient workflow. We can't wait to see how our users will utilize these new features to improve their analyses and charts. ![image.png](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/image%2877%29.png) ## Accounts ### Streamlined User Management with Account Owner Role We've removed the "write to all workspaces" toggle in the user creation modal and on the user profile page, and replaced it with an "Account Owner” role toggle. Account Owners can now grant full access to all workspaces to selected users by toggling on the "Account Owner” role option. This eliminates the need for users to manually toggle the "write to all workspaces" option each time they create or edit a user's profile. This streamlines the user management process and makes it easier for Account Owners to grant access to multiple workspaces at once. This also helps to ensure that users have the appropriate level of access and reduces the risk of errors or unauthorized access. ![ezgif-5-cc5f2a60cc.gif](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/ezgif-5-cc5f2a60cc.gif) ### Improved Settings Navigation with Alphabetical Order The left-hand navigation bar in the Settings page now list sub-pages in alphabetical order. This change makes it easier for users to quickly and easily find the settings page they need. Please note that this page is only accessible to Account Owners. This is to ensure that only those with the necessary permissions can access and modify the settings of the account. ![image.png](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/image%2883%29.png) ## Integrations and Connectivity ### Easily Copy API Credentials to Clipboard Added functionality to allow users to copy API credentials to their clipboard with just a click. With this update, users can now easily copy API credential information to the clipboard directly from the modal in which they are displayed. Simply click the "Copy to Clipboard" button in the API credential information modal, and the information will be instantly copied to your clipboard. This makes it easy to paste the information into external systems or share it with team members who need access to the same credentials. ![image.png](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/image%2878%29.png) ### Improved Ribbon for Machine Data Sources We've updated the ribbon for editing machine data sources to align with how it's displayed for connectors. This change makes the editing process for machine data sources more intuitive and easier to use. Users can now expect a consistent editing experience when working with both machine data sources and Connectors, reducing the need for additional training or support. ![image.png](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/image%2881%29.png) ### Improved Modals for Machine Data Sources Included in this release are updated modals for creating a machine data source. Specifically, we've replace "Connector" with "Data Source." This change makes the process of creating a machine data source more intuitive and clear. The terminology used in the modals now aligns with the terminology used throughout the platform. Users can expect a consistent experience when creating both connectors and machine data sources. ![image.png](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/image%2882%29.png) ## Apps ### New Default Data Type in Dropdown Menu We’ve implemented a new default data type for single and multi-select dropdown menus. With this update, the default data type for both types of dropdown menus is now text. This change streamlines the process of working with dropdown menus, as users no longer need to manually set the data type for each dropdown. While a simple change, it’s based on user feedback, and we hope you enjoy it. ![image.png](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/image%2879%29.png) ## Minor Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements - Resolved issue with Archived Apps and Folders modal to resulted in the modal displaying “Empty” state rather than the list of archived elements - Resolved issue where folder path would not display correctly for some single item folders - Resolved issue resulting in Y bounds input have a lag and occasional incorrect validation - Update to the new Shop floor v3 page "Make Station" side panel header is no longer sticky and can be closed by the user - Added functionality to move station to another group within the new Shop Floor v3 page ## Full List of Ticket ID included in Release If you are tracking any of these tickets and would like more details, please contact Tulip Customer Support via [support@tulip.co](http://support@tulip.co) or live chat through your instance. PLAT-20391 PLAT-20367 PLAT-20365 PLAT-20361 PLAT-20328 PLAT-20318 PLAT-20307 PLAT-20305 PLAT-20288 PLAT-20285 PLAT-20234 PLAT-20231 PLAT-20220 PLAT-20184 PLAT-20178 PLAT-20124 PLAT-20026 PLAT-20015 PLAT-20002 PLAT-19976 PLAT-19969 PLAT-19922 PLAT-19920 PLAT-19917 PLAT-19915 PLAT-19912 PLAT-19901 PLAT-19803 PLAT-19796 PLAT-19769 PLAT-19753 PLAT-19750 PLAT-19716 PLAT-19580 PLAT-19493 PLAT-19159 PLAT-19094 PLAT-19032 PLAT-19025 PLAT-18895 PLAT-18892 PLAT-18810 PLAT-18809 PLAT-18771 PLAT-18769 PLAT-17401 PLAT-15042 PLAT-14018 PLAT-11492 PLAT-10079 **Analytics** **Analytics** are live updating graphs and metrics calculated based on app data, Table data, and machine data. Analytics can be embedded and dynamically filtered within an application. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/image-1662410510869.png) **Connectors** **Connectors** enable real-time connectivity between your Tulip solution and a transactional system (e.g. an ERP). The output of a Connector Function can be used in Tulip Apps, Automations, and Functions. - **HTTP Connectors** utilize HTTP API endpoints. - **SQL Connectors** can enable connectivity with certain SQL databases. - **MQTT Connectors** can connect to MQTT brokers for machine monitoring. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/7c6ff534-cad3-4fc8-9583-912c4016362f/Images/Documentation/connector.gif)