User Settings and Preferences

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User Settings and Preferences

MONTON provides comprehensive user settings that allow you to personalize your experience, configure preferences, and manage your account information. These settings help optimize your workflow and customize the interface to your needs.

Accessing User Settings

Primary access methods:

  • User menu: Click your profile avatar in the top-right corner
  • Direct navigation: Go to User > Settings in the sidebar
  • Quick access: Use keyboard shortcut (if configured)

Settings Organization

Settings categories:

  • Profile Information: Personal details and contact information
  • Account Security: Password and security settings
  • Interface Preferences: Theme, language, and display options
  • Notification Settings: Alert and communication preferences

Profile Information

Personal Details

Basic Information

Editable profile fields:

  • Name: Your name (required)
  • Email Address: Primary email (used for login)
  • Job Title: Your position or role title

Profile Photo

Avatar management:

  • Upload photo: Add personal profile picture
  • Photo requirements: Supported formats (JPG, PNG, GIF)
  • Size limits: Maximum file size restrictions

Professional Information

Role and Responsibilities

Work-related details:

  • Current role: Your organizational role (read-only)
  • Start date: Employment or engagement start date

Account Security

Password Management

Changing Password

Password update process:

  1. Navigate to security settings
  2. Click “Change Password”
  3. Enter current password
  4. Enter new password (must meet requirements)
  5. Confirm new password
  6. Save changes

Password requirements:

  • Length: 8-12 characters
  • Complexity: At least one uppercase letter and number
  • Uniqueness: Different from previous passwords
  • Security: Strong password recommendations

Security Best Practices

Password security tips:

  • Use unique passwords for each service
  • Include mix of letters, numbers, and symbols
  • Avoid personal information in passwords
  • Consider using a password manager
  • Change passwords regularly

Interface Preferences

Theme and Appearance

Theme Selection

Visual theme options:

  • Light theme: Bright, clean interface for daytime use
  • Dark theme: Reduced eye strain for low-light environments
  • System theme: Automatically match device preferences

Language and Localization

Language Settings

Internationalization options:

  • Interface language: Primary application language

Regional Settings

Localization preferences:

  • Currency: Primary currency for financial displays

Notification Settings

Email Notifications

Notification Categories

Email alert types:

  • Project updates: Project status and milestone notifications
  • Task assignments: New task assignments and updates
  • Time approvals: Timesheet approval status changes
  • Team communications: Team announcements and messages
  • System alerts: Important system notifications

In-App Notifications

Real-Time Alerts

Application notifications:

  • Desktop notifications: Browser-based alerts
  • Sound alerts: Audio notification preferences
  • Visual indicators: Badge counts and highlights
  • Notification center: Centralized notification management

Troubleshooting Settings

Common Issues

Settings not saving

  • Check internet connection stability
  • Verify you have permission to modify settings
  • Try refreshing the page and attempting again
  • Clear browser cache if problems persist

Email notifications not working

  • Verify email address is correct and verified
  • Check spam/junk folders for notifications
  • Ensure notification categories are enabled
  • Test email delivery with a test notification

Theme or language changes not applying

  • Refresh the browser page
  • Clear browser cache and cookies
  • Check if changes require logout/login
  • Verify browser supports the selected options

Browser compatibility issues

  • Check browser version and compatibility
  • Clear browser cache and cookies
  • Disable browser extensions temporarily
  • Try a different browser

Getting Help

  • Settings documentation: Review detailed settings guides
  • Admin support: Contact organization administrators
  • Technical support: Report system issues
  • User community: Access user forums and help

Best Practices

Profile Management

  1. Keep information current: Regularly update profile information
  2. Professional photo: Use appropriate profile pictures
  3. Complete profiles: Fill in all relevant information fields
  4. Privacy awareness: Understand privacy implications of settings

Security Management

  1. Strong passwords: Use secure, unique passwords
  2. Regular updates: Change passwords periodically
  3. Session monitoring: Review active sessions regularly
  4. Security alerts: Enable and monitor security notifications

Productivity Optimization

  1. Customize interface: Tailor interface to your workflow
  2. Notification management: Configure alerts for efficiency
  3. Regular review: Periodically review and update settings

Next Steps

After configuring your user settings:

  1. Explore advanced features
  2. Understand privacy controls
  3. Master productivity features