Articles (Content Management) Module

Comprehensive Content Management: Article Categorization and Lifecycle Systems
 

The Article Categories and Articles module serves as a comprehensive system for organizing, managing, and distributing content through a structured two-level hierarchy of categories and subcategories. This centralized framework, accessible via the platform's settings, enables users to define custom classifications that automatically populate filters, article creation forms, and reporting columns across the application. By integrating these categories directly into the Articles dashboard, the system streamlines the entire content lifecycle—from initial drafting and categorization to social media publishing, homepage promotion, and audience engagement tracking.






 

Article Management: Navigating to Article Categories Settings
 

To access and manage your Article Categories and Subcategories, follow these streamlined steps to reach the configuration modal:

How To Load This Modal?   Access Settings: Click on your user profile in the top right corner and select the Settings (gear icon). Select Module: In the settings sidebar, navigate to the Profile tab and click on Article categories. Modal Interface: This opens the Article categories modal where you can view your current hierarchy.

Category Structure & Content Management
 

Once you have accessed the Article categories modal, follow these steps to build and manage your content hierarchy:

1. Creating Category Structure   Within the Article Categories modal, you can define your content organization:   Add Top-Level Category: Click the Add Category (+) button to open the "Add Category" popup. Enter Basic Info: Input the Category Name (e.g., "Blog Articles") and a brief Description to define the classification. Visual Branding: You can upload a representative thumbnail via the Choose File button in the Image field. Add Sub Category: Use the Add Sub Category (+) button to nest specific topics under your parent categories to create a detailed two-level hierarchy.

2. Management and Actions
 

Once your categories are established, you can manage them directly from the main settings table:
 

• Save Entry: Click the Submit button in the popup to finalize and save your new category or subcategory to the database.

• Edit Details: Click the orange pencil icon in the Action column to modify an existing category’s name, description, or image.

• Remove Categories: Click the red trash icon to permanently delete a category and all its associated subcategories.
  
  
  
  
  
  
   

  Articles Management Dashboard: Overview and Purpose
   

  The Articles page serves as a centralized hub for managing your organization's content lifecycle, from drafting and categorization to distribution and engagement tracking.

  Navigation and Accessibility   - Main Header Access: The Articles module is conveniently located in the top navigation bar of the application.   - Quick Navigation: Clicking the Articles tab in the global header provides immediate access to the management dashboard from any other section of the software.   Core Functionality and Usage   - Content Lifecycle Management: The dashboard allows you to create, edit, and schedule articles for publication, ensuring a consistent content stream.

  - Buy Articles: A dedicated section at the top of the dashboard allows users to manage article acquisitions, featuring a searchable table to track the status of purchased content.
  
  - Hierarchical Organization: It utilizes the Article Categories system to classify content into primary categories and subcategories, making it easier for readers to navigate and for you to manage large volumes of articles.
   

  - Audience Engagement Tracking: The system tracks and displays View counts for each article, providing immediate feedback on which topics are resonating with your audience.
   

  - Multi-Channel Distribution: Beyond simple hosting, the dashboard integrates tools to Publish on social media platforms and distribute content through specialized channels like Somply, Multi, or Wedding.
   

  - Moderation and Interaction: A dedicated COMMENTS section allows you to monitor and approve reader feedback, maintaining a healthy community interaction around your posts.
  
  
  
  
  
  
   

  MY ARTICLES: Content Management & Distribution
   

  The MY ARTICLES section is your primary workspace for managing, refining, and distributing your published content. Below are the key tools available for article management:

  1. Creating and Configuring Content   - Add Article (+): Click the plus icon in the top right corner of the "MY ARTICLES" section to open the creation form and start a new draft.   - Settings (Gear Icon): This shortcut takes you directly to the Article categories settings module, where you can update your categorization hierarchy for better organization.   - Edit Content: Click the orange pencil icon in the "Action" column of a specific article to modify its title, description, category, or schedule date.

  
  2. Distribution and Social Sharing
   

  - Publish on Social: This high-visibility button allows you to instantly push your article to your connected social media accounts, increasing your content's reach.

  - Multi-Channel Sending: Use the specific "Send It" columns to distribute your content to specialized platforms such as Multi, Wedding, or Somply.
   

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  3. Content Lifecycle & Visibility
   

  - Delete Article: Click the red trash icon in the Action column to permanently remove an article from your database and site.

  - Visibility Toggles: Use the Home Page and Popular switches to control which articles are featured on your main landing page and which are flagged as trending content.

  - View Tracking: Monitor the View column to see live audience engagement counts for every article in your list.
  
  
  
  
  
   

  Viewing and Previewing Your Articles
   

  Once an article is created, you can easily preview its content directly from the MY ARTICLES dashboard to verify how it will appear to readers.

  Accessing the Article Preview   - Locate the Action Column: In the MY ARTICLES table, find the specific row for the article you wish to view.   - Click the View Icon: Click the eye icon located in the Action column.   Modal Preview: This action opens a popup modal titled "Article" which displays the full details of your post.     - Displayed Information in Preview   The preview modal provides a comprehensive summary of the article's details:   - Featured Image: Shows the thumbnail or main image associated with the article.   - Headlines: Displays the full title (e.g., "10 Proven Digital Marketing Strategies to Grow Your Business in 2026").

   

  - Metadata: Lists essential technical information including:
   

• Description: The short summary or excerpt of the post.

• Meta Keywords: The SEO tags assigned to the article.

• Create Date: The exact timestamp when the article was originally generated.

• Publish on Social Date: The date the article was shared across connected social platforms.

• Long Description: Shows the full body text and content sections of the article.