Entering a Question about Databases within a Folder to Build Your Own Widget

In Lucy, you can type in a question related to existing databases within in a folder to create your very own widget. The system then pulls out the answers from the data in those databases and turns them into a cool visual widget for you.

Imagine we have a database storing asset information, and now, our goal is to create a widget visualising the count of operational assets for each asset category in a pie chart.

We can simply type in our question, and generate a pie chart to display the result on a widget. Additionally, the system will automatically select the suitable database(s) based on the question asked to generate the desired result.

Building a Widget by Typing a Question

Let’s see how to build a widget by typing a question.

1. On the app homepage, head to the My Work tab on the left sidebar.

2. All the folders you have created, as well as those created by others, will be listed.

3. If you cannot locate the folder in the list, type in the folder name under Search Folders.

4. Click on the folder you wish to open.

5. Go to the Ask me something tab.

6. Type in the desired question in the box.

7. Hit Enter. The answer to the question will be displayed on a widget.

8. Click Customise button to open the widget on the widget designer page.

Built widget preview

The information presented on the generated widget will depend on the data volume within databases and the field names you specify in those databases.

Watch this video to gain more insights on building a widget by entering a question related to databases within a folder.