# Operator Control View

The Operator Control view is a streamlined interface intended for the person running the show. It hides the composition editor and exposes only the tools needed to execute cues and manage playback.

**URL:** `http://<engine-ip>:8123/control`

![Operator control view](/files/JS5kFcMLvBNpAgAn7T8H)

## Sections

### Transport

Large, clear play/stop/pause buttons with the current timecode displayed prominently. Designed to be usable at a glance in a dimly lit venue.

### Cue List

All cues from the project are shown as a vertical list. The current cue is highlighted.

* **Click** a cue to execute it immediately.
* **Space** or **Go** button advances to the next cue.
* **Cue status indicators** show whether a cue is pending, active, or complete.

### Screen Status

A compact grid shows the current state of each output screen: playing, stopped, or in error.

## Keyboard Shortcuts (Control View)

| Key         | Action                |
| ----------- | --------------------- |
| `Space`     | Execute next cue (Go) |
| `Backspace` | Step back one cue     |
| `Escape`    | Stop all playback     |
| `0–9`       | Jump to cue number    |

## Sharing with the Operator

The control view is a standard web page — no installation needed on the operator's machine. Share the URL via your venue network. Any modern browser on a laptop, tablet, or phone works.

> **Security note:** The control view has no built-in authentication. Use your network firewall or a VPN to restrict access to trusted devices.


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