> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.valtimo.nl/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.valtimo.nl/configuration-guides/building-blocks/general.md).

# General

The General tab contains core configuration for a building block: metadata (name, key, description), plugin dependencies, and artwork. This tab is always the first one displayed when opening a building block.

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## Configuring general information

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Navigate to **Admin** in the sidebar
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Click **Building blocks**
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Select a building block from the list
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
The **General** tab is selected by default
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

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### General information

The metadata section contains the building block's identity fields.

| Property    | Description                                                         |
| ----------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Name        | Display name shown in the UI (required)                             |
| Key         | Unique identifier for the building block (read-only after creation) |
| Description | Optional text explaining the building block's purpose               |

Click **Save** after making changes to the name or description.

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### Plugins used

This read-only section displays which plugins the building block depends on. Plugin dependencies are determined by the processes and configurations within the building block.

For more information about plugins, see [Plugins](https://github.com/valtimo-platform/valtimo/tree/v13-stable/documentation/configuration-guides/plugins/README.md).

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### Artwork

Upload a PNG image to visually represent the building block.

| Requirement    | Value                        |
| -------------- | ---------------------------- |
| Format         | PNG only                     |
| Maximum size   | 10 MB                        |
| Recommendation | Use a transparent background |

To upload artwork:

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Click **Choose file**
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Select a PNG image
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Click **Upload**
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

If artwork is already uploaded, it will be displayed as a preview. Use the **Delete** button to remove existing artwork.