> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.bluefletch.com/bluefletch-enterprise/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.bluefletch.com/bluefletch-enterprise/product-guides/bluefletch-launcher-for-windows/configurable-desktop.md).

# Configurable Desktop

Configurable desktop enables administrators to customize and secure desktop screens across workforce devices. It defines how apps, shortcuts, tools, and device behaviors are organized and accessed, aligning with user roles and meeting specific operational needs.

### <mark style="color:$primary;">The Desktop</mark> <a href="#the-desktop" id="the-desktop"></a>

* Icons are laid out in columns and open on **double-click**.
* Configuration layout items with `contents` render as a **folder**; double-clicking opens a window with its nested items.&#x20;
* The Launcher version is shown in the corner of the desktop (this is also the [admin mode](https://file+.vscode-resource.vscode-cdn.net/c%3A/Users/Lesly/Documents/repos/bfe-windows-authentication-agent/docs/security-and-safety.md#admin-mode) entry point).
* With `emsSupportTool.showSystemInfoOnDesktop: true`, the computer name and IP address are displayed on the desktop for easy identification during support calls.

#### Defining App Groups

The recommended way to set up layouts is to set up **application groups** which are logical groupings of your applications based on your IDP user groups/roles. For example:

```json
"layouts" : {
    "Managers":[ ... apps related to managers ... ],
    "Associates":[ ... apps related to associates ... ],
    "Receiving ": [ ... apps available to Receiving ... ]
},
```

Visit [Layouts](https://docs.bluefletch.com/bluefletch-enterprise/product-guides/bluefletch-launcher-for-windows/technical-guide#layouts) page for details on how to define application objects and application folders inside layout groups.

### <mark style="color:$primary;">The Taskbar</mark> <a href="#the-taskbar" id="the-taskbar"></a>

* Running applications appear on the taskbar with their icons; clicking one brings its window to the foreground.
* Right-clicking a running app shows its open windows and any custom action configured via the application's `rightClickMenu` (see [Application Object](https://docs.bluefletch.com/bluefletch-enterprise/product-guides/bluefletch-launcher-for-windows/technical-guide#application-object)).
* The right side shows the signed-in user's name, plus Support Console, **Log Out** and **Lock** buttons (or **Sign In** on the Open Zone desktop).&#x20;
* Clicking the clock opens a calendar.


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