Dashboard Overview
The AEO/GEO Analytics dashboard is your command center for citation analysis and query discovery. This guide walks you through the main navigation and key pages.
Dashboard Layout
Header Navigation
The top navigation bar provides quick access to all major sections:
[AEO/GEO Analytics Logo] Analytics | Generate | Library | Execute
Navigation Items:
- Analytics - View citation data, trends, and insights
- Generate - Create queries with AI
- Library - Manage saved query sets
- Execute - Run queries across LLM providers
Page Structure
Each page follows a consistent layout:
- Page Header - Title and description
- Action Bar - Primary actions (buttons, filters)
- Content Area - Main content (cards, tables, forms)
- Info Cards - Contextual help and tips
Main Pages
Analytics Page
URL: /dashboard/analytics
Purpose: Visualize citation patterns and track performance across queries.
Key Sections:
- Overview Metrics - Total queries, responses, citations
- Top Cited Domains - Domains ranked by citation count
- Quick Links - Jump to queries, providers, domain details
Primary Actions:
- Filter by date range
- Export data
- View domain details
- Compare providers
When to Use:
- After executing queries, review results here
- Track citation trends over time
- Identify top-performing domains
- Discover citation opportunities
Generate Page
URL: /dashboard/generate
Purpose: Generate realistic consumer queries using Claude AI.
Key Sections:
- Query Generation Form - Configure generation parameters
- Generated Results - Preview queries before saving
- Save Form - Name and tag your query set
- Info Cards - How query generation works
Primary Actions:
- Configure industry and focus
- Select personas and journey stages
- Generate queries (20-100 at once)
- Save to library
- Export as CSV
- Execute immediately
When to Use:
- Starting a new research project
- Need systematic query coverage
- Testing a new industry or focus area
- Building query sets for ongoing monitoring
Library Page
URL: /dashboard/library
Purpose: Browse, organize, and manage saved query sets.
Key Sections:
- Quick Stats - Total sets, queries, industries
- Query Sets Grid - Card-based view of all sets
- Filters - Search and filter by industry/tags
Primary Actions:
- View query set details
- Execute query set
- Filter by industry or tag
- Generate new queries (quick link)
When to Use:
- Need to re-run previous queries
- Organize your query collections
- Find queries by topic or industry
- Execute saved sets across providers
Execute Page
URL: /dashboard/execute
Purpose: Run queries against multiple LLM providers and collect results.
Key Sections:
- API Key Status - Shows configured providers
- Execution Mode - Single vs batch selection
- Query Input - Text area or loaded from library
- Provider Selection - Choose which LLMs to use
- Results - Real-time execution progress and summary
- Info Cards - Cost estimation, batch tips
Primary Actions:
- Execute single query
- Execute batch queries
- Load from library (via URL parameter)
- Select providers
- View real-time progress
- Navigate to analytics
When to Use:
- Testing individual queries
- Running batch queries from library
- Comparing LLM provider responses
- Collecting citation data systematically
Navigation Patterns
Common Workflows
Workflow 1: Generate → Save → Execute
- Start at Generate page
- Configure and generate queries
- Click Save to Library
- Click Execute button
- Review in Analytics
Workflow 2: Library → Execute → Analyze
- Start at Library page
- Find saved query set
- Click Execute button
- Queries auto-load in Execute page
- Select providers and run
- Review in Analytics
Workflow 3: Analytics Deep Dive
- Start at Analytics page
- Review top domains
- Click domain name for details
- Explore specific citations
- Identify opportunities
Breadcrumb Navigation
Pages show your current location:
Analytics > Providers
Library > Home Improvement - Plumbing DIY
Click any breadcrumb to navigate back.
Quick Actions
From Analytics:
- Click domain name → Domain detail page
- Click "Queries" tab → Query history
- Click "Providers" tab → Provider comparison
From Library:
- Click query set card → Detail page
- Click "Execute" button → Execute page (pre-loaded)
- Click "View Details" → Query table view
From Generate:
- After generating → "Save to Library" button
- After saving → "Execute Now" button
- Before generating → "Use Template" for pre-built queries
Page-Specific Features
Analytics Page Features
Filters:
- Date range selector
- Provider filter
- Query text search
Visualizations:
- Citation rate chart
- Domain distribution
- Provider comparison bar chart
Data Export:
- CSV export of all queries
- Domain citation report
- Provider performance summary
Generate Page Features
Smart Defaults:
- Pre-populated industry list
- Common persona combinations
- Recommended query counts
Live Preview:
- See queries as they generate
- Edit before saving
- Copy individual queries
Templates:
- Pre-built queries for common industries
- Quick start with proven patterns
Library Page Features
Organization:
- Tag-based filtering
- Industry grouping
- Sort by date or query count
Quick Stats:
- Total queries per set
- Created date
- Industry label
Bulk Actions:
- Select multiple sets
- Delete in bulk
- Export combined
Execute Page Features
Cost Estimation:
- Live cost calculator
- Per-provider costs
- Total batch estimate
Progress Tracking:
- Real-time query counter (1/20, 2/20...)
- Success/failure indicators
- Execution time tracking
Results Summary:
- Total citations extracted
- Cost breakdown
- Link to analytics
Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts are planned for a future release.
Mobile Responsiveness
The dashboard is fully responsive:
Desktop (1024px+):
- Full navigation bar
- Side-by-side cards
- Wide tables
Tablet (768px - 1023px):
- Collapsible navigation
- Stacked cards
- Scrollable tables
Mobile (< 768px):
- Hamburger menu
- Single column
- Simplified tables
Dark Mode
The dashboard respects your system preference:
- Light Mode - Default for most users
- Dark Mode - Automatically enabled if system uses dark theme
No manual toggle needed - follows OS settings.
Tips for Efficient Navigation
Use Browser Bookmarks
Bookmark frequently used pages:
/dashboard/analytics- Daily check/dashboard/execute- Quick testing/dashboard/library- Access saved queries
Open in New Tabs
Right-click links to open in new tab:
- Domain detail pages
- Query set details
- Provider comparisons
This keeps your main view intact while exploring.
Use Back Button
Browser back button works throughout the app:
- Navigate back from detail pages
- Return to previous filters
- Undo navigation mistakes
Leverage URL Parameters
The execute page accepts ?setId=...:
- Bookmark execute links for common query sets
- Share links with team members
- Deep link from external tools
Next Steps
Explore individual features in detail:
- Query Generation → - Generate queries with AI
- Query Library → - Manage query sets
- Query Execution → - Run queries across LLMs
- Analytics → - Analyze citation patterns
Need Help?
- Visual Tour: Check screenshots section (coming soon)
- Video Walkthrough: YouTube tutorial (coming soon)
- Support: GitHub Issues