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Create custom modules

Add client-specific Single Article, Archive or External Link destinations and make them available to the right roles.

For: Platform administrators and solution ownersReading time: 14 minIncludes video guideBuilt from Admin walkthroughAdmin access
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admin_custom modules.mov · Reviewed against the Buzzmint Engage Admin interface on 16 July 2026. The full-motion master remains in the private BUZZMINT VIDEOS Drive folder.

  1. 00:00Review Custom Modules

    See existing records and creation actions.

  2. 00:20Start a module

    Add title, icon, type and enabled state.

  3. 01:05Build a Single Article

    Add date, header image and rich-text content.

  4. 02:10Verify the page

    Review the member-facing Single Article.

  5. 03:05Create an Archive

    Connect a Resources-style archive module.

  6. 03:30Check the result

    Open the new module from member navigation.

What Custom Modules are for

Custom Modules adds client-specific destinations to the main Engage navigation without requiring a standard built-in module. The walkthrough demonstrates a single-page module and an archive/resources destination.

Custom Modules lists created modules and provides New Module and Seed Modules actions.
Custom Modules lists created modules and provides New Module and Seed Modules actions.

Create the module shell

1

Select New Module

Open the Create Custom Module form.

2

Enter the module title

Use a short title that works in the left-hand navigation.

3

Upload the module icon

Choose a clear approved icon suited to the small navigation size.

4

Choose the module type

Select Single Article, Archive or External Link according to the intended experience.

5

Enable the module

Turn on the module when it is ready to become available.

The module shell contains the title, icon, module type and enabled state.
The module shell contains the title, icon, module type and enabled state.

Build a Single Article module

A Single Article module adds a title, date, header image and rich-text content to one dedicated page. This is useful for a stable policy, campaign page or important resource.

The Single Article editor combines date, header image and rich-text content.
The Single Article editor combines date, header image and rich-text content.
The completed Single Article appears as a dedicated member-facing page.
The completed Single Article appears as a dedicated member-facing page.

Build an Archive module

An Archive module provides a reusable listing destination such as Resources. Configure the archive connection carefully so the module opens the intended collection rather than an empty page.

Choose the Archive type and connect the module to the appropriate archive source.
Choose the Archive type and connect the module to the appropriate archive source.
The Resources archive becomes available from the main member navigation.
The Resources archive becomes available from the main member navigation.

Check Module Control and role access

After creating a custom module, confirm it is active in Module Control and available to the correct roles. Then test the page using a representative member account.

Keep custom navigation deliberate.Every new module adds cognitive load. Create one only when the destination is important enough to remain in the main navigation.

Custom-module best practice

  • Use short titles and simple icons.
  • Choose the module type based on the content lifecycle.
  • Test empty, loading and error states for archive destinations.
  • Check visibility for every relevant role.
  • Retire obsolete custom modules rather than leaving dead navigation.

Custom-module checklist

  • The title fits comfortably in navigation.
  • The icon is legible at small size.
  • The correct module type is selected.
  • Content or destination is complete.
  • Module Control and role access are correct.
  • The member journey works on desktop and mobile.

Common issues

The custom module is missing

Confirm Enable this module, Module Control status and role access.

The archive page is empty

Check the archive/source connection and whether any eligible content exists.

The external destination does not open

Verify the complete URL and test it outside the admin session.

Hub version 0.3.7 · Last updated 16 July 2026

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