🧩Advanced Features

Explore advanced features for power users and complex financial planning

Last updated: 1/21/2025
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Advanced Features

Unlock the full potential of Projected Cash Flow with these advanced features.

Multi-Scenario Planning

What Are Scenarios?

Scenarios let you model different financial futures:

  • Optimistic: Best-case with raises and bonuses
  • Realistic: Most likely outcome
  • Conservative: Worst-case planning

Creating Scenarios

  1. Baseline Scenario

    • Start with current recurring transactions
    • Include confirmed one-time items
    • This is your "most likely" projection
  2. Alternative Scenarios

    • Duplicate baseline
    • Modify variables:
      • Income changes
      • Expense adjustments
      • Different purchase timings

Comparing Scenarios

View scenarios side-by-side to:

  • See impact of decisions
  • Identify risk points
  • Plan for contingencies

Custom Projection Ranges

Beyond Default Views

While default is 90 days, you can:

  • Short-term: 7-30 days for immediate planning
  • Medium-term: 3-6 months for quarterly goals
  • Long-term: Up to 1 year for annual planning

Rolling Projections

Set projections to automatically roll forward:

  • Always show next 90 days
  • Maintain 6-month horizon
  • Year-end target tracking

Account Groups

Organizing Multiple Accounts

Group accounts by purpose:

  • Operating: Checking + primary savings
  • Goals: Vacation, emergency, house funds
  • Investments: Brokerage, retirement
  • Debt: Credit cards, loans

Group Analytics

View metrics by group:

  • Combined balances
  • Net position
  • Cash flow between groups

Advanced Recurring Logic

Complex Patterns

Handle non-standard recurrences:

  • Bi-monthly: Every two months
  • Semi-annual: Twice per year
  • Irregular: Custom date lists

Variable Amounts

Set up patterns for varying amounts:

  • Seasonal utilities: Higher in summer/winter
  • Commission income: Based on quarterly performance
  • Graduated payments: Increasing loan payments

Dependencies

Link related transactions:

  • Bonus triggers extra loan payment
  • Low balance prevents subscription
  • Income determines savings rate

Cash Flow Analytics

Trend Analysis

Identify patterns over time:

  • Income stability: Consistency scores
  • Expense creep: Growth rates
  • Savings rate: Monthly trends

Key Metrics

Track important indicators:

  • Burn rate: Monthly expense average
  • Runway: Months of expenses covered
  • Growth rate: Income vs expense trends

Custom KPIs

Define your own metrics:

  • Minimum balance threshold
  • Savings percentage goals
  • Debt reduction targets

Automation Rules

Balance Alerts

Set up smart notifications:

IF checking_balance < $500 
THEN alert 3 days before

Transaction Rules

Automate transaction handling:

IF description contains "Netflix"
AND amount differs by >$5
THEN flag for review

Projection Adjustments

Auto-adjust based on patterns:

IF utility_bill varies >20%
THEN use 3-month average

Data Export & Integration

Export Formats

Download your data as:

  • CSV: For spreadsheet analysis
  • JSON: For custom applications
  • PDF: For reports and records

API Webhooks

Get notified of events:

  • New transaction patterns detected
  • Balance thresholds crossed
  • Projection significant changes

Third-Party Integration

Connect with other tools:

  • Budget apps
  • Spreadsheet automation
  • Financial dashboards

Advanced Security

Two-Factor Authentication

Extra security for your account:

  • SMS verification
  • Authenticator apps
  • Backup codes

API Key Management

Advanced key controls:

  • Expiration dates
  • Permission scopes
  • Usage monitoring

Audit Logs

Track all account activity:

  • Login history
  • Configuration changes
  • Data access logs

Power User Tips

Keyboard Shortcuts

Navigate faster with shortcuts:

  • ⌘ + K: Quick search
  • ⌘ + R: Refresh data
  • ⌘ + N: New transaction
  • ⌘ + /: Toggle help

Bulk Import

Import historical data:

  1. Export from other tools
  2. Format as CSV
  3. Map fields
  4. Import and verify

Custom Categories

Create detailed categorization:

  • Nested categories
  • Color coding
  • Icon selection
  • Budget allocation

Beta Features

Coming Soon

Features in development:

  • AI insights: Pattern predictions
  • Goal tracking: Visual progress
  • Collaborative planning: Shared accounts

Early Access

Join beta testing:

  1. Enable beta features in settings
  2. Provide feedback
  3. Help shape new features

Performance Optimization

Large Datasets

Handle thousands of transactions:

  • Enable pagination
  • Use date filters
  • Archive old data

Faster Loading

Optimize performance:

  • Cache settings
  • Prefetch preferences
  • Reduced animations

Developer Tools

Data API

Access your data programmatically:

  • RESTful endpoints
  • GraphQL queries
  • Webhook subscriptions

Custom Scripts

Extend functionality:

  • Transaction processors
  • Custom calculators
  • Report generators