Preview widgets are used to display images on a user's Dashboard which link to an image, video or PDF file that is displayed in a pop-up window (aka 'modal') within the browser.
Please refer to the below instructions for creating a Preview widget:
1. Go to System → System Configuration
2. Click on Dashboard
3. Click on New Widget
* indicates a required field
4. In the Type* drop-down, select the "Preview" option
5. Title*: Enter a name
Tip: This can be anything, but we recommend using something that catches the attention of the targeted users.
6. Description*: Enter a description
Note: Only appears to administrators and won't be shown to users/on the front-end.
7. Preferred Column*: Select the preferred column you wish to display the widget in - either "left" or "right"
8. Target Country: Set target country/countries you wish to apply the widget to [optional]
9. Style*: Choose your preferred header style and colouring
10. Preview Image*: Upload an image to be displayed in the widget
Attention: Check the tool tip for accepted file types and size restrictions.
Recommended Image Sizes: With a variety of devices used across the World Manager platform there is a variety of sizing used with Image Widgets. For a computer screen at 1920px X 1080px resolutions we recommend:
| Preferred Column | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Left Hand Side | 813px | 200-300px |
| Right Hand Side | 400px | 200-300px |
11. File*: Upload a file that will preview in the modal when the 'Preview Image' is clicked
Attention: Check the tool tip for accepted file types and size restrictions.
12. Click Save
So, what next?
Now that you have created your widget, you need to allocate the widget to specific account Roles. Please refer to the following articles: