Hello everyone! I’ve been exploring ways to enhance my OpenHAB setup, and I stumbled upon a fantastic widget that allows for a dynamic favorites bar. This feature has completely transformed how I interact with my smart home devices, and I’d love to share my experience with you all.### My Journey with the Dynamic Favorites BarI’ve always been a fan of having quick access to frequently used devices, but until recently, my setup lacked the flexibility I desired. The dynamic favorites bar widget changed everything. It enables me to add or remove items from the favorites list dynamically, which is incredibly useful, especially as my smart home ecosystem grows.#### How It WorksThe widget leverages custom tags and rules to manage the favorites list. Here’s a quick breakdown of how it functions:- Adding Items: I can swipe up on any item in the UI to add it to my favorites list. This action triggers a rule that adds the FAV tag to the item.- Removing Items: Similarly, swiping down on a favorite item removes it from the list by removing the FAV tag.#### ConfigurationThe setup involved a bit of trial and error, but I managed to get it working smoothly:1. Widget Code: I used the provided widget code, ensuring it was compatible with my OpenHAB version. The code dynamically renders items tagged with FAV, displaying them as toggles, sliders, or roller shutters based on their type.2. Rules: I created two simple rules—one for adding items to favorites and another for removing them. These rules update the item tags, which in turn refreshes the favorites bar.#### Benefits- Customization: The ability to customize the favorites list on the fly means I can adapt it to different routines or preferences.- Ease of Use: Accessing my most-used devices has never been quicker. It’s especially handy when I’m in a hurry or want to make adjustments without delving into the full UI.### Challenges and Lessons LearnedWhile implementing this feature was mostly smooth, I encountered a few bumps along the way:- Refresh Issues: Initially, changes to the favorites list didn’t reflect immediately. I discovered that adding a key property to the repeater component forced the widget to refresh, ensuring real-time updates.- Z-Index Management: The floating action button (FAB) had z-index conflicts, which I resolved by adjusting the widget’s layout and ensuring the FAB backdrop was correctly positioned.### Seeking FeedbackI’d love to hear from others who’ve implemented similar solutions or have suggestions for improvement. Is there a way to streamline the tagging process further? Have you encountered any unexpected issues with dynamic widgets? Your insights would be invaluable!Thank you all for being such an incredible community. It’s inspiring to see how everyone contributes to making OpenHAB even better. Here’s to more innovative solutions and smarter homes!