Using the folder dashboard

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The dashboard is designed to provide quick and easy access to the main folder features. The folder dashboard displays in Edit mode which you can switch to by clicking Edit folder in the main banner while in the content area.
	You must be logged on with the appropriate folder access privileges.

Folder dashboard tools

Choose the navigation bar on which to base the contents of the new navigation bar. Tool Name Description Add Item Displays the Item Wizard so you can add an item to this folder. Create Folder Displays the Folder Manager Wizard so you can create a folder. Folder Properties Displays the Folder Manager, from which you can define or edit the folder properties. Style Displays the Style Manager, from which you can apply another style to the folder, edit the style properties, or create a new style. Administration Displays the main Administration page, from which you can access the various administration tools. Other tools View folder Reverts from Edit mode to View mode. Edit folder Reverts from View mode to Edit mode. Field-level Help Displays field-level help for the page you are currently viewing. This icon is typically displayed on the configuration page's sub-banner Task Help Displays the task-oriented help system, which provides step-by-step instructions for completing all content area tasks as well as tasks performed on pages and applications. Property Sheet Displays a window that provides information about the folder or item's properties. Add folder to interest list Adds the folder to the user's interest list. Note: Folders added to the interest list are accessible from the Favorites portlet. For information on other edit tools that allow you to peform folder-related tasks, see Editing a folder.

Notes

To use the Folder Manager, you must be either a folder owner or have the appropriate folder privileges. Dashboards are also available on the category and perspective pages. When viewing an item in the folder area, note that item attributes such as Author, Description, Expiration Date, Image, New Item Indicator, and so on are displayed in the folder area only if they were chosen to display. For more information, see Choosing item attributes to display in a folder region.

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What is a folder?	Granting access privileges to your folder

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