Rearrange Listing Columns
Uncountable users now have the ability to rearrange listing columns by clicking and dragging their headers. Changes are applied immediately, allowing for a customized and streamlined view of your data.
This enhancement provides greater flexibility in organizing your data by enabling you to reposition columns according to your preferences.
New Output Calculation Entity: Matched Criteria for Advanced Filtering
We have introduced a new output calculation entity that allows users to filter data using the “Matched Criteria” setting. This option allows users to filter data based on process parameters and/or recipe metadata from test samples.
To use Matched Criteria in an output calculation:
- Go to the output’s settings page, select “Edit Calculation,” and click “+ Add Entity” to access the Change Output Calculation Component modal.
- Define your output and specify the source from which to pull values, excluding “Experiments Outputs.”
3. Under “Advanced”, select whether to match data based on process parameters or recipe metadata.
4. Click the “Edit” icon and configure which specific process parameters or metadata to match on.
Once configured, on the Enter Measurements page, the output will be calculated based on Matched Criteria. For example, if you filter data to match test sample siblings based on the temperature process parameter, only siblings with the same temperature will be included in the output calculation.
Note: Editing a process parameters or metadata will not automatically update the calculation, users must refresh to see the change.
Intermediates Visibility in Runsheet Exports
Runsheet exports have been updated to provide more detailed information.
Previously, exported runsheets in the expanded ingredients section only displayed compounded ingredients. Now, when you export without compounding, all intermediates will be shown, giving you a clearer and more comprehensive view of your recipe’s structure.
Curve Type Parameters in Runsheet Exports
Curve type process parameters are now fully supported in runsheet exports.
Before this update, these parameters were not included in the exported runsheet. Now all curve data will be visible, ensuring that your runsheets contain complete and accurate information.
Printer-Friendly Black and White Runsheet Exports
A new option for exporting runsheets enables printing in black and white. By default, runsheets often include colored cells, which can be challenging for those using black and white printers.
Admins can now configure runsheets to be exported without color by clicking “Export” and setting the Export Format to “No Color.”
This update makes it easier to print runsheets in a format that suits each user’s printer type or preference.
New Replicate Display Settings on Compare Page
A recent update to the Compare page was introduced to improve how replicates are displayed. Previously, replicates appeared as columns. Now, in Display Settings, replicates can be set to display as rows.
When Replicate Display Mode set to “Default”, when multiple replicates are present they will be displayed in rows. If there is a single replicate, it will continue to appear as a column.
This change mirrors the UI of the Enter Measurements page and provides a more consistent and flexible viewing experience.
Main Column Selection on the Enter Recipe Page
On the Enter Recipe page, Uncountable users can now customize their “main column,” allowing them to set any column calculation as the primary column instead of the default recipe column. This update provides users with greater control over how data is displayed, and convert recipe units more broadly
To set a column calculation as the main column, click the column name and selecting “Mark as Main Column.” The main column will handle all key actions like copy, rename, import, and delete, while the original recipe column shifts to an experiment quantity column that can be hidden.
You can also click and drag the main column to reposition it. To reset the columns to their default state, choose “Reset” from the dropdown menu.
Test Samples Buttons Added to Lab Request Page
Two new buttons have been added to the Lab Request page for easier navigation.
If a lab request includes test samples, clicking the “Test Samples” button under the Measurements section will reveal two additional options: “View Recipes” and “View Measurements.” These buttons provide quick access, taking you directly to the Recipe and Measurement pages for the test samples.
Limiting Workflow Outputs and Output Groups
You can now limit which outputs or output groups can be added to certain experiment types via workflows restrictions in Uncountable. This is especially useful for scenarios like multi-layer panel testing, where liquid tests (i.e., pH, viscosity) need to be performed on the parent recipe. With this update, you can configure workflows to prevent certain outputs or groups from being added to the test samples (and vice versa), ensuring data is stored correctly and users see more relevant fields.
To do so, head to the Edit Workflow page, select your workflow, and configure restrictions using the Output Select Override and Output Groups Select Override options. For more details, check out the Limit Workflow article.
Plotting Enabled for Analytical Method Condition Parameters (AMCPs)
A recent update enables Uncountable users to plot inputs and outputs stored onAMCPs when plotting on the Explore Data page.
- Plotting Inputs: To plot an input (aka an ingredient or process parameter) from an AMCP, select “Condition Parameters” from the dropdown menu. After choosing the condition parameter (i.e. surface), select an Analytical Method option by choosing “Inputs” and the relevant input from the submenu.
Plotting Outputs: When plotting outputs, enter the desired output name in the axis selector. Then, under the Links tab, toggle on “Plot analytical method parameter” and select from the AMCP submenu.
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This update enables users to visualize and analyze data directly from the AMCP, improving your data analysis and decision-making capabilities.
Improved Experiment Group Selection on the Dashboard
We’ve made a recent update to the dashboard behavior when selecting experiments in experiment groups. Previously, when you clicked the “Select All” checkbox for an experiment group, the individual experiments within the group were not automatically selected unless the group was expanded.
Now, when you select the “Select All” checkbox for an experiment group, all experiments within the group will be included, even if the group is not expanded. This ensures a more intuitive selection process.
Support for Multiple Date Formats on the Enter Recipe Page
Uncountable now supports multiple date formats on the Enter Recipe page, accommodating various regional preferences. Previously, dates had to be entered in the US format, but with this update, users can now input dates according to their local format.
When entering a date, clicking on the cell will display a window with a list of available date formats based on your region. Other features, such as the “set to now” function (accessible by clicking the clock icon) and the “clear” option (via the X icon), remain unchanged.
Updated Calculation Column Selection on Enter Recipe Page
Improvements to the way users select calculation columns on the Enter Recipe page have been introduced to reduce clutter for customers who use a large number of calculations. Previously, calculations were chosen from a dropdown menu, but having too many calculations led to some options being clipped off.
Now, users can click “Calculations” and select “Select Calculation Columns,” which opens a modal displaying all available calculations. Within this modal, users can search, filter, and easily add or remove columns. Additionally, the “Toggle by Tag” feature allows for bulk adding of calculations associated with a specific tag.
Live Update Mode for Notebooks and Dashboard Notebooks
A new feature within Uncountable’s Notebook and Dashboard Notebook tools supports periodic data refreshes, ensuring that listings and visualizations stay up-to-date.
To use this feature, select “Toggle Live Mode” from the File menu within your Notebook. This enables Live Update mode, where the Notebook refreshes automatically every five minutes. A banner at the top of the screen will display the Last Update Time and the Next Update Time. Users also have the option to manually refresh the data at any time by clicking “Refresh Now.”
Run Rules in Notebook Visualizations
Run Rules have been introduced to the Uncountable Notebook and Notebook Dashboard visualizations, providing a way to monitor and enforce statistical standards during R&D processes.
When testing whether data points fall within certain parameters, industries often rely on specific statistical standards, such as SQC and ASTM. Run Rules help identify points that fall outside these statistical norms.
Enable Run Rules by clicking the cog icon within a Notebook visualization and selecting “Control Settings.” From there, select from the SQC and ASTM multi-select menus. Once added, data points that violate run rules will be marked on the graph and hovering over them will display which rules were violated. Additionally, a table displayed beneath the visualization provides a detailed summary of any violations.
Enhanced Experiment Copying Options on the Enter Recipe Page
Several improvements have been introduced to the way experiments can be copied on the Enter Recipe page. Users now have the option to “Copy Active Experiment,” which duplicates the experiment being worked on, or “Copy All Experiments”, which copies all experiments in view.
Additionally, when copying an experiment that includes an ingredient with “Autofill” behavior, a new advanced setting within the Copy Experiment modal allows you to “Convert Autofill to Standard Behavior”, removing the autofill behavior for the copied experiments.
New Relative Properties Feature for Numeric Output Spec Goals
The new “Relative Properties” feature for numeric output spec goals offers enhanced flexibility in goal setting. You can now add relative properties to a spec by clicking on the spec goal on the Spec page and selecting “Configure Relative Properties” from the dropdown menu.
Where specs were previously limited to numeric values or ranges, you can now select a calculation under the “Property” header to serve as a relative property. The spec goal will then be displayed as a base value plus the chosen calculation. For example, if “Amount of Filler” is selected, the spec goal will be shown as the base value plus “Amount of Filler,” allowing for a more dynamic and adaptable approach to managing goals.
Updated UI for Adding Condition Parameters to Output Filters
The user interface for adding condition parameters to output filters has been updated for a more streamlined experience.
Previously, the window featured two sides with similar functions—one with a dropdown menu and another displaying available parameters. The new design consolidates this into a single, more efficient interface, migrating the functionality to the right side.
Users with existing saved filters can continue using the old parameters until they are removed; after which, they will need to switch to the updated filter selections. This update aims to simplify parameter selection and improve overall usability.
New user interface when adding condition parameters to output filters, featuring a more consolidated design.
Enhanced Output Groups and Test Samples Differentiation in Lab Requests
Lab requests now feature improved visual differentiation between output groups and test samples. Previously, indentation under measurements was the primary method for distinguishing between these elements.
The updated interface introduces a colored border to clearly indicate test samples, with different colors used to distinguish between them. Output groups, in contrast, remain without borders. Nested test samples also utilize a slightly lighter border color to signify their nested status, enhancing clarity and within lab requests.
Enhanced Edit Workflow Page with Structured Listing Control
The Edit Workflow page has been upgraded to a structured listing control. While the functionality remains the same, the new layout offers a neater and more standardized user interface consistent with the rest of the platform.
Edit an individual workflow step by accessing the step’s dropdown menu (“…”) and selecting “Edit Workflow Step”, opening a sidepanel for configuration. Alternatively, click the blue “Edit Workflow” button to access the overall workflow editor.
The Edit Workflow page now features a structured listing, from which users can edit workflow steps and the overall workflow.
New Warning System for Inventory Limit Violations
Warnings have been added for inventory limit violations, by laboratory location. By default, this feature is turned off but can be activated for individual labs under “Lab Settings” within “Company-Wide Settings.”
When enabled, the system will display inventory limit warnings for specific labs and ingredients. If inventory is moved in a way that breaches a limit, a warning will appear notifying that the action will exceed the inventory limit. If multiple limits are violated, all relevant warnings will be shown. Note that the warning will only trigger the first time a violation occurs; subsequent actions that continue to exceed the limit will not prompt additional warnings.
Improved Time Series Stage Management in Visualizations
Improvements to the time series stage visualization page have been introduced to make configuration more efficient. Previously, users had to scroll through all relevant stages in the “Select Stages” dropdown menu, which could be cumbersome for users with many inactive stages.
Now, time series stages not actively used can be archived. To archive a stage, go to the time series stage listing, edit the individual stage by clicking the pencil icon, and select the “Archive” checkbox. Archived stages will no longer appear in the “Select Stages” dropdown on the time series visualization configuration page. Additionally, admins have the option to create new time series stages directly from the time series listing by selecting “Create New Stage.”
Archiving unused stages prevents clutter in the “Select Stages” dropdown menu when configuring time series visualizations.
Add Lines to Graphs on the Explore Visualizations Page
The Explore Visualizations page now supports advanced line customization, allowing users to add various types of lines, such as annotation lines, directly to their graphs.
To add a line to your visualization, select the Add Line button. Within this modal, users can add information such as axis intercept, line direction, style, color, thickness, and a label. This enhancement provides more options for highlighting and detailing key data points.
Default Lead Assignment for Output Groups
A new feature, default lead assignment, has been added to the Output Group page. Similar to configuring a default Duration for Tasks, this update allows you to set a default lead for the output group.
To add a default lead, navigate to the output group page and select from the Default Lead dropdown menu. When setting up a task in a lab request, adding that output group will now automatically add the lead as the assignee, simplifying the process of task assignment for lab requests.
Autofill Lots Based on Inventory Amount Selection
A new feature has been introduced to streamline entering Inventory Amount and Lots data on the Enter Recipe page.
When selecting an Inventory Amount, the system will now automatically autofill the corresponding Lots. This enhancement simplifies the process of associating lots with inventory amounts, making it easier to ensure accurate and consistent data entry.
Barcode Scanning for Product Selection
Barcode scanning has been added to the Enter Recipe page when Products are used to define inputs.
When the product selection field is empty, you’ll now see a barcode icon– clicking this icon opens the barcode modal. If the field already has a value, access the barcode scanner by opening the cell’s dropdown menu and selecting “Barcode Scanner.”
Within the barcode modal, tap the camera icon to scan barcodes directly with your device’s camera. Additionally, we’ve also added a text field for using a hardware scanner wherever barcodes are accepted.
New Ingredient Inventory History Page Features
We’ve recently revamped Uncountable’s Inventory History page by converting it into a listing and adding a plot view.
Now, from an ingredient’s individual Inventory History page, users can search, sort, and add and adjust filters such as Location, Lab, and Units. Adding filters updates the listing and the associated plot update in real-time, enabling better tracking and visual analysis of the ingredient’s history.
New Ingredient Subcategory Swap Behavior
A new subcategory feature has been introduced to support swapping ingredients within the same subcategory, as a step to change and improve the chemically similar ingredients functionality.
By default, ingredient subcategories swap behavior are set as not available. To enable this feature, navigate to the Ingredient Subcategory page, and select “Swap Available” for the desired ingredient subcategory under the Swap Behavior column. Now, from the Enter Recipe page, users can click on an ingredient, select “Swap (Ingredient Subcategory)”, and select another ingredient from the dropdown menu.
This functionality has been introduced in an effort to move away from the previous “similar ingredients” concept, instead linking ingredients through subcategories.
Test Sample Link Type Added for Output Calculations
Uncountable users can now add a Test Sample Siblings link type when configuring an output calculation, allowing values to be pulled automatically from sibling samples within the same parent experiment.
To do so, navigate to the Output details page and click Edit Calculation > Edit. Under “Pull Values From”, select “Test Sample Siblings”. Now, when adding the calculation to an Enter Measurement page, it will reference all sibling test samples within the experiment.
In the example below, an “Average Specific Gravity Among Test Sample Siblings” is used to determine the average specific gravity of three test samples derived from the same parent experiment.
