One of the most unique features of Widgets PRO is native TV support. Your dashboards don’t just scale up — they’re reimagined for the big screen.
The TV Challenge
TV interfaces are fundamentally different from web or mobile:
- No touch, no mouse — users navigate with a remote control
- Viewing distance — text needs to be larger, contrast needs to be higher
- Always-on displays — dashboards often run 24/7 on office TVs
- Focus management — every interactive element needs clear focus states
How Widgets PRO Handles It
When a dashboard renders on tvOS or Android TV, the widget system automatically:
- Scales typography — minimum 24px body text, 48px headings
- Adds focus rings — every widget gets a visible focus indicator
- Enables D-pad navigation — arrow keys move between widgets naturally
- Optimizes refresh rates — data updates are batched to reduce screen flicker
Best Practices
When designing dashboards that will run on TVs:
- Keep information density low — 4-6 widgets max per screen
- Use high-contrast color schemes
- Prefer charts over tables — they’re easier to read from a distance
- Set up auto-rotation between multiple dashboard pages
Getting Started
Enable TV output for any dashboard in Settings. Your existing dashboards will automatically adapt, but you can also create TV-specific layouts for full control.