Customizing AtmosTrack for Your Needs

AtmosTrack lets you personalize your experience to work exactly the way you need it. This guide covers the settings you can change to make your daily work more efficient.

Accessing Your Settings

How to Get There:

1. Click on your name or avatar in the top navigation bar
2. Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu
3. You'll see several tabs for different types of settings

Personal Information Settings

Your Profile

What You Can Update:

• Your Display Name: How your name appears to other users
• Language Preference: Choose your preferred language
• Identity Information: View your employee ID and hospital details

How to Change Your Name:

1. Go to the "General" tab in Settings
2. Click the edit button next to your name
3. Type your preferred display name
4. Click "Save" to confirm the change

Language Selection

Available Languages:

• English: Default international language
• Suomi: For Finnish hospitals and staff
• Eesti: For Estonian healthcare facilities
• العربية (Arabic): With right-to-left text support

How to Change Language:

1. In Settings, find the "Language" dropdown
2. Select your preferred language
3. The interface updates immediately
4. Your choice is saved automatically for next time

Language Benefits:

• All menus and buttons appear in your chosen language
• Date and time formats match your region
• Number formatting follows local conventions
• Help text and messages appear in your language

Software Updates

Understanding Updates

What Updates Include:

• New features to make your work easier
• Security improvements for data protection
• Bug fixes for smoother operation
• Performance improvements for faster scanning

Update Channels:

• Stable: Thoroughly tested updates (recommended for most users)
• Beta: Early access to new features (for advanced users)

Managing Updates

Current Version Information:

• See what version of AtmosTrack you're using
• Check when it was last updated
• View your current update channel (Stable or Beta)

Checking for Updates:

1. Go to the "Updates" tab in Settings
2. Click "Check for Updates" button
3. System will search for new versions
4. Follow prompts to install if updates are available

Choosing Your Update Channel:

• Choose Stable If: You want reliable, tested software
• Choose Beta If: You want to try new features early and don't mind occasional issues

Printer and Label Settings

Setting Up Your Printer

Initial Printer Setup:

1. Go to the Debug page (for administrators)
2. Find the "Label Printing" section
3. Click "Refresh" to find available printers
4. Select your barcode label printer from the list

Recommended Printers:

• Intermec PF8T for standard hospital labels
• Any printer that supports 4cm x 6cm labels
• Thermal transfer printers work best

Label Printing Options

Basic Settings:

• Employee Name: Your name appears on printed labels
• Date Format: Automatic date stamping
• Barcode Type: Code 128 format for maximum compatibility

Advanced Options (for supervisors):

• Print Quality: Adjust darkness and clarity
• Label Size: Confirm 4cm x 6cm dimensions
• Orientation: Portrait mode for standard labels

Notification and Alert Settings

What Notifications You Receive

Types of Alerts:

• Missing instruments in containers
• Equipment maintenance reminders
• Quality control warnings
• System status updates

Managing Notifications:

• Turn on/off specific alert types
• Choose how alerts are displayed
• Set priority levels for different notifications
• Customize alert sounds (if available)

Troubleshooting and Support

Debug Tools (For Technical Issues)

When to Use Debug Tools:

• Login problems with barcode or Microsoft account
• Printer not working correctly
• Software running slowly
• Scanner not responding

Basic Troubleshooting:

1. Go to Settings → Debug tab
2. Try "Refresh Token" if login issues occur
3. Use "Clear Cache" if system seems slow
4. Test printer functionality if labels won't print

When to Contact Support:

• Debug tools don't solve the problem
• Error messages you don't understand
• Equipment hardware issues
• Need help with new features

Getting Help

Internal Support:

• Ask your shift supervisor for policy questions
• Contact your hospital's IT department for technical issues
• Check with the CSSD manager for workflow questions

System Support:

• Built-in help tooltips throughout the interface
• Step-by-step guides for common tasks
• Error messages with helpful suggestions
• Documentation and training materials

Privacy and Security Settings

Session Security

How AtmosTrack Protects Your Work:

• Automatic logout after inactivity
• Secure session management
• Protection against unauthorized access
• Safe data transmission

What You Can Control:

• Session timeout preferences (if available)
• Login method preferences
• Device authorization settings

Data Privacy

Your Information:

• AtmosTrack only stores work-related information
• Personal data is protected according to hospital policies
• Activity logs help with quality assurance
• No personal information is shared outside your hospital

Optimizing Your Experience

Performance Tips

For Faster Operation:

• Keep your browser updated
• Clear cache occasionally through Settings
• Close unnecessary browser tabs
• Ensure good network connection

For Better Scanning:

• Keep scanner clean and charged
• Position barcodes clearly under scanner light
• Scan at steady, moderate speed
• Report damaged barcodes to maintenance

Workflow Customization

Making AtmosTrack Work for You:

• Set your preferred language before starting work
• Configure your printer settings once and save them
• Learn keyboard shortcuts for faster navigation
• Customize notification settings for your role

Team Coordination:

• Ensure all team members use consistent settings
• Share best practices for efficient settings
• Coordinate printer and scanner setups
• Maintain consistent language choices for shared workstations

Backup and Recovery

Settings Backup

What Gets Saved:

• Your language preferences
• Notification settings
• Printer configurations
• Personal customizations

Automatic Saving:

• Settings are saved automatically when changed
• Preferences persist across browser sessions
• Settings sync across devices when you log in
• No manual backup required for personal settings

Recovery Options

If Settings Are Lost:

• Log out and log back in to restore settings
• Contact IT support if preferences don't restore
• Reconfigure printers if hardware settings are lost
• Re-select language if interface appears in wrong language

Best Practices for Settings Management

For Individual Users

Recommended Settings:

• Choose your native language for best understanding
• Select Stable update channel for reliability
• Configure printer settings once and test thoroughly
• Keep notification settings appropriate for your role

For Supervisors and Managers

Team-wide Considerations:

• Standardize language choices for shared workstations
• Coordinate printer setups across shifts
• Establish update policies for department computers
• Train staff on personal settings management

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure consistent settings don't affect tracking accuracy
• Monitor update rollouts for any issues
• Maintain backup procedures for critical settings
• Document standard configurations for new employees