Point the widget at a JSON endpoint and a path like data.total and it displays that number large, with an arrow showing whether it went up or down since the last refresh.
What it does
- Any JSON URL and path
- Trend arrow, prefix/suffix, decimals
- Refresh interval per widget
- Pairs with Statistics for a KPI wall
How to add the Live number (JSON) widget
- 1Open a screen or layout in the console and click Add.
- 2Choose Live number (JSON) from the widget list and drag it onto the canvas.
- 3Fill in the settings in the inspector, pick a design and press Publish — the screen updates within a second.
Frequently asked questions
Does the API need to allow CORS?
No — requests are proxied by PlainSignage's server, which also caches them.
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