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Step Builder

Step Builder documentation for structured workflow groups, steps, parameters, materials, references, and shortcuts.

Structured Workflow Authoring

Step Builder converts a scientific procedure into ordered workflow groups and steps. This improves review, reproducibility, export, and automation readiness compared with free-text methods alone.

Workflow Structure

  • Parallel groups organize phases of work.
  • Each step captures one action or operation.
  • Steps can be manual, structured, or module-linked.
  • Groups and steps support ordering, timing, and visual review.

Step Content

  • Instruction text and notes.
  • Duration and operating conditions.
  • Materials, reagents, electrodes, and substrates.
  • Quality control, citations, and execution metadata.

Keyboard Shortcuts

  • Ctrl/Cmd + S: Save and close.
  • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + G: Add parallel step group.
  • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + N: Add step.
  • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + M: Add module steps.
  • Ctrl/Cmd + Z: Undo.
  • Ctrl/Cmd + Y: Redo.

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