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This setting adjusts how quickly any animated object transition in the dashboard.
Read Only
This setting turns sets the logged in user's privileges to read only. When Read Only is true, users cannot edit and configure views and viewlets.
Fix Viewlet Position
When Fix Viewlet Position is true, users are prevented from repositioning viewlets inside a dashboard.
Auto Compact
When Auto Compact is true, viewlets within a dashboard will automatically reposition when an associated viewlet is moved or resized.
Show Settings
This option toggles the settings icon in the top right corner of the dashboard so the logged in user will not be able to access the settings page.
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