> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.myfundingmachine.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# View as Operator

> Use admin impersonation to view any operator location's data exactly as they see it, ideal for troubleshooting, auditing, and support.

# View as Operator

Admin impersonation lets you see any location's data exactly as the operator sees it. Perfect for troubleshooting, auditing, and support.

## How to Use

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Admin Locations">
    Navigate to Admin > Locations
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click into a Location">
    Select any location from the list
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click View as Operator">
    Click the amber "View as Operator" button (eye icon) in the header
  </Step>

  <Step title="Browse as the Operator">
    You'll see their dashboard, applicants, clients, credit reports, and settings
  </Step>

  <Step title="Exit When Done">
    Click "Exit" in the amber banner at the top to return to admin
  </Step>
</Steps>

## What You See

When impersonating, you see the full operator experience:

* Their dashboard with their metrics
* Their applicants and clients
* Their credit reports
* Their reports and settings
* Everything scoped to that location's data

## The Banner

A persistent **amber banner** appears at the top of every page while impersonating:

* Shows "Admin Mode: Viewing \[Location Name]"
* Has an "Exit" button to stop impersonating
* Cannot be dismissed (safety feature)

<Warning>Only super admins can use View as Operator. If you don't see the button, you don't have the required permissions.</Warning>

## Tips

* The impersonation state survives page navigation (you can click around freely)
* Use Cmd+K (global search) while impersonating to find specific contacts in that location
* Combine with Demo Mode (Cmd+Shift+D) if you need to screen share what you're seeing