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Q&A

Can I tag content with multiple section tags?

October 12, 2020 04:37 PM
Yes. This can be helpful when creating a Shared Content Module or tagging articles on a particularly large site. The tags help curate content as articles can appear in multiple dynamic lists.
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How do I add tags to content?

October 12, 2020 04:35 PM
To add a tag to content, first you need to create the tag. This can be done by selecting the “Tag” option from the Brightspot Dashboard. The option to create a new tag can be found under “Quick Start” on the top of your main dashboard. After creating a tag, it can be added to any page, article, employee, or other item by selecting the “+” button found under Tags on the page. Once the “+” button has been selected, you can use the search icon to find your pre-created tag. Tags can also be created directly from this window by selecting “New Tag” in the bottom left hand corner.
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Can a section page be redirected to a subpage?

October 12, 2020 04:33 PM
A section page can be redirected to its subpage by leaving off the section URL and adding a redirect within Brightspot (using the redirect option in the right hand column) or assigning the page to multiple URLs.
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Is there a way to avoid broken links when the content from another site is updated?

October 12, 2020 04:30 PM
Other parties offer this service but BYU does not subscribe to any.
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How do I create a sticky button for a website in Brightspot?

October 12, 2020 04:28 PM
A sticky button is added using custom CSS (position:sticky).
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Can I add a new platform to the social links offered on Brightspot?

October 12, 2020 04:26 PM
No. However, some social links can be added using embed codes. For example, tiktok videos can be embedded under the “Twitter” social link. First, click on the “Tweet” button on RichText, then select “Twitter Embed” and copy and paste the embed code from the social link to link onto the page. You can also use an external link to other platforms as needed.
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How do I create anchor tags on Brightspot?

October 12, 2020 04:22 PM
To create an anchor tag in rich text, highlight the text and click on the tag widget. A menu will pop up to edit “text” and insert either an internal (within the current site) or an external link. A video tutorial can be found at https://sites.byu.edu/docs/publishing/create-anchor-link.
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How do I use the table function within the Rich Text module?

October 12, 2020 04:20 PM
The table icon can be found at the top of the Rich Text Module. Click on this icon, select the number of columns and rows, and input the information desired. Tables can also be pasted into the Rich Text module, and all tables can be edited or added to as needed using the “Meatball Menu” (3 dot dropdown) above the table.
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How do I edit the breaks within my text on Brightspot?

October 12, 2020 04:19 PM
Brightspot relies on templates to input content, which sometimes results in line breaks and unsolicited spaces. One technique to avoid this is to add a break and 2 enters between the heading and body of text to minimize spaces. If necessary, these can also be removed using CSS. If you have a specific concern and are unable to resolve the issue, please contact the migration team for additional assistance.
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What text editing functions are offered in the Rich Text module?

October 12, 2020 04:17 PM
Brightspot provides editing options, including the ability to alter the alignment and background of text, in the overrides of the RichText Module. The RichText dashboard also provides H2, H3, H4, H5, and H6 buttons which serve to create headings and organization within text by changing the color, font, or size of text.
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How do I change the alignment for the main display name of a website?

October 12, 2020 04:13 PM
In an effort to maintain design consistency across all BYU sites, this feature is unable to be modified.
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How do I add an attachment to a section?

October 12, 2020 04:10 PM
While attachments cannot be assigned to a section like a typical page, here are multiple display options that allow for similar results:
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Q&A

Can I create a vanity URL redirect for an attachment?

October 12, 2020 04:05 PM
Yes. URL’s can be changed and edited for any attachments and pages on the right hand side of the preview. Multiple URL’s (including a vanity URL) can be placed for the link to help redirect to an attachment.
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How do I change the title of attachments within Brightspot?

October 12, 2020 04:01 PM
When publishing an attachment within Brightspot, the title field automatically populates based on the file name of the document that you upload. However, that can be edited by selecting the “title” field and inputting your desired title. Once you publish the attachment, the new name will be visible as the page title and will be reflected in the URL.
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Editing and Publishing Tutorials

Vertical Image List Style

Create an image list that shows photos vertically instead of horizontally.
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