How to Create a New Page
Creating a new page is one of the most common tasks in Modern Campus CMS. Pages are the core building blocks of your website, with each page representing a single destination such as a landing page, profile, or resource. Understanding how pages fit into your overall site structure will help you build content that is organized, discoverable, and easy to maintain.
Pages vs. Sections
Before creating a page, it’s important to understand the relationship between pages and sections. A page is a single piece of content, while a section is a folder that groups related pages together and includes an index page that serves as the main landing page for that group. This structure keeps your site organized and supports clear navigation.
This guide will cover how to make a PAGE, not a SECTION.
Choosing the Right Location
Where you create your page determines its URL, how it appears in navigation, and how users experience your site. Pages should be created within the most relevant section to keep content logically grouped. Avoid placing pages in the root unless they are part of your primary site structure.
Page Setup Basics
When creating a page, you’ll define several key fields that impact both user experience and search visibility. The Page Title appears in browser tabs and search results, so it should be clear, descriptive, and aligned with how users would search for the content. The Description functions as your meta description and should be a concise summary (about 150–160 characters) that reflects the page content and encourages clicks. Tags and Keywords can typically be skipped, as they are not required and keywords are no longer used by search engines.
Filename Best Practices
Your filename becomes part of the page URL, so it should be clean, readable, and consistent. Use only lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens. Avoid spaces, special characters, and unnecessary words. Keep filenames short but descriptive so they are easy to understand and maintain. For example, use “about-dean-smith” instead of a longer or more complex variation.
Navigation and Layout Decisions
You can choose to automatically add your page to the section’s side navigation, which is recommended for most interior pages to maintain a consistent user experience. Layout selection determines how your content is displayed. Boxed is the default and keeps content centered, Sidebar Layout includes a side navigation and is recommended for most interior pages, and Full Width spans the entire browser width and is best for more visual or custom layouts.
Working with Page Properties
After creating your page, the Properties panel allows you to refine how it behaves and appears. You can edit the title and description, adjust layout, and configure breadcrumbs. Breadcrumbs help users understand where they are within your site and should remain enabled in most cases. The canonical URL field is available for advanced SEO use and can usually be left blank unless managing duplicate content. Search Engine Indexing should remain enabled so your page can be discovered unless there is a specific reason to hide it.
Enhancements and Advanced Options
You can optionally enable an announcement bar to display a message at the top of the page. This should be used sparingly for important or time-sensitive information. Social Meta settings control how your page appears when shared on social platforms, including title, description, and image, helping ensure your content displays clearly and consistently. Schema settings allow you to define the type of content on the page, helping search engines and AI systems better understand and present your content.
Building Your Content
Once your page is created and configured, move to the Edit tab to begin building content. Start in the Main Content area, which is where most content should live. Additional Content areas are available but are not needed for most pages and should only be used when there is a clear purpose. Use components, snippets, and the editor to structure your content in a way that maintains consistency, accessibility, and alignment with university standards.
Key Takeaway
When creating a new page, consider the right structure, use clear naming conventions, and set up navigation and SEO correctly from the start. A well-configured page is easier to manage, easier to find, and more effective for users.