Investigative Matrix Controls
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ComplyChain Investigative Matrix Tool: User Instructions
1. Adding Nodes
- Fill in node details:
- Label: Name (e.g., “John Doe”)
- ID: Unique identifier (e.g., “A001”)
- Type: Select category (Person, Wallet, etc.)
- Tag: Add keywords (e.g., “Suspect”, “Victim”)
- Color: Choose a node color (default: gray)
- Notes: Add descriptions or evidence
- Date: Set relevant date (e.g., incident date)
- Click “Add Node” to create.
2. Creating Connections
- Source/Target IDs: Enter the IDs of the nodes to link.
- Relationship: Select a label (e.g., “Witnessed”) or type a custom one.
- Click “Add Connection” to create a relationship arrow.
3. Uploading Node Images
- Right-click a node to open its info box.
- Click “Upload Image” and select an image file.
- Click “Save Changes” to replace the node’s color with the image.
4. Filtering by Timeline
- Select a start and end date.
- Click “Apply Filter” to show only nodes within that period.
- Click “Clear” to reset the view.
5. Saving & Loading
- Save: Click “Save Graph (This Device)” to store progress locally.
- Load: Click “Load Graph” to restore your last saved graph.
6. Importing/Exporting Data
- CSV Import: Use the “Choose File” button to upload spreadsheet data.
- Export:
- PDF Report: Click “Export PDF Report”.
- Graph Image: Click “Export Graph Image”.

7. Editing Nodes
- Right-click any node to open its details.
- Update notes, tags, dates, colors, or images.
- Click “Save Changes”.
8. Basic Navigation
- Zoom/Pan: Scroll or drag the graph background.
- Center View: Click “Center Graph”.
- Reorganize: Click “Organize Graph” to auto-arrange nodes.
- Fullscreen: Click “Toggle Fullscreen”.
Troubleshooting Tips
⚠️ Graph not showing?
- Click “Organize Graph” to refresh the layout.
- Ensure nodes have unique IDs.
- Check CSV formatting if importing data.