Write a Publication
Publications are structured entries for reports, position papers, downloadable documents, and similar content.
Create the Publication
Section titled “Create the Publication”- Open Collections.
- Choose Publications.
- Select the correct site.
- Select Create Entry.
Fill the Main Fields
Section titled “Fill the Main Fields”| Field | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Title | Publication title, ideally under 100 characters |
| Subtitle | Optional supporting title |
| Lead | Short teaser for listings |
| Body Text | Main description or summary |
| Cover Image | Thumbnail shown in listing views |
| Categories | One or more publication categories |
| Authors | Members credited as authors |
Add Info Boxes
Section titled “Add Info Boxes”Use Info Boxes for short highlighted facts.
- Add a box row.
- Enter a short title.
- Add a concise lead.
- Choose an icon from the icon picker.
Keep info boxes short. They are meant for scanning, not long paragraphs.
Add Attachments
Section titled “Add Attachments”Use Attachments for PDFs, ZIP files, or external download links.
- Add an attachment row.
- Enter the button label.
- Upload a file or enter an external URL.
- Check the preview and download link before publishing.
Sort Order
Section titled “Sort Order”The Sort Order field controls manual ordering in listings. Lower numbers appear first. If no special order is needed, leave the default value.
Per-Language URLs
Section titled “Per-Language URLs”The publication slug is localizable. Each language can have its own URL slug. Keep translated slugs readable and avoid changing published slugs unless redirects are planned.
Publish Checklist
Section titled “Publish Checklist”- Title, lead, and category are correct.
- Downloads open as expected.
- Authors are linked when needed.
- SEO description is filled when the lead is not suitable for search.
- Preview works in every language site that will be published.