Difference between revisions of "Arcadia X Layout Picker"

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Overview

The Arcadia X layout picker enables the point-and-click configuration of portal sections using pre-made templates and the choice of Arcadia X themes and backgrounds. All Arcadia X sections built using the layout picker will be formatted for optimal viewing on a wide rage of devices. For novice users and those not familiar with html, the Arcadia X layout picker provides pre-made templates with various layouts eliminating the need for technical know-how. Arcadia X layouts built using the layout picker are responsive by default, making them accessible on devices with different screen sizes and resolutions.

How to Create an Arcadia X Section Using the Layout Picker

1. Click on the Configuration menu, select the Roles and Permissions link.
2. Under the User Role & Category Settings section, click on the User Roles hyperlink.
3. The Roles page is displayed.
4. Here you can either create a new role or edit an existing role. Once you've created a new role or clicked on an existing role the Edit Roles page will be displayed.
5. From the tab options displayed at the top of the page, click on Arcadia X. If this role was not configured with a portal before add a checkmark to the Activate checkbox and click Save.
6. Under the Action Tabs Section, click on the Add button.

7. Complete the required fields: Display Order, Caption, Description, Content Type (Select Sections radio button), URL (if necessary).

• Note - The Layout Picker is only available through the Sections Content Type.
  

8. Click Save to continue.
9. The Sections section is displayed.
10. Under the Sections section, click on the Add Layout button.
11. Displayed is the Layout Picker lightbox. Displayed are the available layout themes. Select the layout theme you want to build by clicking on the desired layout.
12. Displayed is the Layout Picker Section Designer. The Section Designer allows the easy population of content into a specific Arcadia X Section.

• Note: The section highlighted in blue is the section that you are currently editing.
  

13. Complete the following sections:

• Language
• Type
• Style Options
• Background Color
• Description
• Title (and Icon)
• Instruction
• URL
• System List View (and options)

14. Click Save when complete.

15. To preview your work, click on the Preview' button at the bottom of the Edit Roles page. A popup window will appear displaying the layout and options selected.

Notes

• This feature will configure sections for the Arcadia X interface only
• The layouts created are responsive by default

See Also

• Arcadia X - Building a Role Based Portal
• Arcadia X
• Maximize and Restore Arcadia X Sections