# Glossary

This glossary explains Homarr's main components and the terms used for them.

| Term            | Definition                                                                       |
| --------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| App             | A saved shortcut with a name, destination, icon, and optional status check       |
| Assistant       | A conversation interface that can use model responses and Homarr tools           |
| Board           | A dashboard page where apps, widgets, and Containers are arranged                |
| Container       | A resizable board area containing apps, widgets, or nested Containers            |
| Custom Widget   | A validated definition for an API-backed board tile                              |
| Edit mode       | The board state used to add, move, resize, configure, or remove content          |
| Homarr provider | An Assistant provider routed through Workshop with a per-user allowance          |
| Integration     | A server-side connection from Homarr to a supported service                      |
| Layout          | An arrangement of board items selected for a viewport width                      |
| Provider        | The model API selected for Assistant                                             |
| Rail            | A fixed area at the left or right of a non-Mobile board layout                   |
| Task            | A background workload that runs without an active browser session                |
| Widget          | A board tile that displays information or provides actions                       |
| Workshop        | A separate community service for sharing Custom Widget definitions and board CSS |