# Create a New User This guide covers the process of adding a new user to the open.DASH platform, from navigating the main dashboard to configuring specific user permissions. --- ## Step 1: Access the Administration Panel 1. Start on the **open.INC** main dashboard. 2. Locate the **Administration** tile (typically a dark grey tile with a gear icon). 3. Click the tile to enter the system settings. ## Step 2: Navigate to User Management Once in the Administration view: 1. Look at the left-hand sidebar menu. 2. Under the **Administration** section, click on **Nutzer** (Users). 3. You will see a list of all existing users currently registered in the system. ## Step 3: Create a New User 1. Click the **+ Erstellen** (Create) button located at the top right of the user list. 2. A pop-up window titled **Nutzer Erstellung** (User Creation) will appear. 3. Fill in the following required fields: * **Name:** Enter the full name of the user (e.g., *Max Mustermann*). * **Benutzername (e-mail):** Enter the user's email address. * **E-Mail des Nutzers:** Confirm the email address again. * **Passwort:** Set a secure password for the user. ## Step 4: Assign a Tenant (Mandant) 1. In the **Mandant** field, start typing the name of the tenant the user should belong to. 2. Select the appropriate tenant from the dropdown menu (e.g., *Demo Mandant*). ## Step 5: Configure Permissions Below the tenant selection, you can toggle specific rights: * **Kann Mandanten verwalten:** Check this if the user should have administrative rights to create, delete, or edit his tenant and its users. * **Freigeben:** Ensure this is checked to activate the user account immediately. ## Step 6: Save and Confirm 1. Review the information to ensure accuracy. 2. Click the **Erstellen** button at the bottom of the pop-up. 3. A green notification bar should appear at the top of the screen stating: *"Element wurde gespeichert"* (Element has been saved). --- ### ✅ Success! The new user is now active and will appear in your user list. They can now log in using the email and password you provided.