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Using MARY Desktop

This guide covers the basic usage of the MARY Desktop application and provides an overview of its key features.

Getting Started​

After installing MARY Desktop, launch the application to begin. You'll be presented with a welcome screen where you can:

  • Create a new project
  • Open an existing project
  • Connect to a remote repository
  • Access recent projects

Workspace Overview​

The MARY Desktop workspace is organized into several key areas:

  • Project Explorer - Navigate your project files and resources
  • Workflow Canvas - Design and visualize your workflows
  • Properties Panel - Configure settings for selected items
  • Console - View output and logs
  • Extensions - Manage and configure extensions

Project Management​

Creating a New Project​

  1. Click the "New Project" button on the welcome screen or select File > New Project
  2. Choose a project template or start from scratch
  3. Configure project settings and select a location to save
  4. Click "Create" to generate your new project

Opening Existing Projects​

  1. Click "Open Project" on the welcome screen or select File > Open Project
  2. Browse to your project directory
  3. Select the project file and click "Open"

Workflow Automation​

The workflow automation features allow you to:

  • Create visual workflows with a drag-and-drop interface
  • Connect actions and triggers with conditional logic
  • Schedule automated tasks
  • Monitor execution status in real-time

Integration Capabilities​

MARY Desktop seamlessly integrates with:

  • Version control systems (Git, SVN)
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Project management tools
  • Code editors and IDEs

Settings and Preferences​

Customize your MARY Desktop experience through the Settings panel:

  1. Click on the gear icon or select File > Settings
  2. Configure your preferences for:
    • UI appearance and theme
    • Default project settings
    • Connection preferences
    • Performance options

Keyboard Shortcuts​

MARY Desktop offers numerous keyboard shortcuts to enhance productivity:

ActionWindowsmacOS
New ProjectCtrl+N⌘+N
Open ProjectCtrl+O⌘+O
SaveCtrl+S⌘+S
Run WorkflowF5F5
SettingsCtrl+,⌘+,