A user asked about automatic triggers for scripts, specifically if there is any notification for the user when a script runs once per day. ControlUp confirmed that unless there is something in the script that triggers a toast or popup, there will be no notification for the user.
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ControlUp Scripts & Triggers Training & Support Archives
ControlUp Script and Trigger training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Creating Workflows to Auto Tag Machines Based on Location
A discussion was had about creating a workflow to auto tag machines based on location, with the trigger being logon or unlock. There is currently no native support for this type of trigger in ControlUp Workflows. The recommended workaround is to create a scheduled flow that runs every 5-15 minutes to update tags based on IP address and location data. Using controlUp One integration or Windows Event alerts were also suggested as alternative methods.
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Troubleshooting ControlUp Alert Rules Based on Event ID’s
Some members discussed problems they were having with configuring Alerts Rules based on Event ID's. They discovered that the event was being captured and could be found in the win_event_log index, but the alert was not triggering. After further checking, it was determined that the data could be found by filtering in the data index. The eventID field should be used with the equals (=) operator since it is a number field.
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Comparing Permissions in ControlUp VDI App and RTC
A user asked about permissions in VDI App versus RTC and mentioned having different accounts. Another user requested for more information. A third user chimed in, explaining that the web console will not work like RTC and will have different functionality. The Dev team is working on bringing over all RTC features, but it cannot be done in the same way. Customers have been asking for certain features that are not possible with the RT console.
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Widget Wednesday #10: Going Beyond Standard Widgets with the Expert Builder
In this episode of Widget Wednesday, we take a closer look at the Scripting and Automation Dashboard, focusing on the Script Execution Summary widget and how it's built.
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Choosing the Right ControlUp Agent for Virtualized Domain Controllers
The question was raised about which ControlUp agent to install on virtualized Domain Controllers for monitoring purposes. It was recommended to install the ControlUp VDI Agent due to its merging of agent and Hypervisor data, while the Desktops agent is not as hypervisor aware. Both agents offer different features such as remote control, alerts, script actions, and historical data length. Preferences and technical reasons are discussed.
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Clearing Up Confusion About ControlUp Product Management Changes
A user had questions about the changes in product management - events are now in the web and no longer in RTC, but the alert rules are currently only available for the Desktops product. The user also asked if the action library will be fully functional in the web at some point. ControlUp explained that support for VDI is coming and told the user that the Action library (Script-based Actions) is already available in the web UI, with the goal to eventually move all functionality to the platform.
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Latest ControlUp Updates: Anomaly Detection & License Reclamation
Busy, busy — no slowing down when it comes to delivering a better DEX experience. Below are two new ControlUp features worth your attention:
1. Anomaly Detection
ControlUp now includes anomaly detection that cuts through alert noise by focusing on behavior rather than static thresholds. Instead of firing every time a metric crosses an arbitrary line, it learns what normal looks like in your environment and flags meaningful deviations.…
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Tailoring Views in ControlUp VDI
A user asks about using the default view for seeing new items in ControlUp VDI. It is suggested to create personalized views in order to see customized data and updates.
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ControlUp’s Future Plans for the VDI Executable and Real-Time Console
A question was asked about the availability of the ControlUp VDI executable with the shift to cloud-based operations. ControlUp stated that their end goal is to get rid of the executable, but it will still be available for a while. Plans for on-prem are still uncertain but for the real-time console, ControlUp plans to go fully cloud-based with comparable functionality and configuration options. The timeline for this change has not yet been decided.
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