API integration

The Manager API allows IT administrators to integrate third-party platforms using RESTful web services. Supported actions include broadcasting messages and retrieving device statistics, which can be triggered via REST API calls.

API Key Generation 

To generate a new API key, perform the following steps:

1. Navigate to the top bar of the Manager console. 

2. Click the ‍ Settings button.

3. Click the   API Keys button to open the API Keys popup.
   
   

4. Note the Entity ID shown on the top.

   • Click   Copy and paste this value in a safe location. 

   • This value is used to identify the account that will be the target of the API call.
     
     

5. Click   Add API Key to create a new authentication key.

   1. Click   Copy and paste this value in a safe location. 
      Copy and store the generated authentication key securely. The key will not be displayed again after this point.

   2. Provide a Label that can help identify this API key.

   3. Click OK to close the popup.
      
      

6. You can now use the copied Entity ID and API key to perform API calls.

Open API Documentation

While the API Keys popup window is open: 

1. Hover over the  Help icon.
2. Click Learn more to access the following resource:
   
   
   •  myViewBoard Open API documentation.

This reference provides detailed information on REST command formatting, required parameters, and execution methods. For further guidance, refer to the myViewBoard Open API documentation provided within the API Keys interface.

	
	
	
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