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EWI_HiddenComponents

This preference defines the user interface components that are hidden in Electronic Work Instructions.

Accepts the following values:

  • Header – The header and breadcrumb are hidden.

  • Footer – The footer containing the Prev and Next buttons is hidden.

  • Header and Footer – Both components are hidden.

Examples:

  • EWI_HiddenComponents is not defined or has no values and displays both header and footer

  • EWI_HiddenComponents is set to Footer

  • EWI_HiddenComponents is set to Header

  • EWI_HiddenComponents is set to Header,Footer

Source: https://docs.sw.siemens.com/en-US/doc/282219420/PL20251212545240207.EWI_DeploymentGuide/xid1747665 · retrieved 2026-07-11