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Content Types

Drupal's Content Types provide templates for various kinds of content, allowing for consistent but also dynamic presentation. Follow the links for in-depth descriptions of each content type.

  • Article - For content like educational articles, blog posts, and news stories.
  • Page - Use for basic content; try other types first.
  • Event - Create events that auto-show on Group pages and tags.
  • Collection - Group content for easy sharing a Collection.
  • Documents - Use for forms, documents, attachments, or rich text.
  • People - Add non-UCANR people to the site so they appear in People Search.
  • Tools - Use to feature an app or third-party tool (e.g., a calculator).
  • Video - Use for YouTube or uploaded videos; add to a Collection for a series.
  • Social Media Account - Use to link a social media account to a Group, Account, or Person.