Frequently Asked Questions (CMS)

What is a Page Type and how do I set it up?

A Page Type defines the structure and layout of a page by specifying the required content blocks (components). Different Page Types are used for templates such as Home, Blog, Contact Us, or Terms and Conditions.

Steps to set up a Page Type:

1. Navigate to the Content Model menu.
2. Select Page Type.
3. Click Add Page Type from the list page.
4. Enter a name and an optional description.
5. From the right panel, add fields such as:
   • Text
   • Boolean
   • Rich Text
   • Media
   • Dynamic content (e.g., product collections, categories, or brand listings)
   • Components (reusable groups of fields)
6. Set the status to Active or Inactive. When Active, the Page Type is available for use.
7. Once created, the Page Type acts as a layout template. Use it while creating a page, populate the defined fields, and the content will be available via API for rendering.

What is a Component and how can I use it?

A Component is a reusable group of fields bundled together to represent a specific content block, such as a widget (e.g., a Hero Banner with fields like Image, Title, CTA Text, and CTA Link). Supported field types include Text, Boolean, Date, Media (Image/Video URL), Rich Text, and more.

Steps to create a Component:

1. Go to the Content Model section and select Components.
2. Click Add Component.
3. Provide a title.
4. Add and configure the required fields.

Once created, the Component can be used in a Page Type to ensure consistent and reusable content structures across multiple pages.

What is a Content Type and how do I set it up?

A Content Type is used to create reusable blocks of content that can be centrally managed and used across multiple pages. It’s ideal for consistent information like FAQs, warranty sections, or author bios, eliminating manual duplication.

Steps to set up a Content Type:

1. Navigate to the Content Model menu.
2. Click Content Type.
3. Click Add Content Type.
4. Provide a name and description.
5. Add fields such as Text, Boolean, Date, Media, Rich Text, or Component.
6. Set the status to Active or Inactive.

Steps to use a Content Type:

1. Go to the Content menu.
2. Select the created Content Type and click Add Entry.
3. Add and save the data for the defined fields.
4. While editing a page, click Add Content, choose the Content Type, and select the content record to insert.

This ensures consistent, scalable content with reduced repetitive work.

Can I schedule a page to go live for special campaigns?

Yes, BetterCommerce CMS allows scheduling multiple releases for pages to go live on specific dates and times. After the scheduled time, the system reverts to the previous version.

Steps to schedule a page using the Release Calendar:

Option 1: Using the Release Calendar View

1. Navigate to Release Calendar from the left navigation.
2. Select a specific date from the calendar.
3. Double-click the date to open the scheduling form.
4. Enter the date, time, and a brief description for the release.

Option 2: From the Pages Menu

1. Go to the Pages menu.
2. In the list view, click New Release.
3. Provide a release name, start date and time, and end date and time.
4. The release appears as a separate tab in the page list view.
5. Click the release tab to view all pages under that release.
6. Make changes to the selected pages for the specified time window.
7. Save changes, and the release will take effect as scheduled.

Is it possible to publish a page as part of the sitemap?

Yes, pages can be included in the sitemap for proper indexing.

Steps to include a page in the sitemap:

1. Go to the Page Details screen.
2. Click the gear icon on the right.
3. Scroll to the SEO section and:
   • Add meta information (title, description, keywords).
   • Enable the Include in Sitemap option.
   • Set the update frequency (e.g., Hourly, Daily, Weekly).

This ensures the page is indexed and updated in the sitemap.

How can I localize page content?

BetterCommerce CMS supports localization. To add content in multiple languages:

1. Go to the Page Details screen.
2. Click the language-specific tab.
3. Enter content for each field in the desired language.

How can I check different versions of a page and change history?

Each time a page is saved, a new version is created automatically.

Steps to view version history:

1. Open the Page Details screen.
2. Click the middle icon (Version History) on the right.
3. View a list of saved versions with timestamps and user actions.

How do I set up a workflow in the system?

To create or modify a workflow, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to Settings: Access the settings panel from the main dashboard.
2. Access Workflow Settings: Click on the Workflow option in the settings menu.
3. Create or Edit a Workflow:
   • Select Create New to start a new workflow.
   • Choose Edit next to an existing workflow to modify it.
4. Configure Status Details:
   • Click the pencil icon next to a status to edit it.
   • Specify the color, transition (allowed next statuses), and role (users authorized to interact with the status).

How do I configure 301 or 302 redirects?

To set up a 301 (permanent) or 302 (temporary) redirect, use the following steps:

1. Navigate to Settings: Go to the settings panel from the main dashboard.
2. Access Redirect Settings: Select the Redirect URL option from the settings menu.
3. Review Existing Redirects: Use the search or filter tools to view configured redirects.
4. Add a New Redirect:
   • Click New Redirect to manually add a redirect, or upload an Excel file with redirect details.
   • Enter the Source URL (original URL), Destination URL (target URL), and select the Redirect Type (301 or 302).
   • Click Submit to save the redirect.

What is the difference between 301 and 302 redirects?

• 301 Redirect: Indicates a permanent URL change, suitable for SEO and long-term redirects.
• 302 Redirect: Indicates a temporary URL change, ideal for short-term redirects without impacting SEO.