> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://cogna8-io.gitbook.io/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://cogna8-io.gitbook.io/docs/ui-guide/layout-overview.md).

# Layout Overview

The Cogna8 interface is organized around three primary areas that work together to make action authority visible and actionable during normal workflow.

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Sidebar" %}
Navigation, conversation history, and workspace controls. The starting point for switching between conversations and accessing settings.
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Chat Panel" %}
The conversation interface where information enters the system. Pipeline progress indicators and state activity pills appear inline as the integrity pipeline processes input.
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="State Panel" %}
The inspection and governance surface. Tabbed views for state, conflicts, actions, why traces, snapshots, and audit timeline.
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

The layout keeps conversation and governance signals in the same visual space so operators maintain context while working.