Command Line Interface (CLI)

Sonoran CAD's CLI allows you to quickly create and close dispatch calls, attach, detach, add notes, change statuses, and more right from your keyboard!

UI Overview

The CLI allows you to more quickly run common dispatch actions without the need to move your mouse, click, or drag-and-drop. The CLI is optimized to make these actions as fast as possible.

Accessing the CLI

Via Hotkey

The CLI can be brought up using a global hotkey. This will automatically open the CLI in a popup modal with the input field focused.

Via Window Tab

You can also access add the CLI panel to your custom layout.

Utilizing the CLI

The CLI uses custom commands and arguments to complete actions.

For example, to create a new dispatch call:

NEW "TRAFFIC STOP" A-10 123 Example Description

[Command] [Saved Call Type] [Unit] [Postal] [Description

Arguments are type-to-filter for items like units or saved call types. Press TAB to auto-complete the argument. Press Enter to send the command.

Customizing Commands

Select the Customize Commands icon to configure custom commands and arguments.

Custom Shortcuts

Users can also configure custom shortcuts. Shortcuts can be configured to enter custom CLI variables.

Shortcuts