Description

Access and Layout

The admin section will be accessible via the cog icon in the top sidebar, replacing the backend selection functionality, which will be relocated within the admin area.

Upon entering the admin section, users will encounter a distinct layout from regular Cristal pages. This serves to maintain focus on administrative tasks and subtly distinguish these pages as special. Key differences include:

• A sidebar exclusive to admin pages.
• The removal of the “Create Page” button from the breadcrumb.
• The absence of the info bar prevalent on regular content pages.

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Home Page: News for Administrators

The proposed home page for the admin section is a “News for Administrators” section, mirroring the feature proposed for XS by @amilica. This serves as a centralized hub for updates relevant to administrators.

Alternative: If a news section isn’t deemed suitable, the first accessible admin page (e.g., “Users”) will open by default, eliminating the need for a dedicated “Administration Home.”

Navigation

Due to the potentially extensive nature of admin pages, a “Back to Wiki” button will be placed at the top of the sidebar, providing the sole means for admins to return to regular content. This button will replace the logo, user avatar, and other options.

Search Functionality

To enhance navigation within the admin section, a dedicated search feature will be implemented in the sidebar. This will be a simplified search, likely powered by JavaScript, to filter pages by name as users type. The search input will be automatically focused when entering the admin section.

Note: This search is distinct from the regular page search and serves as a quick filter for admin pages only.