Creating a Layout
1. In the portal top-level navigation, choose Content Administration → Portal Content.
2. In the Portal Catalog, expand Portal Content → Templates.
3. Right-click the folder where you want to store the new layout, and choose New → Layout.
4. Follow the instructions on each screen of the wizard.
Layout Wizard
Screen |
Instructions |
Layout Properties |
Enter the basic information and choose Next. |
Layout Name |
Enter the display name of the new layout. The layout name may contain alphanumeric characters (a-z; A-Z; 0-9), underscores (_), dashes (-), dots (.), exclamation points (!), tildes (~), and parentheses. Do not include other special characters or spaces. The name must not exceed 40 characters. |
Layout ID |
Enter a unique identifier for the new layout. The layout name may contain alphanumeric characters (a-z; A-Z; 0-9), underscores (_), dashes (-), dots (.), exclamation points (!), tildes (~), and parentheses. Do not include other special characters or spaces. The name must not exceed 40 characters. |
Layout ID Prefix |
You can enter a uniform prefix to the layout name so that your layouts follow a specific naming convention. |
Master Language |
Choose the master language for the new layout. The master language is the original language in which the properties of the object are generated and maintained. |
Choose a Template |
Select a template on which to base the new layout. Table: Start from a new table by specifying the number of columns and rows. Existing Template: Select an existing template. |
Design Layout |
Add rows and columns to the layout and choose Apply. |
Adjust Layout |
Use the arrow buttons to resize individual cells. |
Summary |
Review the options you selected for the new layout. Click Finish to create the layout. |
The new layout is stored in the Portal Content Directory (PCD) and displayed in the Portal Catalog.