How to access Joomla Administrator

https://domainname/administrator
username : your username (use new username, not admin
Password : xxxxxxxxxx (unique password)

 

Understanding Joomla Dashboards

Joomla Dashboard is the main page in the Joomla administrator interface that provides a summary and quick access to various important elements related to the management of your website. Here is a clearer description of how to understand Joomla Dashboard:
General Summary: When you enter the Joomla Dashboard, you will see a general summary that includes important information about your site. This includes the Joomla version used, database information, and server status.

Dashboard Module: Joomla Dashboard consists of various modules that display important information and links. This module can be adjusted according to your needs. Modules that generally include registered user information, published articles, visit statistics, and site updates.

Navigation Menu : To the left of the dashboard, there is a navigation menu that provides access to various important parts in the management of your site. This includes menus such as "Articles," "Media," "Users," "Components," "Extension," and "Site."

Find and Filter: Dashboard also provides search facilities and filters that make it easy for you to find articles, users, or other elements on your site. You can set the filter as needed to narrow the search results.

Latest Activities: Dashboard displays the latest activities related to your site. This can include an update of extension, user comments, or articles that are edited or added.
Notification: If there is an important notification or warning that you need to pay attention to, the Joomla dashboard will display this notification clearly. This can include security updates, Joomla renewal, or other important messages.

Custom Module: You can add an additional module to the dashboard according to your needs. This allows you to display specific information or elements that are important for the management of your site.

The Joomla dashboard is designed to provide good visibility and accessibility to all aspects of your site management. By understanding these elements, you can easily supervise and manage your Joomla site to ensure optimal performance and functions.

 

Joomla Administrator Interface Navigation

 

Navigating the Joomla administrator interface is key to effectively managing and organizing your website. The administrator interface provides access to a variety of features and functions that allow you to control the content, settings and other aspects of your Joomla site. Here is a detailed explanation of the main features of navigating the Joomla administrator interface:

Dashboard:
Dashboard is the main page of the administrator interface that provides a general summary of the condition of your site. This includes statistics, updates, and the latest activities.
Access: Dashboard can be accessed by clicking "Dashboard" in the navigation menu or by clicking the Joomla logo in the top left corner of the screen.

Navigation Menu:
Description: The navigation menu is located on the left of the screen and contains a link to various main parts of the site. This includes menus such as "Articles," "Media," "Users," "Components," "Extension," and "Site."
Access: Click on the menu link to open the submenu and related tools.

Submenu:
Description: A submenu appears after you select one of the main menu links.
It provides access to various actions and settings related to specific parts of your site. Access: Click on a submenu link to open the corresponding page.
Toolbar:
The toolbar is located at the top of the screen and contains icons and shortcut links for common actions, such as create, save, and delete.
Access: The toolbar changes according to the page you visit.

Search and Filter:
Search and filter boxes help you find information quickly.
You can search and filter relevant data within your site. Access: Search and filters are often located at the top or top right of the page.

User Profile:
Description: A link to your user profile allows you to access and manage your account information, including settings, passwords, and preferences.
Access: The user profile link is located in the top right corner of the screen.

Settings:
Description: The "site" section in the navigation menu provides access to site settings, templates, languages, and other configurations.
Access: Click on "site" to open the submenu with settings options.

Notifications and Notifications:
Important notifications and notifications, such as security updates or system messages, may appear on the dashboard or toolbar.
Access: Notifications can be accessed via the bell icon or a dedicated section on the dashboard.

Help and Documentation:
Description: Joomla provides access to documentation and help resources to help users understand features and resolve problems.
Access: There is usually a help or documentation link at the bottom of the menu or toolbar.

Exit:
Description: The exit link is used to exit the administrator interface, keeping your site secure.
Access: Exit links are often located at the top or bottom of a menu or toolbar.
Using these features well will make it easier for you to manage your Joomla site. By understanding how to navigate the administrator interface, you can efficiently access and use all the features necessary to successfully manage your website.

 

 

Manage menus and articles

 

Managing Menu:

Managing the menu in Joomla gives you full control of the layout and navigation of your website. Here are the steps to manage the menu using the Joomla administrator interface:

Menu Manager:
Description: Menu Manager is the main place where you manage the website menu. You can access it through the navigation menu in the administrator interface.

Step:
Open the Joomla administrator interface.
Select "Menu" in the navigation menu.

Add New Menu:

Description: If you want to create a new menu, click "Add Menu" and name the new menu.

Step:
Click "Add Menu" in the Manager menu.
Give a name on a new menu and configure other settings.
Click "Save" or "Save & Close."

Add Menu Item:

Description: After creating a menu, you can add items in it. Items can include links to articles, categories, custom pages, or external URLs.

Step:
Select the menu you want to add the items.
Click "Add Menu Item."
Choose the type of items (for example, articles or categories).
Configure the details of items and determine the location.
Click "Save" or "Save & Close."

Editing Menu or Item Menu:

Description: To edit menus or items, just click on the menu name or items in the Manager menu.

Step:
Select the menu or items you want to edit.
Click "Edit" in the toolbar or click on the menu/item name.

Managing Menu Location:
Description: Joomla allows you to determine where the menus and items will appear on the website. The menu location can be configured in the "Menu Location" section when creating or editing items.

Step:
On the Item-Menu Configuration page, select "Menu Location" on the right to determine under the menu which item will be displayed.
Click "Save" or "Save & Close."

Manage articles:
Managing articles on Joomla allows you to create, edit, and manage your site's content. Here are the steps to manage the article:

Article Manager:
Description: Article Manager is a place in the administrator's interface where you manage all articles on your website.

Step:
Open the Joomla administrator interface.
Select "Article" in the navigation menu.

Add New Articles:
Description: To add new articles, click "Add Articles" in Article Manager and fill in the article details.
Step:
Click "Add Article" in Article Manager.
Fill in the title, content, and other article settings.
Click "Save" or "Save & Close."

Editing Articles:
Description: To edit existing articles, just click on the article title in Article Manager.

Step:
Select the article you want to edit.
Click "Edit" in the toolbar or click on the article title.

Article Category:
Description: Articles can be grouped in the category to help manage content. You can manage the category in the Category Manager.

Step:
Select "category" in the navigation menu.
Click "Add Category" to create a new category.
Or, click on the name of the category to manage existing categories.

SEO Settings Article:
Description: To increase the visibility of the article in search engines, you can optimize SEO settings in each article.

Step:
Open or create an article you want to optimize.
Fill in meta description, keywords, and url alias for articles.
Managing menus and articles effectively will help you create a structured and attractive Joomla website. By using these features, you can easily adjust the layout and content of your site according to your specific needs and goals.