Laptop Upgrades: Ai Side Panel, Bind Inside The App And A New Profile Menu

A Better Experience on Laptops

CONNECT SRMAP is used on phones, laptops, and desktop computers. To make the experience more convenient for students using laptops in labs, classrooms, and hostels, we introduced several interface improvements.

This guide explains the updated AI side panel, Bind navigation, profile menu, and other usability changes.

1. The AI Side Panel Opens Automatically

On laptops and desktop computers, the AI assistant now opens automatically in a side panel when you enter the app. This makes the assistant readily accessible whenever you need help.

How does it work?

• Automatic opening: The AI side panel opens automatically when you enter the app on a laptop or desktop.

• Close for three days: If you close the panel, it stays closed for the next three days.

• Opens again after three days: Once the three-day period ends, the panel can open automatically again.

• Manual opening: If you open the AI panel yourself during this period, the three-day waiting period is cancelled.

• Mobile devices: On phones and tablets, the AI panel does not open automatically.

• Quick controls: You can turn AI mode on or off using the AI button at the top or by pressing Ctrl + / together.

This behaviour is designed to keep AI assistance accessible without repeatedly interrupting users who prefer to keep the panel closed.

2. Bind Now Opens Inside the App

Previously, selecting Bind on a laptop could take you to a separate page. Returning to the main application could feel like starting over.

With the updated navigation, Bind opens as a tab inside CONNECT SRMAP.

What has changed?

When you select the main Bind option:

1. Bind opens within the application.

2. It starts on the Bind Home screen.

3. You can use the Bind navigation menu to access other sections.

These may include:

• Attendance.

• Timetable.

• Marks and grades.

• Other available Bind features.

What if I click a direct Bind link?

Direct links to specific Bind pages continue to open their intended destinations.

For example, if a timetable banner links directly to the timetable page, it can open that page instead of taking you to Bind Home first.

Tip: Use the main Bind tab to start from Home, or select a direct link when you want to open a specific Bind section.

3. A New Profile Menu

The profile menu has been redesigned to make account information and common actions easier to access.

Click your profile photo in the top-right corner to open the menu.

Profile information

The top section displays your available profile details, including:

• Profile photo.

• Name.

• Class.

• Section.

• Register number.

Available actions

The menu includes clearly presented options for:

• View Profile: Open your profile.

• SRMAP Bind: Access Bind.

• Find Friends: Discover other students.

• Account Settings: Manage available account settings.

• Share the App: Share CONNECT SRMAP with others.

• Share This Page: Share the current page where supported.

• Log Out: Sign out of your account.

The redesigned layout uses clearer visual styling to make the options easier to identify.

4. The Profile Menu Stays Above Other Elements

Previously, the profile menu could appear behind a side panel or popup. This made the interface look broken and sometimes made the menu difficult to use.

The updated menu is designed to appear above other interface elements, with a soft dark overlay behind it.

How to close the menu

You can close the profile menu by:

• Tapping or clicking outside it.

• Pressing Esc.

• Selecting the close button marked with a cross.

On phones

The menu expands across the available screen width to make its options easier to tap.

If the menu is taller than your screen, you may need to scroll inside it to access all the options.

5. Additional Profile Menu Improvements

Several smaller improvements make the menu easier to navigate.

Back closes the menu

Pressing Back closes the profile menu instead of immediately navigating away from the page.

Keyboard accessibility

You can open the menu using Enter when its trigger is focused, then navigate through the available options using supported keyboard controls.

Long names fit better

Long names are shortened neatly when necessary to prevent them from breaking the layout.

These changes are intended to improve usability across different screen sizes and input methods.

6. What Changes on Laptops and Phones?

Some improvements apply only to larger screens, while others are available across devices.

The precise layout may vary depending on your device, screen size, and the interface version you are using.

7. Troubleshooting Common Problems

The AI panel keeps opening

Close the panel once. It is designed to remain closed for three days on laptops and desktop computers.

If it continues opening unexpectedly, contact support and describe what happens.

Bind opens on Home when I wanted Attendance

The main Bind option opens the Bind Home screen by design.

Use the Bind navigation menu to select Attendance, or open a direct attendance link if one is available.

The profile menu looks cut off

Try scrolling inside the menu to reach the remaining options. On a phone, rotating the device may also provide more usable screen space.

If the problem continues, contact support and include your device model and screen size, if known.

An old menu option appears to be missing

The redesigned menu retains the previously available options and adds or highlights additional actions.

Check the full menu by scrolling through it. If a specific option is genuinely missing, email support with the option's name.

The profile menu appears behind another popup

Try closing the other popup and opening the profile menu again. If the menu still appears behind other elements, report the issue to support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. The AI panel opens every time I enter the app. Can I stop it?

Close the AI panel once. On laptops and desktop computers, it is designed to stay closed for three days before automatic opening resumes.

Q2. I wanted Attendance, but Bind opened on Home. Why?

The main Bind tab opens on the Bind Home screen. Use the navigation menu inside Bind to select Attendance, or use a direct attendance link when available.

Q3. Does this update change the phone experience?

The automatic AI side panel and the Bind tab changes described here are intended for laptops and desktop computers. The redesigned profile menu improvements also apply to mobile devices.

Q4. The menu looks cut off on my small screen. What should I do?

Scroll inside the menu to find the remaining options. You can also try turning your phone sideways. If the issue continues, contact support and mention your phone model.

Q5. Where did my old profile menu options go?

The redesigned menu retains the existing options and presents them in a clearer layout. Scroll through the full menu to find the action you need.

Q6. How do I open the profile menu?

Select your profile photo in the top-right corner of the application.

Q7. How do I close the profile menu?

Click or tap outside the menu, press Esc, or select the cross-shaped close button.

Q8. Can I still open a specific Bind page directly?

Yes. Direct links to specific Bind destinations, such as a timetable page, are intended to open the requested page rather than always starting from Bind Home.

Q9. Can I use the AI keyboard shortcut on a laptop?

Yes. You can use Ctrl + / to toggle AI mode, or use the AI button at the top of the application.

Q10. What should I do if a feature does not behave as described?

Refresh the page and try again. If the issue continues, contact support with the affected feature, your device type, and a description of what happened.

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