Main Program Window Overview
The ZEUS program’s main window is your primary working tool. It is designed to provide quick access to all the necessary astrological analysis functions without unnecessary switching.
Main Interface Elements
The interface is divided into several key zones, each serving its own purpose:
- (A) Title Bar — the topmost narrow strip. In addition to the program name and version number, it contains the “Minimize”, “Maximize”, and “Close” buttons, and also duplicates dial data, which can be disabled in Global Settings.
- (B) Main Menu (Menu Bar) — Each of its elements is described in detail in the corresponding sections of the manual. It can be shown/hidden in Global Settings or with the
F3key. - (C) Toolbar — contains quick-launch buttons for various functions and tools (saving a session, opening the database, settings…). Panel settings can be accessed from the context menu. It can be shown/hidden with the
F6key. - (D) Dial Panel — designed for managing each of the 4 dials. It consists of 4 slots, each corresponding to a specific dial. The leftmost slot corresponds to the 1st (Base) dial. Each slot has its own control elements. It can be shown/hidden with the
2key. - (E) Right Panel — can consist of buttons that invoke various program settings or control elements, as well as widgets — the control elements themselves. Panel settings can be accessed from the context menu. It can be shown/hidden with the
3key. - (F) Status Bar — Contains information on various configuration settings. It also allows you to quickly call up windows with these settings. Panel settings can be accessed from the context menu. It can be shown/hidden in Global Settings or with the
F4key. - (G) Left Panel — this panel provides quick access to sessions and the temporary database. It can be shown/hidden with the
1key. - (H) Scene — the main working area where the calculated data is displayed in the form of various graphical or informational elements (astrological charts, geographical map, Celestial Sphere, various tables).