Creating a new directory
Directories (also known as folders) are the main organizational element of the CMS. They are the containers that are used to "hold" Web pages. They are represented in a Web address as the name between forward slashes (/) such as: www.seminolestate.edu/directory_name/.
- Choose the area of the website where you would like to add a directory.
- Make sure you are at the correct directory/folder before creating a new directory or subdirectory. The directory you are working with will be highlighted.
You will always see your current directory location at the top of the editor's box in the following format:
/Main Directory Name/
If you are deeper into the structure of the department's site you will see the path such as this:
/Main Directory Name/Sub Directory Name/
Note: You can always return to the home directory by clicking on the desired directory in the directory on the right side of the screen.
- Click the "Create New" tab at the top of the editors window.
- Fill in the following information:
- File/Directory Name: This is the name of the folder/directory. It should be all lowercase and should not include any spaces (hyphens and underscores are permissible). It should end in either .htm or .php, not .html.
- Click Yes for a Directory.
- The new directory will appear in the left navigation box and you will receive a confirmation that it has been created.
- The editing screen will appear.
- Fill in the following information:
- Menu Name: This is the name of the link that will be associated with this folder/directory. This text will appear on the left navigation menu in bold and can be more then one word (and can include spaces). It cannot exceed 30 characters. The link should accurately describe the linked content. If you do not wish the directory to appear on the left navigation, leave this blank.
- If you are ready for the directory to be published, click yes.
- Add a note to explain what changes were made.
- Click the "Save File" button.
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