**Modern capabilities and advantages of the Pimcore Studio user interface**

How is Pimcore Studio transforming data and content management with its intuitive UX/UI?

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Introduction

In recent years, Pimcore Studio UI has become one of the key elements in the evolution of the Pimcore platform, known for its comprehensive product information management (PIM), master data management (MDM) and digital asset management (DAM) solutions. The introduction of a modern user interface (UI) is not just about aesthetics - behind this transformation are profound technological changes, improved usability and opportunities for comprehensive personalization.

In this article, we'll take a closer look at what makes Pimcore Studio's new interface a milestone on the road to more efficient, intuitive and scalable data work.

Modernization and new technologies

One of the most groundbreaking aspects of the new Pimcore Studio user interface is the transition from ExtJS technology to a modern technology stack based on React, Redux and TypeScript. This change was accompanied by both market analysis and surveys of partners and the broad Pimcore community.

Why React, Redux and TypeScript?

React guarantees high performance, thanks to its virtual DOM and component architecture. It also allows you to create clear interfaces with easily reusable UI elements.
Redux brings order to application state management, which in a powerful tool like Pimcore Studio is crucial for stability and scalability.
TypeScript increases code security by minimizing the risk of type errors and improving readability. This is especially important in large projects where multiple teams of developers interact.

The combination of these technologies made it possible to create a user-friendly interface while maintaining a high degree of flexibility for developers.

Key features of the new UI

Central editor and side areas

At the heart of Pimcore Studio's interface is a central editor that displays data objects (such as products, documents or digital assets). Around it are arranged side panels - fully customizable and adaptable to the specific needs of the team.

Examples of use:

When editing a product, the side panel can display suggested related items or complementary products, speeding up the completion of an offer.
Grids can use Pimcore's advanced Pimcore Query Language (PQL), which increases the precision of data retrieval even in very large databases.

Mega Menu

The new mega menu in Pimcore Studio has significantly simplified navigation and increased user efficiency. By reducing unnecessary elements and introducing intuitive labels and shortcuts:

It's easier to find the sections and functions you need.
Icons from previous versions have been supplemented (or replaced) with clear descriptions, which also helps less experienced users.

Grid view

The React TanStack Table library is responsible for the efficiency and intuitiveness of data management in the grid view. Thanks to it, it is possible to:

Personalize views by modifying column layout, filtering and sorting.
Editing data directly in tables, which minimizes the need to switch between screens.

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Widgets

One of the most interesting aspects of Pimcore Studio is the ability to create custom widgets. Developers can using React, add components that dynamically respond to the information displayed. For example:

Sales forecast widgets based on product data.
Panels with links to related marketing campaigns in other

Scalability of the API

The new Pimcore Studio uses OpenAPI and JSON-LD, which means:

Improved integration of external extensions and third-party systems.
Full automatic documentation, making deployments and testing more efficient.

UI personalization

Dark mode, changing the interface's color scheme or customizing the panel layout are just some of the personalization options. They allow you to:

Tailor the tool to the company's branding (e.g. by using specific colors, logos or layouts).
Reduce eye fatigue with light and dark themes, which is important when working for long hours.

Benefits for users and developers

For users

Higher productivity
Simplified interface and optimized search make daily activities (e.g., adding new products, editing resources) require less clicks and time.
Flexibility of view organization
The ability to configure panels and data views independently makes it easier for people from different departments (marketing, sales, logistics).
Intuitiveness
The well-thought-out architecture of the panels reduces the number of mistakes made by new users, and the introduced keyboard shortcuts speed up the work of advanced experts.

For developers

Modern tools and languages
Using React, Redux and TypeScript increases developer satisfaction and makes code maintenance easier.
Extensive APIs
Integrations with other systems (e.g. e-commerce, ERP) are easier, saving time and resources during deployments.
Ease of extension
Designing new features and widgets can be done in parallel by different teams, so the work goes faster and modifications do not destabilize the whole system.

Future and development prospects

Pimcore Studio's new interface is just the beginning of a long-term development plan for the platform. As micro frontends-based technologies become more widespread, modular solutions are becoming increasingly important. We can expect more innovations, such as:

Advanced business process automation using artificial intelligence (e.g., intelligent assignment of DAM resources to appropriate categories).
Improved cloud collaboration and new tools for real-time project sharing.
Further UX and personalization improvements, including the ability to define custom views for specific roles in the organization.

Summary

Pimcore Studio's new user interface is not only an improvement in appearance, but more importantly a comprehensive change in approach to data management. The use of React, Redux and TypeScript has made it possible to create an environment friendly to both less technical people and advanced developers.

Benefits of implementing the new UI:

Improved productivity and convenience.
Flexible integration with other systems.
Significant improvement in the process of creating and managing widgets and extensions.

Innovative features such as customizable side panels, mega menus and a grid view based on React TanStack Table make working with data faster and more enjoyable. For developers, meanwhile, it means more control over the project, more efficient application state management and more secure code thanks to TypeScript.

Looking ahead to the next few years, Pimcore Studio will continue to evolve, adapting to the needs of a rapidly changing market. However, it is already a powerful tool that allows companies to efficiently manage the full spectrum of data - from product descriptions and media assets to comprehensive analysis and reports. All of this makes Pimcore Studio UI one of the most modern and comprehensive solutions available on the PIM and DAM market today.

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