What is a tile in SAP Fiori Launchpad?
In SAP Fiori Launchpad, a tile is a visual representation of an application or function that a user can access. Tiles act like app icons on a smartphone home screen and are used to launch SAP Fiori apps or perform specific tasks.
Key Characteristics of a Tile in SAP Fiori Launchpad:
Entry Point: Tiles are clickable and serve as entry points to applications, reports, or transactions.
Interactive & Informative: Some tiles are dynamic, showing real-time data (e.g., number of open tasks, sales figures), while others are static.
Configurable: Tiles can be customized in terms of title, subtitle, icon, color, and target app.
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Grouped: Tiles are organized into groups and catalogs based on user roles and business functions.
Personalized: Users can personalize their Launchpad by rearranging, adding, or removing tiles (if allowed).
Types of Tiles:
Static Tile: Displays fixed information like an app name and icon.
Dynamic Tile: Shows real-time data (e.g., number of pending approvals).
News Tile: Displays news or updates (less commonly used).
Link Tile: A simpler version of a tile that appears as a text link instead of a visual box.
Example:
A tile labeled "Create Sales Order" with an icon and possibly a number indicating pending sales orders would open the app for creating new sales orders when clicked.