Using and Managing Jive Anywhere
The "Using and Managing Jive Anywhere" section assists users in effectively leveraging the Jive Anywhere extension to enhance collaboration by connecting community discussions with external web content. This integration allows for a seamless blend of online conversations and the rich information available across the internet, fostering enriched engagement within Jive communities.
Overview
Jive Anywhere brings conversation, content, and context into Jive from anywhere on the Web. It integrates any web page or web application with your community, enabling you to start conversations or see what others have said about any web content effortlessly. Once installed in your browser, you can invoke Jive Anywhere from any web page to enhance your engagement with Jive communities.
Getting Started with Jive Anywhere
To begin using Jive Anywhere, install the Extended APIs plugin in Jive, configure Jive Anywhere, and provide the Jive Anywhere browser plugin for your community. If you are using Jive Cloud, the Extended APIs plugin is installed by default; you only need to set up Jive Anywhere.
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Installing Extended APIs: To add Jive Anywhere for your community, install the Extended APIs plugin, which supports multiple Jive products, including this one.
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Post-installation configuration: After installing the Extended APIs plugin, perform additional configuration steps to optimize Jive Anywhere.
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Deploying browser plugins to multiple users: Deploy the browser plugins to users on Windows using Internet Explorer or Firefox (Chrome and Safari are not supported).
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Restricting websites that use Jive Anywhere: Create an inclusion list for sites where Jive Anywhere will work exclusively or an exclusion list for sites where it will be unavailable.
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Disabling auto-updates on Internet Explorer: Disable the auto-update feature for Jive Anywhere in Internet Explorer by adding a registry key.
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Uploading your own Jive Anywhere cartridges: Create a new Jive Anywhere cartridge and add it to Jive using the Admin Console.
Key Topics Covered
This section includes critical topics related to Jive Anywhere, including:
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Adding communities to Jive Anywhere: After configuring Jive Anywhere for your main community, connect to additional communities for broader discussions.
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Configuring Jive Anywhere: Customize Jive Anywhere by showing or hiding the Discuss tab across all sites or removing it from specific ones.
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Auto-updating Jive Anywhere: Automatically receive updates for the Jive Anywhere browser extension when Jive Software releases them.
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Quick visual tour: Explore a visual overview of Jive Anywhere.
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Talking about web pages: Open Jive Anywhere on any web page to see what community members are saying about that page.
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Creating discussions about web pages: Use Jive Anywhere to initiate discussions based on the web pages you are viewing.
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Using the Snapshot tool: Capture a screen of the current website to share in a Jive discussion.
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Participating in discussions: Engage in ongoing Jive discussions directly while using Jive Anywhere.
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Commenting on Jive content: Comment on Jive content while viewing it through Jive Anywhere.
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Connecting Jive places and web pages: Link a Jive place with the web page you are currently viewing.
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Creating groups from Jive Anywhere: Utilize Jive Anywhere to create a group within your community.
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Websites that bring more to Jive Anywhere: Certain websites may provide additional information to enhance discussions. Jive Anywhere indicates when a site has an active cartridge.
Content Overview
The content within this section provides practical guidance on utilizing Jive Anywhere to its fullest potential. Users can explore resources that enhance community interactions and streamline collaboration across platforms. By leveraging features like embedding community discussions on external sites, participating in discussions directly from their browser, and managing integration settings, users can fully engage with the capabilities Jive Anywhere offers.
By following these instructions and utilizing the provided links, users can effectively enrich their collaborative experience through the Jive Anywhere extension.