🗺️ Overview
When you log in to Search Atlas, you may land on a Hub or Playbook view instead of the classic dashboard you are familiar with. This article explains how to exit those views and return to the standard interface, where you can access all core tools including SmartAds.
🔄 How to Exit Hub or Playbook View and Return to the Classic Dashboard
- Log in to your Search Atlas account as normal.
- If you land on a Hub or Playbook screen, look for the X button in the top-right corner of that view.
- Click the X to close the Hub or Playbook overlay.
- You will be returned to the classic Search Atlas dashboard, giving you full access to the standard interface and all your tools.
If you do not see the X button immediately, check that the Hub or Playbook panel is fully expanded, as the button may appear only when the view is in focus.
📍 Navigating to SmartAds From the Classic Dashboard
Once you are back on the classic dashboard, you can navigate to SmartAds directly from the left sidebar. SmartAds is listed as a dedicated section in the sidebar menu. Click it to open the SmartAds interface and manage your ad campaigns as usual.
🏠 Returning to Your Home Screen
If you ever need to get back to your main home screen quickly, click Home in the left sidebar or navigate directly to /home. From there you have a clear starting point to reach any tool in the platform.
💡 Tips for Staying on the Classic Dashboard
- The Hub and Playbook views are guided workflow overlays. Closing them with the X does not delete any of your data or saved work.
- You can re-enter a Hub or Playbook at any time by selecting it from the relevant section of the platform. Closing it simply returns you to the standard view.
- Bookmarking /home in your browser is a quick way to always land on the classic dashboard when you open Search Atlas.
❓ Still Not Seeing the Classic Dashboard or SmartAds?
If the X button is not visible, the interface looks different from what is described above, or you cannot locate SmartAds after returning to the classic dashboard, try the following:
- Perform a hard refresh in your browser (Ctrl + Shift + R on Windows or Cmd + Shift + R on Mac).
- Clear your browser cache and cookies, then log in again.
- Try a different browser or an incognito/private window to rule out a browser extension conflict.
If you need further assistance, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type human teammate to be connected with a member of our team.