# Ignition

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## [ABSLCTransport issue](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/abslctransport-issue/86931)

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**Author:** [@CTrenkamp](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/CTrenkamp)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 8:39pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/abslctransport-issue/86931 "2025-09-08T20:39:54Z")

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My gateway log is filling up with this warning but I do not have any SLC offline or any other connection issue. Anybody seen this before. I looked in the wrapper logs but did not see much more than what you see here.

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## [Studio 5000 tag array discriptions](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/studio-5000-tag-array-discriptions/110322)

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**Author:** [@abrinkley87](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/abrinkley87)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 8:28pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/studio-5000-tag-array-discriptions/110322 "2025-09-08T20:28:55Z")

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Working with Studio 5000. V24. Compact logix. So I’m importing tags from a controller (that someone previously designed an Indusoft web studio SCADA for), but am unable to get the tag descriptions for. I need the contro…

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## [Logging User Nane](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/logging-user-nane/110460)

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**Author:** [@Alfred\_Thayer](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Alfred_Thayer)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 7:58pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/logging-user-nane/110460 "2025-09-08T19:58:23Z")

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How do I log the current User using a Transaction Group

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## [Remote Tag Provider updates tags slower than Realtime Tag Provider](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/remote-tag-provider-updates-tags-slower-than-realtime-tag-provider/84029)

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**Author:** [@Jeremy\_Edwards](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Jeremy_Edwards)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 6:01pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/remote-tag-provider-updates-tags-slower-than-realtime-tag-provider/84029 "2025-09-08T18:01:09Z")

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I have a real-time tag provider that is updating a tag at 100ms. When looking in the remote tag provider it is updating at 1s. Is there a way to speed up the rate that the real-time tag provider updates the remote tag …

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## [\[BUG?\] Tab Strip tabData Custom Column Deleted When Adding Tab with Customizer](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/bug-tab-strip-tabdata-custom-column-deleted-when-adding-tab-with-customizer/110454)

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**Author:** [@amarks](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/amarks)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 5:17pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/bug-tab-strip-tabdata-custom-column-deleted-when-adding-tab-with-customizer/110454 "2025-09-08T17:17:03Z")

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I have added a custom column to the tabData dataset property on this tab strip component. When I use the customizer to add a new tab to the tab strip it deletes the custom column. So, I must resort to adding the tab manu…

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## [Can Ignition read data directly from remote I/O communication module?](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/can-ignition-read-data-directly-from-remote-i-o-communication-module/110381)

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**Author:** [@jburkhalter](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/jburkhalter)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 5:11pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/can-ignition-read-data-directly-from-remote-i-o-communication-module/110381 "2025-09-08T17:11:48Z")

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For example, given a remote I/O set with an EtherNet/IP communication module, can Ignition read the I/O values directly from the communication module, or is a PLC processor required? Thanks!

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## [Perspective Timeseries Chart Column Coloring](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/perspective-timeseries-chart-column-coloring/110421)

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**Author:** [@Noah\_Casey](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Noah_Casey)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 4:04pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/perspective-timeseries-chart-column-coloring/110421 "2025-09-08T16:04:52Z")

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Hello everyone, I'm hoping to get some assistance with a chart modification I'm working on. I’d like to color-code each bar in my timeseries chart based on specific logic. However, I haven’t been able to find a built-i…

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## [V7 to V8 upgrade scripting question](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/v7-to-v8-upgrade-scripting-question/105726)

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**Author:** [@daniel.libby](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/daniel.libby)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 3:55pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/v7-to-v8-upgrade-scripting-question/105726 "2025-09-08T15:55:13Z")

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Hi everyone, I am looking for some advice on an Ignition V7 to V8 upgrade. I've done this upgrade multiple times without any major issues, but I have a somewhat unique situation. I have a potential client that wants to u…

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## [Vertical Alignment of Values Inside Pie Chart](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/vertical-alignment-of-values-inside-pie-chart/110383)

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**Author:** [@ARIFRAHUMAN\_A](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/ARIFRAHUMAN_A)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 3:45pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/vertical-alignment-of-values-inside-pie-chart/110383 "2025-09-08T15:45:01Z")

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In the pie chart, is there any option to change the vertical alignment of the values displayed inside the chart? Has anyone done this before? Please give me an idea or suggestion.

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## [Timeseries chart time axis tick count not working](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/timeseries-chart-time-axis-tick-count-not-working/110432)

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**Author:** [@Eugene49](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Eugene49)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 3:38pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/timeseries-chart-time-axis-tick-count-not-working/110432 "2025-09-08T15:38:58Z")

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I’d like the timeseries chart to be screen size responsive. Setting x-axis tickCount to auto does not work as expected. That is, number of ticks will be same number regardless chart width is big or small. Any way to…

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## [How do I replace the map with its equivalent expression?](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/how-do-i-replace-the-map-with-its-equivalent-expression/110429)

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**Author:** [@gbalarez](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/gbalarez)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/how-do-i-replace-the-map-with-its-equivalent-expression/110429 "2025-09-08T12:10:08Z")

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How do I replace the map with its equivalent expression? I tried case, switch, if, and I got an error.

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## [Data getting round off in ignition while connecting to Oracle Database](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/data-getting-round-off-in-ignition-while-connecting-to-oracle-database/110439)

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**Author:** [@mohan.raikwar](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/mohan.raikwar)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 12:02pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/data-getting-round-off-in-ignition-while-connecting-to-oracle-database/110439 "2025-09-08T12:02:31Z")

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Hello Team, I am facing issue in fetching the values from Oracle database. Values are getting round off while integrating oracle database to ignition. Value in Oracle database of sample column: 1.0008 Value in Igniti…

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## [What email address goes in "From Address" field for email notifications?](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/what-email-address-goes-in-from-address-field-for-email-notifications/110434)

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**Author:** [@4johnjunji](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/4johnjunji)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2025, 8:48pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/what-email-address-goes-in-from-address-field-for-email-notifications/110434 "2025-09-07T20:48:38Z")

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I'm testing alarm email notifications and confused about the "From Address" field in the Notification Block. Simple questions: What email address should I put here for testing? Does this address need to be registe…

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## [Timeseries chart y-axis color](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/timeseries-chart-y-axis-color/110424)

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**Author:** [@Eugene49](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Eugene49)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2025, 11:14pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/timeseries-chart-y-axis-color/110424 "2025-09-06T23:14:43Z")

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I tried every color setting but cannot change color of y-axis. lol. Help me please.

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## [Changing Valve Color](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/changing-valve-color/110427)

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**Author:** [@MOHAMMED\_MUSAMMIL](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/MOHAMMED_MUSAMMIL)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2025, 1:16pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/changing-valve-color/110427 "2025-09-06T13:16:24Z")

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Hi Guys...I have a doubt. I need to change the valve color based on the tags (Run,Fault,etc.). I'm Using nested IF expressions, but since the valve has too many elements. I can't manage it all in one expression.

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## [Best Practice for Allen Bradley UDT Tag Structure?](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/best-practice-for-allen-bradley-udt-tag-structure/110423)

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**Author:** [@Chanse\_Meyer](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Chanse_Meyer)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2025, 1:10pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/best-practice-for-allen-bradley-udt-tag-structure/110423 "2025-09-06T13:10:27Z")

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I’m looking to create better comms between Ignition and my Allen Bradley PLC, specifically in the area of optimized PLC tag structuring. I’ve read many posts about optimizing comms, but I can’t quite find exactly what I’…

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## [Error when dynamic popup loads](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/error-when-dynamic-popup-loads/110405)

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**Author:** [@Thanya\_Gangesh](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Thanya_Gangesh)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2025, 5:36am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/error-when-dynamic-popup-loads/110405 "2025-09-06T05:36:17Z")

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Hi, I have created a script in the project library for dynamic popup to which I send parameters such that my popup view is rendered according to the parameters on clicking a button. But the problem is, there seems to be …

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## [Query Returns Invalid Column Index](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/query-returns-invalid-column-index/110422)

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**Author:** [@carter.doud](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/carter.doud)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2025, 12:51am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/query-returns-invalid-column-index/110422 "2025-09-06T00:51:26Z")

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I am setting up a couple of named queries to run a database. I have a table made, but when I try to execute the query below, I get an error saying invalid column index This is the table I am trying to insert into I…

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## [Using React.js to create pages and views](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/using-react-js-to-create-pages-and-views/110419)

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**Author:** [@urvish.rathi](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/urvish.rathi)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 8:28pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/using-react-js-to-create-pages-and-views/110419 "2025-09-05T20:28:57Z")

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I’ve heard that perspective using React behind the scenes to create and render different views and pages. I was wondering if its possible to build/develop entire pages in React to use with Ignition Perspective. If so, ho…

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## [Table Query Binding returns Error\_Exception](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/table-query-binding-returns-error-exception/110420)

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**Author:** [@Michael\_Perry](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Michael_Perry)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 8:24pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/table-query-binding-returns-error-exception/110420 "2025-09-05T20:24:24Z")

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Issues with Table Data Queries

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## [Automatic resizing of container depending on number of active alarms](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/automatic-resizing-of-container-depending-on-number-of-active-alarms/110330)

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**Author:** [@Luke\_Smith1](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Luke_Smith1)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 6:12pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/automatic-resizing-of-container-depending-on-number-of-active-alarms/110330 "2025-09-05T18:12:52Z")

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Hello, I have an overview page that I am making and would like each system to show active alarms, if there are any. Currently, I ahve it working, but for aethetics would like the container holding the alarm status table…

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## [Unable to fire model event fetchSeriesData for](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/unable-to-fire-model-event-fetchseriesdata-for/110400)

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**Author:** [@Herman\_Lundberg](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Herman_Lundberg)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 4:43pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/unable-to-fire-model-event-fetchseriesdata-for/110400 "2025-09-05T16:43:10Z")

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Hi! I have an error with a view containing some powercharts and tag bindings. There are four powercharts and 1-4 of them freeze quite often where only a refresh of the webpage fixes it. The webpage is display on a smart…

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## [Styling for dropdown placeholder](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/styling-for-dropdown-placeholder/110411)

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**Author:** [@rob.claassen](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/rob.claassen)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 4:37pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/styling-for-dropdown-placeholder/110411 "2025-09-05T16:37:50Z")

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Is there a way to style the placeholder text for the dropdown component? Same goes for the search text that a user enters. We are developing a mobile-friendly version of a view, but each component automatically zooms in…

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## [Adding multiple parameters together in an expression tag not working](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/adding-multiple-parameters-together-in-an-expression-tag-not-working/110394)

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**Author:** [@GaryL](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/GaryL)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 3:33pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/adding-multiple-parameters-together-in-an-expression-tag-not-working/110394 "2025-09-05T15:33:53Z")

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Im attempting to indirectly address structures of strings in a UDT tag("\[edge\]P1\_540\_PLC/UnitId 1/1\_INT100-1\_INT1000/1\_INT" + ({Pump\_IntNumber} + {Interval\_Count})) I have a list of modbus addresses 100, 200, 300, etc …

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## [Tag Value Changed Script : only works with override](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/tag-value-changed-script-only-works-with-override/110410)

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**Author:** [@Stef\_Van\_Poucke](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Stef_Van_Poucke)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 1:38pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/tag-value-changed-script-only-works-with-override/110410 "2025-09-05T13:38:14Z")

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Dear experts. I have a UDT with a tag value changed script. When I create an instance of this UDT the script doesn’t get executed (I start with a log.trace) When I override the Value Changed script but don’t make any …

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## [Comma decimal edit table cell turns to dot](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/comma-decimal-edit-table-cell-turns-to-dot/109523)

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**Author:** [@mmadariaga](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/mmadariaga)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 1:30pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/comma-decimal-edit-table-cell-turns-to-dot/109523 "2025-09-05T13:30:49Z")

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I'm not sure whether this is a bug or an intended feature. I have a table column with decimal values that are correctly displayed using commas. However, when I double-click to edit a cell, the comma changes to a dot, and…

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## [Problem with restore gateway backup](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/problem-with-restore-gateway-backup/110401)

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**Author:** [@Pandiani](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Pandiani)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 1:25pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/problem-with-restore-gateway-backup/110401 "2025-09-05T13:25:28Z")

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Hello, I’m very new to Ignition SCADA and no previous experience. I have watched few basic intro videos on YT and I have installed Standard trial version 8.1.49. I am provided with .gwbk backup file made in version 8.1.…

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## [Property Panel Not Working](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/property-panel-not-working/110409)

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**Author:** [@monty.sibery](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/monty.sibery)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 1:02pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/property-panel-not-working/110409 "2025-09-05T13:02:52Z")

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I am having a problem with Designer. My property panel, components tab and some other panels will not pop up even with them selected. Also Designer will not exit. I have to close it with task manager. Any help would be a…

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## [Ignition Perspective - Custom Progress Bar Layout in Flex Container](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-perspective-custom-progress-bar-layout-in-flex-container/110204)

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**Author:** [@ARIFRAHUMAN\_A](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/ARIFRAHUMAN_A)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 12:57pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-perspective-custom-progress-bar-layout-in-flex-container/110204 "2025-09-05T12:57:20Z")

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I developed this chart, but I couldn’t find any built-in Perspective component that matches it. I need to create a progress bar similar to this. I tried using a Flex Container with a Label component inside a Flex Rep…

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## [Ignition Designer seems to be frozen](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-designer-seems-to-be-frozen/110404)

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**Author:** [@andy.hernandez](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/andy.hernandez)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 12:35pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-designer-seems-to-be-frozen/110404 "2025-09-05T12:35:03Z")

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Ignition Vision: I’m hoping someone can help me. I’m using Ignition Designer, but it seems to be frozen. I’ve tried power cycling the computer and restarting Ignition Designer several times, but it remains stuck. There’…

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