Changing Algorithm Types

With the widget rules applied, you can change the widget type i.e., the algorithm type. By changing the widget type you can easily reuse existing widgets.

  1. Go to Pathways and Recommendations > Widget Configurator.
  2. Select the widget you wish to modify and select the Manage button. 
  3. Click Widget Global Settings > Edit Rule.  
  4. Go to the Primary Algorithm and select an option from the drop-down menu. 

  1. Choose the Secondary Algorithm for the changed Primary algorithm by selecting from the drop-down menu. 
  2. Click Save.

Secondary Algorithm Selection 


Refer the table to understand how to select the secondary algorithm and what combinations work:

Primary AlgorithmCan be Switched ToAllowed Secondary
Algorithm types
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