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Bulk Widget Property Updates

Discover and modify Mendix widget properties in bulk via a command-line interface.

1|Updated Jun 5, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#refactoring#widgets#ui-development#mendix#mxcli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/engalar/mxcli-taskdemo --skill bulk-widget-property-updates
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Skill: Bulk Widget Property Updates
Source: https://github.com/engalar/mxcli-taskdemo/tree/main/TaskDemo/.claude/skills/bulk-widget-updates
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/engalar/mxcli-taskdemo --skill bulk-widget-property-updates

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the inefficiency of manually updating properties for hundreds of widgets across a Mendix project by providing a command-line interface for bulk modifications.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Widget Discovery: Quickly locate specific widgets across modules using flexible filtering by type, name, or container.
  • Bulk Modification: Apply property changes (like labels or visibility) to multiple widgets simultaneously using a SQL-like syntax.
  • Safety First: Includes a mandatory dry-run mode to preview changes before they are applied to the project metadata.

Quick Start

Use the bulk widget updates skill to set the showLabel property to false for all combobox widgets in the project.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bulk Widget Property Updates

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I update properties for multiple Mendix widgets at once?▼

You can bulk-update Mendix widget properties by using a command-line interface to apply changes across modules and pages, avoiding manual modifications for large-scale UI refactoring.

Can I preview widget property changes before applying them to a Mendix project?▼

Yes, a mandatory dry-run mode previews all bulk widget property modifications before they are applied to your project metadata, ensuring safety during large-scale UI standardization.

What is the best way to locate specific widgets across Mendix modules for refactoring?▼

Widget discovery uses flexible filtering by type, name, or container to quickly locate specific widgets across Mendix modules, enabling targeted bulk property modifications.

Does bulk widget modification require any project preparation in Mendix?▼

Yes, bulk widget updates require a refreshed project catalog to accurately identify and update widget metadata properties within the project structure before applying changes.

How do I set a property like showLabel to false for all combobox widgets in Mendix?▼

You apply property changes to multiple widgets simultaneously using a SQL-like syntax, such as setting the showLabel property to false for all combobox widgets in the project.

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