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Managing Add-ons

The "Managing Add-ons" category provides comprehensive guidance for handling various plugins and extensions within Jive, ensuring users can effectively enhance their collaboration experience. This includes essential tasks such as installing and uninstalling add-ons, scheduling site restarts for maintenance, and configuring various aspects of community management.

Key topics covered in this category include:

  • Installation of Add-ons: A detailed overview of the procedures for installing various add-ons, including tiles and other extensions, from the Add-ons page or via package uploads. Each add-on has unique prerequisites and steps tailored to its functionality.

  • Uninstallation Processes: Instructions on how to uninstall add-ons and considerations associated with the removal process, helping users manage their community resources efficiently.

  • Site Maintenance and Restarts: Guidance on scheduling site restarts, including rolling restarts and enabling maintenance mode, to facilitate updates and management without disrupting user experience.

  • Configuration and Customization: Recommendations on using features such as import/export for tile settings and deploying custom maintenance pages, which allow for personalized user experiences during site maintenance or downtime.

This category streamlines the management of add-ons, equipping Jive administrators and users with the necessary knowledge to optimize their community's functionality and user engagement.