Joomla! Documentation - User contributions [en]

User:Dpk

2014-07-07T20:34:42Z

Dpk:

I have been designing, building out, and supporting websites and webapps since 1995. The first content management software I used extensively was Movable Type. I also used Textpattern and WordPress back then, but they were most suited to small sites and blogs. Mambo, then Joomla, and occasionally Drupal became my preferred CMS 2009 or so when WordPress and several other open source CMS projects grew up. I've always tried to use the best tool for the job, from simple, static, hand-coded sites to multiple, integrated applications.

[http://newlocalmedia.com newlocalmedia.com]

[[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 19:41, 28 May 2008 (EDT)

User:Dpk

2014-07-07T20:33:45Z

Dpk:

I have been designing, building and supporting websites and webapps since 1995. The first content management software I used extensively was Movable Type. I also used Textpattern and WordPress back then, but they were most suited to small sites and blogs. Mambo, then Joomla, and occasionally Drupal became my preferred CMS 2009 or so when WordPress and several other open source CMS projects grew up. I've always tried to use the best tool for the job, from simple, static, hand-coded sites to multiple, integrated applications.

[http://newlocalmedia.com newlocalmedia.com]

[[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 19:41, 28 May 2008 (EDT)

User:Dpk

2014-07-07T20:10:16Z

Dpk:

[http://newlocalmedia.com newlocalmedia.com]

[[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 19:41, 28 May 2008 (EDT)

User:Dpk

2014-07-07T20:07:09Z

Dpk:

[http://www.newlocalmedia.com| newlocalmedia.com]

[[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 19:41, 28 May 2008 (EDT)

Archived talk:Adding custom fields to the article component

2014-07-07T20:04:03Z

Dpk: /* Similar tutorial for Joomla 3.x at Joomlart.com */

Great tutorial, will the patch be soon integrated to Joomla! packages ?
I had to install the patch in a Joomla 2.5.8 site in order to make the plugin work and I wonder if I will have to install the patch again after each update.

Thanks for your job anyway.

Thierry

----

Really useful tutorial, thanks. I just tried it on Joomla 3.1 and it doesn't work. I'll see if I can figure out what the issues are.

Andy G

: Thanks Andy, really appreciate that! [[User:Tom Hutchison|Tom Hutchison]] ([[User talk:Tom Hutchison|talk]]) 20:28, 7 January 2014 (CST)

== Doesn't work with newer joomla 2.5 versions (2.5 and above) ==

This article doesn't work anymore with joomla versions from 2.5.14 and above, as noted on the bugreport page. Also this article doesn't work with a 'default' joomla installation without the supplied patch. Might be neccessary to post this above the article, or to remove this as long as this doesn't work. --[[User:Spreadit|Spreadit]] ([[User talk:Spreadit|talk]]) 07:00, 4 February 2014 (CST)

== Similar tutorial for Joomla 3.x at Joomlart.com ==

This tutorial from Joomlart is similar but for Joomla 3: http://www.joomlart.com/tutorials/joomla-tutorials/extending-your-joomla-com-content

[[User:Dpk|Dpk]] ([[User talk:Dpk|talk]]) 15:04, 7 July 2014 (CDT)

Archived talk:Adding custom fields to the article component

2014-07-07T20:03:41Z

Dpk:

Security Checklist/Site Administration

2009-11-26T23:47:56Z

Dpk: /* Use well-formed passwords */

{{RightTOC}}

== Site Administration ==

===Use well-formed passwords===
: Change passwords regularly and keep them unique. A strong password has a random combination of letters, numbers, or symbols. Avoid using single names or words found in a dictionary. Never use the names of your relatives, pets, etc. Search the forums for a script supplied by Wizzie that automatically changes passwords. This is a great tool for administrators or multiple sites. There are numerous handy websites that have [http://strongpasswordgenerator.com strong password generators].

===Follow a password leveling scheme===
: Most users may not need more than three levels of passwords and webmasters no more than five. Each level must be completely unrelated to the others in terms of which usernames and passwords are used. Learn how to do this: [[How do you setup a powerful password scheme?]]

===Maintain a strong site backup process===
: Never rely on others' backups. Take responsibility for your backup procedures. Many ISPs state in their contract that you can not rely solely on their backups.

===Monitor crack attempts===
: VPS and dedicated server users can run TripWire or SAMHAIN. These applications provide exhaustive file checking and reporting functionality, and can be installed in a stealthy manner to help protect themselves in the event of a serious infiltration. (Note: Users of shared servers can not use this technique.)</li>

===Perform automated intrusion detection===
: Use an Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems to block/alert on malicious HTTP requests.
* [http://www.google.com/search?q=Intrusion+Prevention Google search]

===Perform manual intrusion detection===
: Regularly check raw logs for suspicious activity. Don't rely on summaries and graphs.

===Stay current with security patches and upgrades===
: Apply vendor-released security patches ASAP.
* Review the [http://docs.joomla.org/Vulnerable_Extensions_List vulnerable extensions]

===Proactively seek site vulnerabilities===
: Perform frequent web scanning.

* [http://www.google.com/search?q=%22web+scanning Google Search]

===Proactively seek SQL injections vulnerabilities===
: Use tools such as Paros Proxy for conducting automated SQL Injection tests against your PHP applications.
<ul>
<li>[http://www.google.com/search?q=%22SQL+Injection Google Search]</li>
<li>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SQL_injection Wikipedia Article]</li>
</ul>

===Use shell scripts to automate security tasks===
: Search the forums for these popular scripts:
<ul>
<li>Joomla! Version Checking</li>
<li>Joomla! Component/Module Version Checking</li>
<li>Exploit Checking</li>
</ul>

===Learn about security software===
: There is not a single tool that can protect your site. If there were, it would be so heavily targeted that it would probably become a liability.

===Don't reinvent every wheel===
: Every now and then hire a professional Joomla! security consultant to review your configurations. Do you remember the adage, ''"Anyone who acts as their own lawyer has a fool for a client."'' The same goes for Web development. Don't expect to catch all of your own security mistakes.

== Choose A Checklist==
# [[Security Checklist 1 - Getting Started|Getting Started]]
# [[Security Checklist 2 - Hosting and Server Setup|Hosting and Server Setup]]
# [[Security Checklist 3 - Testing and Development|Testing and Development]]
# [[Security Checklist 4 - Joomla Setup|Joomla Setup]]
# [[Security Checklist 5 - Site Administration|Site Administration]]
# [[Security Checklist 6 - Site Recovery|Site Recovery]]


[[Category:Security Checklist]]

Security Checklist/Site Administration

2009-11-26T23:47:43Z

Dpk: /* Site Administration */

{{RightTOC}}

== Site Administration ==

===Use well-formed passwords===
: Change passwords regularly and keep them unique. A strong password has a random combination of letters, numbers, or symbols. Avoid using single names or words found in a dictionary. Never use the names of your relatives, pets, etc. Search the forums for a script supplied by Wizzie that automatically changes passwords. This is a great tool for administrators or multiple sites. There are numerous handy websites that have [http://strongpasswordgenerator.com|strong password generators].

===Follow a password leveling scheme===
: Most users may not need more than three levels of passwords and webmasters no more than five. Each level must be completely unrelated to the others in terms of which usernames and passwords are used. Learn how to do this: [[How do you setup a powerful password scheme?]]

===Maintain a strong site backup process===
: Never rely on others' backups. Take responsibility for your backup procedures. Many ISPs state in their contract that you can not rely solely on their backups.

===Monitor crack attempts===
: VPS and dedicated server users can run TripWire or SAMHAIN. These applications provide exhaustive file checking and reporting functionality, and can be installed in a stealthy manner to help protect themselves in the event of a serious infiltration. (Note: Users of shared servers can not use this technique.)</li>

===Perform automated intrusion detection===
: Use an Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems to block/alert on malicious HTTP requests.
* [http://www.google.com/search?q=Intrusion+Prevention Google search]

===Perform manual intrusion detection===
: Regularly check raw logs for suspicious activity. Don't rely on summaries and graphs.

===Stay current with security patches and upgrades===
: Apply vendor-released security patches ASAP.
* Review the [http://docs.joomla.org/Vulnerable_Extensions_List vulnerable extensions]

===Proactively seek site vulnerabilities===
: Perform frequent web scanning.

* [http://www.google.com/search?q=%22web+scanning Google Search]

===Proactively seek SQL injections vulnerabilities===
: Use tools such as Paros Proxy for conducting automated SQL Injection tests against your PHP applications.
<ul>
<li>[http://www.google.com/search?q=%22SQL+Injection Google Search]</li>
<li>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SQL_injection Wikipedia Article]</li>
</ul>

===Use shell scripts to automate security tasks===
: Search the forums for these popular scripts:
<ul>
<li>Joomla! Version Checking</li>
<li>Joomla! Component/Module Version Checking</li>
<li>Exploit Checking</li>
</ul>

===Learn about security software===
: There is not a single tool that can protect your site. If there were, it would be so heavily targeted that it would probably become a liability.

===Don't reinvent every wheel===
: Every now and then hire a professional Joomla! security consultant to review your configurations. Do you remember the adage, ''"Anyone who acts as their own lawyer has a fool for a client."'' The same goes for Web development. Don't expect to catch all of your own security mistakes.

== Choose A Checklist==
# [[Security Checklist 1 - Getting Started|Getting Started]]
# [[Security Checklist 2 - Hosting and Server Setup|Hosting and Server Setup]]
# [[Security Checklist 3 - Testing and Development|Testing and Development]]
# [[Security Checklist 4 - Joomla Setup|Joomla Setup]]
# [[Security Checklist 5 - Site Administration|Site Administration]]
# [[Security Checklist 6 - Site Recovery|Site Recovery]]


[[Category:Security Checklist]]

Security Checklist/Site Administration

2009-11-26T23:46:08Z

Dpk: /* Follow a password leveling scheme */

Security Checklist/Site Administration

2009-11-26T23:43:39Z

Dpk: /* Follow a password leveling scheme */

{{RightTOC}}

== Site Administration ==

===Use well-formed passwords===
: Change passwords regularly and keep them unique. Use a random combination of letters, numbers, or symbols and avoid using single names or words found in a dictionary. Never use the names of your relatives, pets, etc. Search the forums for a script supplied by Wizzie that automatically changes passwords. This is a great tool for administrators or multiple sites.

===Follow a password leveling scheme===
: Most users may not need more than three levels of passwords and webmasters no more than five. Each level must be completely unrelated to the others in terms of which usernames and passwords are used.

Level 5 (Public) - is the password you use on public sites. It is not imperative that you use a different password on every site. In fact it's more effective to use a different username on every site than it is to use a different password truth be told! Knowing the username allows easy hacking...half the work is done! knowing the password is useless unless you know what account it goes to!
Level 4 (Webmaster) - Reserved for SQL Only. this is a password that would only be used by SQL and limited to a specific database in SQL. The best way to protect SQL is by limiting each account to just being able to do the minimum that DB requires. In some cases it is even wise to have a read only account for display and a separate write account that the backend write functions use. But that doesn't apply to J! at all... for J! the best practice is to set up an individual account (not root for sure) that only has read and write access to the J! DB nothing else.
Level 3 (Webmaster) - FTP and Server Access. these can be the same user:pass combo since both if compromised can do the most damage. doesn't matter if the backend or Cpanel is safe if the FTP is not and the same goes the other way!
Level 2 (Personal Data Access) - This password should be used for any sites or locations that contain personal data with the exception of Banking (see level 1). these sites are often used for social engineering data such as medical records, service accounts and any financial records not directly related to banking! You want these to be secure but also different from the real threat of security...your money!
Level 1 (Banking!) - this needs to be the most secure in fact if you have two different banks it actually pays to have a different user:pass for each just to be sure!

===Maintain a strong site backup process===
: Never rely on others' backups. Take responsibility for your backup procedures. Many ISPs state in their contract that you can not rely solely on their backups.

===Monitor crack attempts===
: VPS and dedicated server users can run TripWire or SAMHAIN. These applications provide exhaustive file checking and reporting functionality, and can be installed in a stealthy manner to help protect themselves in the event of a serious infiltration. (Note: Users of shared servers can not use this technique.)</li>

===Perform automated intrusion detection===
: Use an Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems to block/alert on malicious HTTP requests.
* [http://www.google.com/search?q=Intrusion+Prevention Google search]

===Perform manual intrusion detection===
: Regularly check raw logs for suspicious activity. Don't rely on summaries and graphs.

===Stay current with security patches and upgrades===
: Apply vendor-released security patches ASAP.
* Review the [http://docs.joomla.org/Vulnerable_Extensions_List vulnerable extensions]

===Proactively seek site vulnerabilities===
: Perform frequent web scanning.

* [http://www.google.com/search?q=%22web+scanning Google Search]

===Proactively seek SQL injections vulnerabilities===
: Use tools such as Paros Proxy for conducting automated SQL Injection tests against your PHP applications.
<ul>
<li>[http://www.google.com/search?q=%22SQL+Injection Google Search]</li>
<li>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SQL_injection Wikipedia Article]</li>
</ul>

===Use shell scripts to automate security tasks===
: Search the forums for these popular scripts:
<ul>
<li>Joomla! Version Checking</li>
<li>Joomla! Component/Module Version Checking</li>
<li>Exploit Checking</li>
</ul>

===Learn about security software===
: There is not a single tool that can protect your site. If there were, it would be so heavily targeted that it would probably become a liability.

===Don't reinvent every wheel===
: Every now and then hire a professional Joomla! security consultant to review your configurations. Do you remember the adage, ''"Anyone who acts as their own lawyer has a fool for a client."'' The same goes for Web development. Don't expect to catch all of your own security mistakes.

== Choose A Checklist==
# [[Security Checklist 1 - Getting Started|Getting Started]]
# [[Security Checklist 2 - Hosting and Server Setup|Hosting and Server Setup]]
# [[Security Checklist 3 - Testing and Development|Testing and Development]]
# [[Security Checklist 4 - Joomla Setup|Joomla Setup]]
# [[Security Checklist 5 - Site Administration|Site Administration]]
# [[Security Checklist 6 - Site Recovery|Site Recovery]]


[[Category:Security Checklist]]

J1.5:User Group Access levels explained in simple terms

2009-04-22T20:44:44Z

Dpk: /* Summary */

== Foreword ==

I've never been able to locate a "Plain Talk" version of how Joomla's access groups work, so I thought I'd attempt to create one myself. I created this in the process of doing training documentation for a client. I hope this helps out those of you who have had a hard time finding resources to explain the concept, and I'd appreciate comments and corrections. Note: I am NOT a core dev, just a developer who wants to give something back to the community.

== Audience ==

This document is targeted at new users who have successfully completed a Joomla install and have accessed the Admin Backend, and upon creating their first, users wondered what the heck those Group levels mean!

== Access Levels ==

Joomla controls access to certain areas and features of a site through use of a basic ACL, or Access Control Level mechanism called Groups. Certain groups have certain access level features and they are directly related to the creation, editing and publishing of content (through the Frontend and Backend interfaces) as well as to access to the Administrative (Backend) interface.

Each group has different levels of access control and once a user is made a member of that group, they inherit those rights. Note that the 'Public Front-end' and 'Public Back-end' groups are merely placeholders at this point in time. They are not valid group selections at this time, but in the future, they will define the default access levels for anonymous users in the Front-end and Back-end systems. The Joomla ACL is currently undergoing further development to allow greater control over aspects and access to the site. Future ACL enhancements are outlined in the “Joomla Roadmap”, (among other future plans) and is available at http://www.joomla.org/content/view/14/28/.

There are four (4) Front-end groups available:

'''Registered''' - This group allows the user to login to the Frontend interface. Registered users can't contribute content, but this may allow them access to other areas, like a forum or download section if your site has one.

'''Author''' - This group allows a user to post content, usually via a link in the User Menu. They can submit new content, select options to show the item on the front page and select dates for publishing but they cannot directly publish any content. When content is submitted by an Author level user, they receive the message, “Thanks for your submission. Your submission will now be reviewed before being posted to the site.” They can edit only their own articles but only when that article has been published and is visible.

'''Editor''' - This group allows a user to post and edit any (not just their own) content item from the Frontend. They can also edit content that has not been published. If your site uses the default installation’s menu option “News”, which is a Table List – Content Section type, Editors will see unpublished articles in the list that they can select for editing, where as an Author or Public (unregistered) user will not even see the unpublished items in the list. Still, Editor users cannot, publish or change the publishing status of any articles, even their own.

'''Publisher''' - This group allows a user to post, edit and publish any (not just their own) content item from the Front-end. Publishers can review all articles, edit and change publishing options but the can also determine when an article is ready for publication, making it visible to Registered, Author and the Unregistered Public (depending on what visibility was chosen in the article, of course!)

There are three (3) Administration section groups that allow access to Joomla:

'''Manager''' - This group allows access to content creation and other system information from the Backend. Think of Manager users as Publishers, with Backend access. They can log in through the Administrator interface, but their rights and access are generally restricted to content management. They can create or edit any content, access to some Backend only features like adding, deleting and editing Sections and Categories, editing the Front Page and Menus, but they don’t have any access to the “Mechanics” of Joomla, like user management or the ability to install components or modules. Note that if a Manager logs in through the Frontend interface, they’re treated just like a Publisher, with the same rights and access.

'''Administrator''' - This group allows access to most administration functions. An Administrator user has all the privileges on the back end of a Manager, but they also have access to set options on, and install/delete components, modules and bots, User Manager access and can view the site statistics. What they cannot do however is change, edit or install Site Templates or make any changes to the sites Global configuration options. On login through the Frontend, they are treated as Publishers, just like the Manger users. Interesting to note; when an Administrator accesses the User Manager list, they will see all users at their access level or below; in other words they can modify any user EXCEPT a Super Administrator – in fact, they will not even see Super Administrator accounts in the list! Also, they cannot create additional Super Administrator level accounts, only a Super Admin can do that.

'''Super Administrator''' - This group allows access to all administration functions. Only another Super Administrator can create or edit a Super Administrator user account. Full access to ALL AREAS is given to Super Administrators, and once created they cannot be deleted – EVEN BY ANOTHER SUPER ADMIN! (Users with access directly to the MySQL database may be able to manually delete these users, but it is not for the timid and can result in a full lockout!)

Because of this, give a bit of thought to who you need to grant this highest level of access to. Super Admins, while they cannot delete another SA can block the user from logging in or change the password on another SA account. Like the other Backend user accounts, SA’s are treated as Publishers when they login through the Frontend interface.

== Summary ==

As mentioned previously, the Joomla ACL is currently in further development as of the writing of this document and will provide new features and greater control. However these enhancements won’t be seen until Joomla 1.6, currently expected some time in 2009,

Many third-party extensions exist to extend the Joomla ACL, but due diligence should be exercised with ANY ACL extension – not only in how it affects currently available extensions for Joomla, but also how it may or may not cooperate with future releases of Joomla.

[[Category:Tips and tricks]]
[[Category:Tips and tricks 1.0]]
[[Category:Tips and tricks 1.5]]

Help15 talk:Screen.config.15

2009-03-24T17:40:31Z

Dpk: /* web services */

Sorry Scsa20 - I had forgotten about the major edits warning and just got carried away. Am fairly new to this wiki thing. Hope my edits didn't get in the way. [[User:Mike dowler|Mike dowler]] 18:21, 19 January 2008 (EST)

Nope, your cool, I was working on a different section of that page at the time. --[[User:Scsa20|Scsa20]] 19:57, 19 January 2008 (EST)

==web services==

As of Joomla 1.5.9, the web services config setting defaults to OFF, contrary to this documentation page. It's not clear to the average user what this setting does. [[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 17:40, 24 March 2009 (UTC)

Help15 talk:Screen.config.15

2009-03-24T17:40:19Z

Dpk:

Chunk:Help screen column header Sticky

2008-11-07T03:50:27Z

Dpk:

*'''Sticky.''' Whether or not the Banner is "sticky". If one or more Banners in a Category are designated "sticky," they will take priority over Banners that are not sticky. For example, if two Banners in a Category are sticky and a third Banner is not sticky, the third Banner will not display if the Banner display module setting is "Sticky, Randomize" or "Sticky, Order." Only the two sticky Banners will display. If the sticky banners may have a fixed number of impressions, once those impressions are used up, the sticky banners will no longer display, and the non-sticky banners will begin displaying automatically.

Help15:Screen.modulessite.edit.15

2008-11-07T03:45:15Z

Dpk: /* Banner */

==How to access==
Navigate to the [[screen.modules.15|Module Manager]]. To create a new Module, press the "New" button on the toolbar. To edit an existing Module, click on the Module Name or click on the Module's checkbox and press the Edit button on the toolbar.

==Description==
This is where you will add new Modules or edit existing Modules for the front end of your Joomla! web site. When you install Joomla!, 20 built-in Modules are available for use in the front end of your web site. Some Modules, like the Menu Module, are used in every Joomla! web site. Other Modules are optional.

Note that all Module Types have the same fields in the Details and Menu Assignment sections. These are documented in the [[screen.modules.edit.15|Module Manager - New/Edit]] screen. Each Module Type has different Parameter fields. These are documented for each Module Type below.

==Screenshot==
[[Image:Module_new.png|frame|center]]
Note that if you install one or more Joomla! Extensions, these Extensions may add new Module Types. In this case, your screen will show additional Types.

==Module Types==
When the New button is pressed, the Module:[New] screen displays all of the Module Types available for new new Module. You can select the desired type either by clicking on the Module Name or by clicking on the Module's radio button and pressing the Next button on the toolbar. Note that you can cancel this action by pressing the Cancel button on the toolbar.

A standard Joomla! installation includes 20 Module Types. Each has it's own function and it's own Parameters, as described below.

===Archived Content===
This Module shows Articles that have been set to Archived. The Articles are available behind a Month/Year directory list, as shown in the example below.[[Image:Archive_module1.png|frame|center]] Selecting a month link shows a screen like the one below.[[Image:Archive_module2.png|frame|center]]
Articles are stored by creation date not archival date. Only those months and years with archived Articles will be displayed. This list is generated automatically.

The Module Type name for this is "mod_archive". This module does not relate to any other component. This Module provides functionality that is similar to the Archived Article List Layout available on the [[screen.menus.edit.15#Archived Article List|Menu Item Manager New / Edit]] screen.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Archive_module_parameters1.png|frame|center]]
*'''Count.''' The number of Articles to display.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:Archive_module_parameters2.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}

===Banner===
This Module allows you to show active Banners from the Banner Component created in the [[screen.banners.15|Banner Manager]] screen. The Module Type name for this is "mod_banners".

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Banner_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Target}}
*'''Count.''' The number of Banners to display.
*'''Banner Client.''' The Client for this Banner Module. Select from the drop-down list box of Banner Clients. Banner Clients are created in the [[screen.banners.client.15|Banner Client Manager]] screen.
*'''Category.''' The Category for this Banner Module. Select from the drop-down list box of Banner Categories. Banner Categories are created in the [[screen.bannercategories.15|Banner Category Manager]] screen.
*'''Search By Tags.''' Whether or not to select the Banner by matching the Banner Tags to the current Article keywords.
*'''Randomise.''' Sticky, Ordering / Sticky, Randomise. "Sticky, Ordering" means that the Banners will display sequentially. If any banners have been designated "sticky" only they will be shown sequentially until they use up their allotted impressions (unless they have unlimited impressions) and then non-sticky banners will be displayed in sequence. "Sticky, Randomise" means that the Banners will be displayed in random order, again with only sticky banners selected from in the random group as long as their are active sticky banners.
*'''Header Text.''' Text to display before the Banner group.
*'''Footer Text.''' Text to display after the Banner group.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:Banner_module_parameters_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Breadcrumbs===
This Module shows a set of navigation links that illustrates where you are inside the web site and allows you to navigate back. An example is shown below:[[Image:Breadcrumbs_example.png|frame|center]] The Module Type name for this is "mod_breadcrumbs". This Module does not relate to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Breadcrumbs_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Show Home.''' Whether or not to show the Home page in the Breadcrumbs path.
*'''Text for Home entry.''' The text to display for the Home page in the Breadcrumbs.
*'''Text Serarator.''' The text to use to separate navigation elements. If blank, ">>" is used.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:Breadcrumbs_parameters_advanced.png|frame|center]]
*'''Caching.''' The only valid value is "Never".
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Custom HTML===
This allows you to create a Module that contains any valid HTML code. There are many cases where you might want to put free-form HTML inside a web page. For example, you might want to create an HTML Image Map or you might want to copy HTML code from PayPal, Amazon, or some other site.

The Custom HTML Module allows you to create a self-contained HTML unit and then put it in any valid location on a page.

'''Custom Output'''

When you create or edit a Custom HTML Module, an editor session is opened using your default editor.

:''Important Note:'' The TinyMCE editor does not allow you to enter certain HTML tags. To work around this, you can temporarily change your User's editor to "No Editor", create the Custom HTML Module, and then change the editor back to TinyMCE. Another option is to use an editor from an Extension that allows HTML code to be entered.

An example of a Custom HTML editor session is shown below. Note that the "No Editor" option is being used.[[Image:Custom_html_example.png|frame|center]]

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Custom_html_parameters.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

===Feed Display===
This Module shows an RSS News Feed from a website. An example is shown below:[[Image:Newsfeed_module_example.png|frame|center]] The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_feed". This Module is not related to the News Feeds Component or the News Feeds Layouts in the [[Screen.menus.edit.15#Single Feed Layout|Menu Items - New/Edit]] screen but is an alternative that allows a feed to display in a Module position.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Newsfeed_parameters.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}
*'''Feed URL.''' The URL address of the RSS news feed.
*'''RTL Feed''' Whether or not the feed is in a language that reads from right to left.
*'''Feed Title.''' Whether or not to display the Feed Title.
*'''Feed Description.''' Whether or not to display the Feed Description.
*'''Feed Image.''' Whether or not to display the Feed Image.
*'''Items.''' The number of news feed items to display.
*'''Item Description.''' Whether or not to show the Description or Into Text of individual items.
*'''Word Count.''' The maximum number of words to display in the Item Description. A value of 0 will display the entire Item Description.

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:Newsfeed_module_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
*'''Cache Time.''' The length of time, in seconds, before the Module is re-cached.

===Footer===
This Module displays the web site copyright and Joomla! license information, as shown in the example below:
[[Image:Footer_module_example.png|frame|center]] The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_footer". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Footer_parameters.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}

===Latest News===
This Module shows a list of the most recently published Articles. An example is shown below:[[Image:Latest_module_example.png|frame|center]]

The Module Type name for this is "mod_latest". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Latest_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Count.''' The number of Articles to show.
*'''Order.''' Recently Added First or Recently Modified First. Whether to show the Articles based on the date added or the date modified.
*'''Authors.''' Anyone, Added or modified by Me, or Not added or modified by me. Optional filter to limit the display to Articles based on whether they were authored or modified by the current user. Only applies if a user is logged in to the site.
*'''Front Page Articles.''' Show or Hide Articles published to the Front Page.
*'''Section ID.''' Optional filter to select Articles only from specific Sections. Include one or more Section ID numbers, separated by a comma (for example, "12,15").
*'''Category ID.''' Optional filter to select Articles only from specific Categories. Include one or more Category ID numbers, separated by a comma (for example, "12,15").
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}
[[Image:Latest_parameters_advanced.png|frame|center]]

===Login===
This Module displays a username and password Login form. It also displays a link to retrieve a forgotten password. An example is shown below:[[Image:Login_module_example.png|frame|center]]
The Module Type name for this is "mod_login". If User registration is enabled in the User Settings of the [[screen.config.15#User Settings|Global Configuration]] screen, then the link "Create an Account" will be shown to invite Users to self-register.

This module is not related to any other component. Similar functionality can also be provided with a Menu Item of type Default Login Layout. See the [[screen.menus.edit.15#Default Login Layout|Menu Item New/Edit]] screen for more information.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Login_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Caching.''' Caching is not allowed, so "Never" is always selected.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}
*'''Pre-text.''' Optional text or HTML to display above the login form.
*'''Post-text.''' Optional text or HTML to display below the login form.
*'''Login Redirection Page.''' The page to load after a successful login. Select from the drop-down list box. If no page is selected, the home page will be used.
*'''Logout Redirection Page.''' The page to load after a successful logout. Select from the drop-down list box. If no page is selected, the home page will be used.
*'''Greeting.''' Whether or not to show the simple greeting text, for example, "Hi Administrator".
*'''Name/Username.''' Whether to use the user's Name or Username in the simple greeting.
*'''Encrypt Login Form.''' Whether or not to encrypt the login form using SSL. Do not enable this option if Joomla! is not accessible using the "https://" prefix.

===Menu===
This Module allows you to place your Menus on the page. Every Joomla! website has at least one Menu that is created in the [[screen.menumanager.15|Menu Manager]] screen. The Menu Module allows you place all or part of the selected Menu at the desired position and on the desired web pages. The name for this Module is "mod_mainmenu".

'''Module Parameters'''

The Menu Module has the following Module Paramters:
[[Image:Menu_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Menu Name.''' The name of the Menu created in the [[screen.menumanager.15|Menu Manager]] screen. The default is "mainmenu". Note that you can have more than one Menu Module with the same Menu Name specified here (for example, if you are using Start and End Levels).
*'''Menu Style.''' The style of the menu. The options are as follows:
** ''List.'' Joomla! 1.5 List style. This is the style used by the menus in the Sample website.
** ''Legacy Vertical.'' Compatible with Joomla! 1.0 vertical style.
** ''Legacy Horizontal.'' Compatible with Joomla! 1.0 horizontal style.
** ''Legacy Flat List.'' Compatible with Joomla! 1.0 flat list style.
'''Start and End Levels'''

Start and End Levels can be used to display different parts of one menu at different locations. For example, say you have one Menu with three levels as follows:
:Menu Item 1
:Menu Item 2
::Menu Item 2.1
:::Menu Item 2.1.1
:::Menu Item 2.1.2
::Menu Item 2.2
:Menu Item 3
Using Start Level and End Level, you could show this one Menu as three different small menus on your pages. To do this, you would:
#Create a "Main" menu with a Start Level of 0 and End Level of 1. This Module would display on all Menu Selections.
#Your "Middle" Menu Module would have Start Level of 1 and End Level of 2. It would only display Menu Items 2.1 and 2.2. It could be placed at a different Position than the "Main" menu and might only display on Menu Selection pages for Menu Items 2, 2.1, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, and 2.2.
#The "Third" Menu Module would have Start Level of 2 and End Level of 3, so it would only display Menu Items 2.1.1 and 2.1.2. It could be placed at a different Position from the other Menu Modules. It might only have a Menu Assignment for the Menu Items 2.1, 2.1.1, and 2.1.2.
In this way, you can have one large, multi-level Menu but break it up into separate Modules. Also, doing a Menu in this manner has the advantage of making the Breadcrumbs Module display in a hierarchical manner.
*'''Start Level.''' Optional level to start the display of the Menu. Default is 0 for the Top Level.
*'''End Level.''' Optional level to end the display of the Menu. Default is 0, which will display all levels of the menu.
*'''Always show sub-menu Items.''' Whether or not to show sub-menu items when the parent is not active. If "No", a sub-menu Item will only display when the parent Item is clicked. If "Yes", sub-menu Items will always display in the menu.
*'''Target Position.''' Optional Javascript values, in pixels, to position a Popup window (for example, "top=50,left=50,width=200,height=300"). This is used in some templates to specify the location of drop-down or pop-up menus.

'''Advanced Parameters'''

[[Image:Menu_module_advanced_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Show Whitespace.''' Whether or not to show whitespace in the rendered XHTML. Whitespace includes spaces, tabs, newlines, and other formatting characters that don't affect the XHTML content. Note that this setting does not affect the appearance of the page. It only affects the appearance of the XHTML source code (for example, if you look at the source code from your browser).
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Menu Tag ID}}
{{colheader|Menu Class Suffix}}
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}
*'''Maximum Menu Depth.'''

'''Other Parameters'''

[[Image:Menu_module_other_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Show Menu Images.''' Whether or not to show Menu Images for the Menu Items.
*'''Menu Image Alignment.''' Whether to align the images to the left or the right.
*'''Menu Image Link.''' Whether or not to have the image be a link to the Menu Item.
*'''Expand Menu.''' Whether or not to expand the menu so that all sub-menu items are always visible.
*'''Activate Parent.''' Whether or not to set the ID's of the parent Menu Items as active when a sub-menu choice is activated.
*'''Full Active Highlighting.''' Whether or not to enable activation of the Link - Article and Link - URL. Note that setting this to "Yes" can cause the loss of XHTML compliance if more than one item is active.
*'''Indent Image.''' What image will be shown for each indented sub-level of menu item. Options are:
**''Template.'' The Template will control the indenting images.
**''Joomla! default images.'' Joomla! default images for indenting will be used.
**''Use Parameters Below.'' Image file for each level 1 - 6 will be as indicated in the values below.
**''None.'' Images will not be indented.
*'''Indent Image 1 - 6.''' Select an image file from the drop-down list box for each of the sub-levels 1 - 6. The images are selected from the "images/M_images" folder.
*'''Spacer.''' Spacer for horizontal menu. Enter any characters here to display between Menu Items.
*'''End Spacer.''' End spacer for horizontal menu. Enter any characters here to display after the last Menu Item on a horizontal menu.

===Most Read Content===
This Module displays a list of Articles with the highest hit counts. An example is shown below:[[Image:most_read_example.png|frame|center]]

The Module Type name for this is "mod_mostread". This Module is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_parameters.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}
*'''Front Page Articles.''' Whether to Show or Hide Front Page Articles in the list.
*'''Count.''' The number of Articles to display in the list. The default value is 5.
*'''Category ID.''' Optional list of Category ID's. This will include only Articles in the listed Categories. Type a list of Category ID's, separated by a comma (for example, "29,31"). You can find the Category ID in the ID column of the [[screen.contentcategories.15|Category Manager]] screen.
*'''Section ID.''' Optional list of Section ID's. This will include only Articles in the listed Sections. Type a list of Section ID's, separated by a comma (for example, "1,4"). You can find the Section ID in the ID column of the [[screen.sections.15|Section Manager]] screen.

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===NewsFlash===
This Module shows one or more Articles from one Category each time the page is refreshed. One random Article or a list of Articles can be displayed. An example is shown below.[[Image:newsflash_example.png|frame|center]]

The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_newsflash". This Module is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:newsflash_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Category.''' Select one Category from the drop-down list box.
*'''Layout.'''
**''Randomly choose one at a time.'' Display one Article at random from the selected Category each time the page is refreshed.
**''Horizontal.'' Display the number of Articles listed in "# of Articles" Parameter in horizontal columns.
**''Vertical.'' Display the number of Articles listed in "# of Articles" Parameter in a vertical layout.
*'''Show Images.''' Whether or not to show any images in the Article.
{{colheader|Title Linkable}}
*'''Show last separator.''' Whether or not to show a separator after the last Article.
*'''Read more... link.''' Whether to Hide or Show the Read more... link.
*'''Article Title.''' Whether or not to show the Article Title.
*'''# of Articles.''' The number of Articles to display if a Horizontal or Vertical Layout is selected above. If blank, 5 Articles will display. Articles are displayed based on their order within the Category in the [[Screen.content.15|Article Manager]] screen.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Poll===
This Module shows a Poll that was created using the [[screen.polls.15|Poll Manager]] screen. The user can vote for an option or see the results of the Poll. An example is shown below:
[[Image:poll_module_example.png|frame|center]]
The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_poll". If you press the "Results" button, the current Poll results display, similar to the Internal Link - Polls Layout available in the [[Screen.menus.edit.15#Internal Link - Polls|Menu Item Manager - New/Edit]] screen. An example of pressing the "Results" button is shown below:
[[Image:poll_module_results_example.png|frame|center]]

The Poll Module works with the Polls Component created in the [[screen.polls.15|Poll Manager]] screen.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:poll_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Poll.''' Select the Poll to display from the drop-down list box. Only Polls created in the [[screen.polls.15|Poll Manager]] screen will display.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Random Image===
This Module displays a random image from a directory. An example is shown below:[[Image:random_image_example.png|frame|center]]
The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_random_image". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:random_image_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Image Type.''' The type of image to display. Options are "jpg", "png", "gif", and so on. The default is "jpg".
*'''Image Folder.''' The folder on the server that stores the image files. The path is relative to the site URL (for example, "images/stories").
*'''Link.''' Optional web site to link to when image is clicked.
*'''Width (px).''' Optional image width, in pixels. If entered, image will be forced to this width.
*'''Height (px).''' Optional image height, in pixels. If entered, image will be forced to this height.

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Related Articles===
This Module shows a list of Articles that are related to the current Article being viewed by the user (for example, a Article Layout or a Blog or List layout where the user has clicked on an Article link). Articles are considered to be related to each other if they share at least one Keyword in the Article's Metadata Information. Article Keywords are entered in the Metadata Information section of the [[screen.content.edit.15#Metadata Information|Article Manager - New/Edit]] screen.

An example is shown below:[[Image:related_items_example.png|frame|center]]

The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_related_items". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:related_items_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Show Date.''' Whether to Hide or Show the Article's creation date.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Search===
This Module displays a Search entry field where the user can type in a phrase and press Enter to search the web site. An example of a Search results screen is shown below:
[[Image:search_module_example.png|frame|center]]
The Module Type name for this module is "mod_search". It is similar in function to the Internal Link - Search Layout available in the [[screen.menus.edit.15#Internal Link - Search|Menu Item Manager - New/Edit]] screen. This Module is not related to any other components.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:search_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}
*'''Box Width.''' The size of the search box, in characters. Default value is 20.
*'''Text.''' Default text to display in the Search box. If blank, the "search box" field from the language file will be used.
*'''Search button.''' Whether or not to display a Search button. If no button is displayed, the user starts the search by pressing Enter.
*'''Button Position.''' Position of the Search button. Options are Right, Left, Top, or Bottom.
*'''Search button as image.''' Whether or not to display the Search button as an image. If yes, the image file must be named "searchButton.gif" and be located in the "images/M_images" folder.
*'''Button Text.''' The text to display in the Search button. If left blank, the "search" string from the language file will be used.

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Sections===
This Module shows a list of all Sections in the web site database. Sections are set up using the [[screen.sections.15|Section Manager]] screen. If the parameter ''Show Unauthorized Links'' is set to "No", only Sections that the User can access will be shown. An example of the Sections Module is shown below:
[[Image:Sections_module_example.png|frame|center]]
The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_sections". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Sections_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Count.''' The number of Sections to display. The default value is 5.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}
*'''Show Unauthorized Links.''' Whether or not to show Sections that the current User can not access. If set to "No", only Sections that the User can access will display. A User can access a Section if the User's Access Level (for example, Public, Registered, and so on) is equal to or higher than the Section's Access Level.

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Statistics===
This Module shows a set of web site statistics. An example is shown below:
[[Image:Stats_module_example.png|frame|center]]
The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_stats". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Paramters'''
[[Image:Stats_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Server Info.''' Whether or not to show server information.
*'''Site Info.''' Whether or not to show site information.
*'''Hit Counter.''' Whether or not to show hit counter information.
*'''Increase Counter.''' Optional number to increase "Content View Hits" by. This number is added to the actual number of hits.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

===Syndicate===
This Module creates a RSS Feed link for the page. This allows a User to create a newsfeed for the current page. An example is shown below.
[[Image:Syndicate_module_example.png|frame|center]]
The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_syndicate". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Syndicate_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Caching.''' Always set to "Never".
*'''Text.''' Text to be displayed next to the RSS Link button. If left blank, the default text "Feed Entries" will display. If you do not want to display any text, type a space inside double quotes (" ").
*'''Format.''' Format of the newsfeed. Options are RSS 2.0 or Atom 1.0.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

===Who's Online===
This Module displays information about Users currently browsing the web site. An example is shown below:
[[Image:Whosonline_module_example.png|frame|center]]
The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_whosonline". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Whosonline_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
*'''Caching.''' Always set to "Never".
*'''Display.'''
**''# of Guests / Members.'' Display the total number of Guests (Users who are not logged in) and Members (Users who are logged in).
**''Member Names.'' Display a list of the names of Members logged in. No count of Guests will display.
**''Both.'' A count of users and a list of Member Names will both display.
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}

===Wrapper===
This Module allows you to insert an external web site into an IFrame at the Module position. If the web page is bigger than the Module size, scroll bars can be displayed. An example is shown below.
[[Image:Wrapper_module_example.png|frame|center]]

This Module provides functionality similar to the Internal Link - Wrapper Layout in the [[Screen.menus.edit.15#Internal Link - Wrapper|Menu Item Manager - New/Edit]] screen. The Module Type name for this Module is "mod_wrapper". It is not related to any other component.

'''Module Parameters'''
[[Image:Wrapper_module_parameters.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Module Class Suffix}}
*'''URL.''' URL for the web site to be wrapped.
*'''Scroll Bars.''' Whether or not to provide scroll bars for the IFrame. If the setting is "Auto", scroll bars will be provided automatically if needed.
*'''Width.''' Width of the IFrame, in pixels. If you add a "%" to the end of the number, it is read as a percentage instead of pixels.
*'''Height.''' Height of the IFrame, in pixels.
*'''Auto Height.''' Whether or not to set the height automatically to the size of the external page.
*'''Auto Add.''' Whether or not to automatically add "http:" or "https:" to the beginning of the URL. This will be added only if it is missing.
*'''Target Name.''' Optional name of the IFrame when used as a target.

'''Advanced Parameters'''
[[Image:most_read_advanced.png|frame|center]]
{{colheader|Caching}}
{{colheader|Cache Time}}

==Toolbar==
At the top right you will see the toolbar:

[[Image:banner_edit_toolbar.png]]

The functions are:
{{toolbaricon|Save}}
{{toolbaricon|Apply}}
{{toolbaricon|Close}}
{{toolbaricon|Help}}

==Quick Tips==
*Some Joomla! Extensions provide new Module Types. If you have installed any Extensions, your Joomla! site might have Module Types that are not listed here. In this case, please refer to the documentation for the Extension for information about these Module Types.

==Related information==
*To see help for the Module Details and Module Menu Assignment fields: [[screen.modules.edit.15|Module Manager - New/Edit]]
*To add or edit Modules: [[screen.modules.15|Module Manager]]
*To work with Administrator Modules: [[screen.modulesadministrator.edit.15|Modules Administrator]]

<noinclude>{{cathelp|1.5|Module Manager|Extensions}}</noinclude>

Help15:Screen.banners.15

2008-11-07T03:40:23Z

Dpk: /* Column Headers */

==How to Access==
Select '''Components → Banner → Banners''' from the drop-down menu in the back-end of your Joomla! installation. You can also select the 'Banners' link from the [[screen.banners.client.15|Banner Client Manager]] or the [[screen.bannercategories.15|Banner Categories Manager]].

==Description==
The Banner Manager is where you can edit existing Banners and create new ones. You can also navigate to the [[screen.banners.client.15|Banner Client Manager]] and the [[screen.bannercategories.15|Banner Category Manager]].
You must add at least one Banner Client and Banner Category ''before'' you can add a Banner.

==Screenshot==
[[Image:banner_manager_banners.png]]

==Column Headers==
Click on the column heading on the banner manager screen to sort the list by that column's value.
{{colheader|Number}}
{{colheader|Checkbox}}
*'''Name.''' The name of the Banner. You can click on the name to open the Banner for editing.
*'''Client.''' The Client for this Banner. Clients are entered using the [[screen.banners.client.15|Banner Client Manager]].
* '''Category.''' The Category that this Banner belongs to. Clicking on the Category Title opens the Category for editing. See [[screen.bannercategories.edit.15|Banner Category Manager - New/Edit]]. Note that Banner Categories are separate from other Categories, such as those for Articles, Contacts, Newsfeeds, and Web Links.
{{colheader|Published}}
{{colheader|Order No Arrow}}
{{colheader|Sticky}}
*'''Impressions.''' The Impression count is the number of times the Banner has been displayed on a page. The first number in this column is the actual number of Impressions so far, and the second number is how many Impressions were purchased by the client.
*'''Clicks.''' The first number is the total number of clicks that have been made on the Banner since the counter was reset. The second number is what percentage of the time user clicked on the banner when it was displayed.
{{colheader|Tags}}
{{colheader|Id}}
{{colheader|Display #}}

==Toolbar==
At the top right you will see the toolbar:

[[Image:banner_manager_banners_toolbar.png]]
{{toolbaricon|Publish}}
{{toolbaricon|Unpublish}}
{{toolbaricon|Copy}}
{{toolbaricon|Delete}}
{{toolbaricon|Edit}}
{{toolbaricon|New}}
*'''Parameters.''' Click this button to open the Banners Global Configuration window. This window allows you to set default parameters for Banners, as shown below.

[[Image:banner_manager_banners_parameters.png|center]]
:*'''Save.''' Saves your settings.
:*'''Cancel.''' Cancels your changes.
:*'''Track Banner Impression Times.''' Whether or not to count how many times a Banner is displayed.
:*'''Track Banner Click Times.''' Whether or not to count how many times a Banner is clicked.
:*'''Tag Prefix.''' When matching Tags (for matching Banners to Articles based on Keywords), only search for Tags with this prefix. This can improve performance.
{{toolbaricon|Help}}

'''Clients and Categories Links'''

At the top left, above the Filter, you will see the following three links:

[[Image:banner_manager_banners_other.png]]
*'''Banners.''' This link is disabled, since we are already in the Banners page.
*'''Clients.''' Click this link to go to the [[screen.banners.client.15|Banner Client Manager]] page.
*'''Categories.''' Click this link to go to the [[screen.bannercategories.15|Banner Category Manager]] page.

==List Filters==
'''Filter by Partial Title'''

You can filter the list of items by typing part of the title or the ID number. You can also select a combination of Category and Published State.
{{colheader|List Filter}}

'''Filter by Category and Published State'''
In the upper right area, above the column headings, there are two drop-down list boxes as shown below:[[Image:banner_filter.png|center]] The selections may be combined. Only items matching both selections will display in the list.
{{colheader|Select Category}}
*'''Select State.''' Use the drop-down list box to select the published state: Published or Unpublished.

==Related Information==
* To create or edit Banners: [[screen.banners.edit.15|Banner Manager - New/Edit]]
* To work with Banner Clients: [[screen.banners.client.15|Banner Client Manager]]
* To work with Banner Categories: [[screen.bannercategories.15|Category Manager (Banners)]]

<noinclude>{{cathelp|1.5|Banner Manager|Components}}</noinclude>

User:Dpk

2008-05-28T23:41:44Z

Dpk:

I've been using Joomla for several years, among other FOSS web apps, CMSes, etc. I'm a big WikiMedia/Wikipedia fan, though I haven't done much there in a long time. I'll post material here in the course of using and acclimating to Joomla 1.5, which I ignored in its RC versions before 2008.

My business site:
http://www.newlocalmedia.com

[[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 19:41, 28 May 2008 (EDT)

User:Dpk

2008-05-28T23:41:27Z

Dpk:

User:Dpk

2008-05-28T23:38:49Z

Dpk: New page: http://www.newlocalmedia.com

http://www.newlocalmedia.com

Help15 talk:Screen.banners.15

2008-05-28T23:38:16Z

Dpk:

==Sticky: please clarify==

Perhaps I am misunderstanding how the sticky banner works, but I am long-time user of Joomla 1.0 and do not find the "Sticky" concept intuitive or properly documented.

After trying out the new banner system in 1.5, I could not figure out the sticky function/concept. Google led me to the Joomla forum, where someone else was similarly confused. We were pointed to this page, and it's still not clear.

The "sticky" feature is not explained in the info boxes or help manual in Joomla 1.5. In the documentation here, the phrase "taking priority over" is an incorrect description if in fact *only* sticky banners will display. In the example given in the documentation here, sticky banners display *instead of* non-sticky banners, which will *never* display. [[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 19:36, 28 May 2008 (EDT)

:: 28 May 2008
::I agree that the "sticky" concept is not intuitive. If someone has a better understanding of it (for example, why you would want banners "sticky" or not), please feel free to expand or change the explanation here. [[User:Dextercowley|Mark]]

Help15 talk:Screen.banners.15

2008-05-28T23:38:07Z

Dpk:

==Sticky: please clarify==

Perhaps I am misunderstanding how the sticky banner works, but I am long-time user of Joomla 1.0 and do not find the "Sticky" concept intuitive or properly documented.

After trying out the new banner system in 1.5, I could not figure out the sticky function/concept. Google led me to the Joomla forum, where someone else was similarly confused. We were pointed to this page, and it's still not clear.

The "sticky" feature is not explained in the info boxes or help manual in Joomla 1.5. In the documentation here, the phrase "taking priority over" is an incorrect description if in fact *only* sticky banners will display. In the example given in the documentation here, sticky banners display *instead of* non-sticky banners, which will *never* display. [[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 19:36, 28 May 2008 (EDT)

:: 28 May 2008
I agree that the "sticky" concept is not intuitive. If someone has a better understanding of it (for example, why you would want banners "sticky" or not), please feel free to expand or change the explanation here. [[User:Dextercowley|Mark]]

Help15 talk:Screen.banners.15

2008-05-28T23:36:50Z

Dpk:

==Sticky: please clarify==

Perhaps I am misunderstanding how the sticky banner works, but I am long-time user of Joomla 1.0 and do not find the "Sticky" concept intuitive or properly documented.

After trying out the new banner system in 1.5, I could not figure out the sticky function/concept. Google led me to the Joomla forum, where someone else was similarly confused. We were pointed to this page, and it's still not clear.

The "sticky" feature is not explained in the info boxes or help manual in Joomla 1.5. In the documentation here, the phrase "taking priority over" is an incorrect description if in fact *only* sticky banners will display. In the example given in the documentation here, sticky banners display *instead of* non-sticky banners, which will *never* display. [[User:Dpk|Dpk]] 19:36, 28 May 2008 (EDT)

28 May 2008
I agree that the "sticky" concept is not intuitive. If someone has a better understanding of it (for example, why you would want banners "sticky" or not), please feel free to expand or change the explanation here. [[User:Dextercowley|Mark]]

Help15 talk:Screen.banners.15

2008-05-28T19:03:42Z

Dpk: New page: ==Sticky: please clarify== Perhaps I am misunderstanding how the sticky banner works, but I am long-time user of Joomla 1.0 and do not find the "Sticky" concept intuitive or properly docu...