To add content create a new box by clicking + Add Box.
It is recommended to add new boxes in Draft Mode and to use Standard (not floating) boxes.
The heading will be created for you.
Content can be added to boxes by clicking Add / Reorder
It is best practice to add multiple short content sections. This will make editing easier and allow you to move content with reformatting. Below is an example of good practice.
To move pages, boxes, and content go to Page Settings > Reorder / Move.
When your box is ready to be published, change the settings by clicking the pencil icon.
For further support using Boxes, or advice on how to Copy a Box, visit the Springshare Website.
The Rich Text/HTML content item allows you to add text and images. It is the main feature you will use when creating LibGuides.
We recommend you upload information using plain text in the HTML editor using the commands demonstrated on this page. Once you have uploaded your text content in HTML it is good practice to use the text editor to add links and text decoration.
Click Add / Reorder > Rich Text/HTML
The below boxes will explain the recommended workflow for uploading content.
The SHU brand makes used Arial, a distinctive sans serif typeface, which is a modern, clean, and highly legible font. This typeface is used consistently across all SHU branding materials, including print and digital media.
By using the HTML commands it is possible to quickly style your LibGuide. All settings have been created as default to maintain mobile compatibility. The video below explains how to use HTML to follow SHU formatting and ensure mobile compatibility.
<h2>Heading</h2>
<p>Default setting = Size 30 - Arial - Bold<p>
<h3>Subheading</h3>
<p>Default setting = Size 24 - Arial - Bold<p>
<p>Paragraph</p>
<p>Default setting = Size 16 - Arial<p>
Default setting = Size 30 - Arial - Bold
Default setting = Size 24 - Arial - Bold
Example paragraph - p
Default setting = Size 16 - Arial
An ordered list is used to present items or information in a specific sequence or numerical order. Each item in an ordered list is assigned a number or letter, and the items are typically displayed in ascending numerical or alphabetical order. Here is an example of an ordered list.
<p>
<ol>
<li>create</li>
<li>an</li>
<li>ordered</li>
<li>list</li>
</ol>
</p>
An unordered list is used to present items or information without a specific sequence or order. Each item in an unordered list is typically preceded by a bullet point. Here is an example of an unordered list.
<p>
<ul>
<li>create</li>
<li>an</li>
<li>unordered</li>
<li>list</li>
</ul>
</p>
To add a link highlight the text or image and click the Link tool.
Paste the link in the URL section.
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It is important not to use features that are in use on the CSS.
It is important not to use features that are in use on the CSS.
To add an image click Add / Reorder > Rich Text / HTML > Click the image icon.
Click Browse Server and select or upload your image from the Image Manager.
Always use the Shared Library to upload images for your guide. Folders are organised on the left hand menu.
To upload a new image, highlight the folder and click Upload New Image.
For detailed information on images and support using the Image Manager visit Images and remember to add ALT Text to images.
To add an image click Add / Reorder > Media / Widget.
Paste in the embedded code of the video.
Creating a guide can pose significant challenges, but there are numerous support resources available to assist you. The links provided below offer access to the most up-to-date and valuable resources at your disposal.
Create, edit, and publish a guide
A guide is a webpage that you can use to add and share content. Each guide can be organized into pages, each page containing boxes of content items (such as text, links, images, databases).
Rich Text/HTML content item
These allow you to add formatted text, images, tables, lists, and other rich text content to your guide. Using the built-in Rich Text Editor, you can apply styles and formatting just like with a word processor. Or, you can switch to the Source mode to edit the underlying HTML code directly.
Database from your A-Z Database List
Although only Admin users can create new databases, all users can reuse them in their guides. This allows you to easily add links to related electronic resources. Plus, if those databases are ever changed (i.e. a new URL or proxy string), the changes will be reflected everywhere the database is reused.
Link asset
You can easily create a list of links by adding Link assets to your guide. Once a new Link asset is created, it will be available in your Assets library so you can reuse it in the future.
Media/Widget asset
The best way to embed HTML code (for things like YouTube videos or chat widgets) into a guide is with a Media/Widget asset. Once a new Media/Widget asset is created, it will be available in your Assets library so you can reuse it in the future.
Book from the Catalog asset
Effortlessly create book lists on your guides. If you provide an ISBN, LibGuides will fetch the book's bibliographic info from Bowker and cover art from Syndetics. Once a new Book asset is created, it will be available in your Assets library so you can reuse it in the future.
Document/File asset
Upload and create links to files in formats such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or PDF. Once a new Document/File asset is created, it will be available in your Assets library so you can reuse it in the future.
