Dashboard Overview
Your SearchVector dashboard is your command center for all SEO activities. It provides a quick overview of your projects, keywords, rankings, and account status at a glance.
Accessing Your Dashboard
You'll see your dashboard immediately after signing in to SearchVector with your Google account. If you navigate away, click the SearchVector logo in the top left or "Dashboard" in the main navigation menu to return.
Dashboard Layout
The dashboard is organized into several key sections:
1. Welcome Header
At the top of your dashboard, you'll see:
- Your Name - Personalized greeting with the current date
- Account Status - Your current plan and remaining features
- Quick Actions - Buttons for common tasks (Create Project, Import Keywords, etc.)
2. Main Widgets
The dashboard displays widgets that give you an overview of your account status. You can customize which widgets appear by clicking "Customize Dashboard" in the top right.
Active Projects Widget
See all your active projects in one place:
- Project Name - Click to open the project
- Website URL - Your tracked domain
- Last Updated - When the project was last modified
- Quick Stats - Number of tracked keywords and recent rank changes
Click any project to open it and access all its tools.
Rank Tracking Summary
Get a high-level overview of your tracked keywords:
- Total Keywords Tracked - Number of keywords you're monitoring
- Keywords in Top 10 - How many keywords rank in the top 10 positions
- Keywords in Top 3 - Elite tracking for your best performers
- Avg. Position Change - Average movement across all keywords in the last week
- Performance Trend - Graph showing overall visibility trends
Click "View Details" to see a detailed breakdown of your rankings.
Recent Keywords
See your recently researched keywords:
- Keyword Name - The keyword you researched
- Search Volume - Monthly search volume
- Difficulty - Keyword difficulty score
- Project - Which project it was added to
- Research Date - When you researched it
Click any keyword to view detailed analysis.
Credits Usage
Monitor your monthly credit consumption:
- Monthly Credits - Your total monthly allocation
- Used - Number of credits consumed so far this month
- Remaining - Credits available for the rest of the month
- Usage Chart - Visual breakdown of how you're using credits
- Upgrade Option - Button to purchase additional credits if needed
Your monthly credit allocation resets on the 1st of each month. Unused credits do not roll over to the next month.
Team Activity
If you have team members, see recent activity:
- Who Made Changes - Team member's name
- What Changed - Type of change (Created Project, Added Keywords, etc.)
- When - Time of the activity
- Project - Which project the change affected
Quick Tips
Helpful suggestions and best practices appear on your dashboard:
- Feature Tips - Learn about new SearchVector features
- Best Practices - SEO strategies to improve results
- Tips for Your Plan - Suggestions specific to your subscription tier
Navigation Menu
The left sidebar contains your main navigation:
Main Navigation Items
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Dashboard | Home page with overview widgets |
| Projects | View all your projects and create new ones |
| Reports | Generate and view SEO reports |
| Tools | Access keyword research, rank tracking, audits, and more |
| Automations | Set up automated tasks and workflows |
| Settings | Configure account, integrations, team, and billing |
Collapse the sidebar by clicking the menu icon to give more space to the main content area.
Customizing Your Dashboard
Personalize your dashboard to show the metrics most important to you.
Add or Remove Widgets
- Click "Customize Dashboard" in the top right
- Toggle widgets on/off to show/hide them:
- Active Projects
- Rank Tracking Summary
- Recent Keywords
- Credits Usage
- Team Activity
- Quick Tips
- Click "Save Layout" to save your preferences
Reorder Widgets
- Click "Customize Dashboard"
- Click and drag widgets to reorder them
- Widgets will rearrange in the order you prefer
- Click "Save Layout"
Widget Settings
Some widgets have individual settings:
- Click the three dots in the widget's top right corner
- Select options such as:
- Time Period - Last 7 days, 30 days, 90 days, etc.
- Sort By - Rank change, name, date, etc.
- Filters - Show specific projects or keywords
- Click "Apply" to update the widget
Quick Actions
Perform common tasks directly from your dashboard:
Create New Project
- Click "Create New Project" button
- Enter project details (name, website, industry, location)
- Click "Create"
Your new project appears in the Active Projects widget.
Search Keywords
- Use the search bar in the dashboard header
- Type a keyword to search your existing keywords
- Results show matching keywords across all projects
Import Keywords
- Click "Import Keywords" (if available)
- Upload a CSV or Excel file with keywords
- Select the project to import into
- Click "Import"
Top Navigation Bar
The top bar contains important tools and information:
Left Side
- SearchVector Logo - Click to return to dashboard
- Breadcrumbs - Shows your current location in the platform
Center
- Search Bar - Search for keywords, projects, or help topics
- Global Notifications - See system messages and updates
Right Side
- Notifications Icon - Click to see recent alerts
- Help Icon - Access support and documentation
- Profile Dropdown - Your name with quick access to settings and logout
Using the Search Bar
The SearchVector search bar is powerful and searches across:
- Projects - Find projects by name
- Keywords - Find keywords you've researched
- Reports - Find saved reports
- Documentation - Search help articles
- Team Members - Find and quickly message team members
Simply start typing and results appear in real-time.
Notifications
Stay informed about important events:
Notification Types
- Blue Badge - Number of unread notifications
- Red Dot - High-priority alerts requiring immediate attention
- Green Icon - Positive updates (rank improvements, completed tasks)
View Notifications
- Click the bell icon in the top right
- See your recent notifications
- Click any notification to jump to the relevant section
- Click "Mark as Read" to clear notification counts
Keyboard Shortcuts
Use these shortcuts to navigate SearchVector faster:
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| / | Open search bar |
| g then d | Go to Dashboard |
| g then p | Go to Projects |
| g then s | Go to Settings |
| ? | Show all keyboard shortcuts |
Mobile Dashboard
SearchVector is fully mobile-responsive. On mobile devices:
- The sidebar collapses into a hamburger menu
- Widgets stack vertically for easy scrolling
- All functionality remains accessible
- Touch-friendly buttons and controls
Open SearchVector on any phone or tablet to access your data on the go.
Tips for Dashboard Success
Best Practices
- Customize Your Dashboard - Show only the widgets you use regularly
- Check Credits Regularly - Monitor your credit usage to avoid running out
- Review Team Activity - Stay aware of changes your team members make
- Set Notification Preferences - Get alerts for what matters most to you
- Use the Search Bar - It's faster than navigating through menus
Optimization Tips
- Weekly Check-ins - Review your rank tracking summary weekly to catch trends
- Monitor Credits - Keep an eye on your usage to plan upgrades
- Export Reports - Use the Reports section to share insights with stakeholders
- Set Automations - Automate recurring tasks from the Automations section
Your dashboard data updates in real-time. Some metrics (like rank tracking) update daily.
What's Next?
Now that you understand your dashboard, explore these topics:
- Credits System - Learn how credits work and how to manage your allocation
- Team Collaboration - Invite team members and assign permissions
- Keyword Research - Start finding opportunities
- Rank Tracking - Monitor your keyword rankings
- Reports - Generate insights to share with your team
Questions? Contact our support team at [email protected]!