Content Rotator

How does the Content Rotator module work and what is it used for?

The content rotator module is used to change out what is displayed over a set period of time. The most common application is changing upon page refresh.

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How do I add a Content Rotator module?

Step 1: Log into Javelin.

Step 2: Choose which web page and region you want to add the module to, then click the black "Add" button above this region.

Click the black Add button to add modules to a region.

Step 3: The Add Module popup will appear. Choose that you would like to insert a "Content Rotator" module.

Select Content Rotator from the Add Module popup.

Step 4: The module will appear on the page with filler content. This content is not visible to users or while in View mode.

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How do I delete a Content Rotator Module?

Step 1: Hover over the arrow next to "Add."

Step 2: Select "Delete."

Step 3: Select "OK" from the prompt.

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Restoring Deleted Modules

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How do I move a Content Rotator module?

Click & drag the module from the four-pointed arrow on its admin bar to move the module between regions or other modules on the page.

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How do I add content to the Content Rotator Module?

Step 1: Click the "Add" button from the module's admin bar.

Step 2: Give the item a unique title. This is merely for your reference, so you can make it as simple or as complex as you wish.

Step 3: Add content as you would with any Text module.

Step 4: Click "Save" or "Save & Continue."

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How do I view all the content at once?

Hover over the arrow next to "Add" and select "View All."

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How do I edit content?

Step 1: Hover over the arrow next to "Add" and select "View All."

Step 2: Find the item you wish to edit. Hover over it and click the pencil icon.

Step 3: Click "Save" or "Save & Continue" when finished.

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How do I delete an individual item?

Step 1: Hover over the arrow next to "Add" and select "View All."

Step 2: Find the item you wish to edit. Hover over it and click the trashcan icon.

Step 3: Click "OK" at the prompt to delete the item.

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How do I change the order of the content displayed?

Step 1: Hover over the arrow next to "Add" and select "View All."

Step 2: Find the item you wish to move.

Step 3: Hover over it and click & drag the four-point arrow to wherever you want the content to appear.

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How do I change how often the content rotates?

Step 1: Hover over the arrow next to "Add" and select "Settings."

Step 2: Change the "Rotation Type" as desired:

  • Constant (Each Page View) ← (default) Content changes on page refresh
  • Daily Rotation ← Content changes at midnight
  • Weekly Rotation ← Content changes at midnight on Sunday
  • Monthly Rotation  ← Content changes at midnight on the first of the month

Step 3: Click "Save" or "Save & Continue."

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