| Control | How to use it | Typical workflow |
|---|---|---|
| Chat | Open the chat launcher to continue a direct conversation without leaving the platform shell. | Clarify something quickly with a colleague or platform contact. |
| My Favourites | Use the star entry point to open saved projects, resources, experts, tools, or searches depending on your area. | Build a personal shortlist you can revisit later. |
| Notifications | Open the bell panel and review the most recent alerts; use mark-as-read actions where available. | Return to pending actions such as comments, moderation states, or membership changes. |
| User menu | Open your avatar menu to access My Workspace, Public Profile, account settings, and logout. | Move from public discovery to personal or contributor-level actions. |
| Language switcher | Change interface language from the header when available. | Reduce friction while reading policy, form, or support text. |
| Theme toggle | Switch between light and dark modes from the header icon. | Adapt the interface for reading comfort or prolonged work sessions. |