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All digital assets have a Filename, but they may also be given a Title In Cascade CMS, assets such as pages, files, and folders have three key identifiers: Filename, Title, and Display Name. This article will explain each one.

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provides a concise explanation of these identifiers and their usage.

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Filenames

  • A Filename identifies an asset within its parent folder in Cascade CMS.

    • Example: For a webpage about NMSU's biology department, the filename could be "biology-department.html".

  • Use lowercase letters, numbers, hyphens, or underscores.

    • Example: Use "nmsu-campus-map.pdf" instead of "NMSU Campus Map.pdf".

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Avoid using special characters or spaces, as this may cause issues with web browsers and URLs.

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  • You will see the prompts below when adding a new page, a new folder, or uploading a new file.

    • When naming a folder:

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    • When naming a page:

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    • When naming a file:

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A file's name is the last part of its URL in the web address generated to lead users to that file. 

  • Only lowercase characters and no spaces are allowed.

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IMPORTANT: It is strongly recommended NOT to change the Name of your files (and folders) after being published.

  • Instead, change the Title or Display Name.

Titles

  • The Title is an optional identifier that provides a descriptive name for the asset.

    • Example: For the "biology-department.html" page, the title could be "NMSU Biology Department".

  • To set or modify a Title, locate the "Title" field in the asset's metadata settings and enter the desired text.

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  • Titles display the name of an asset in search results, browser tabs, or bookmarks.

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You can remove a page or an asset from navigation menus simply by deleting itsTitle.

Display Names

  • The Display Name is another optional identifier that serves as the visible name of the asset within Cascade CMS.

    • Example: For the "biology-department.html" page, the display name could be "Biology Department".

  • Display Names can include spaces and special characters.

  • To set or modify a Display Name, locate the "Display Name" field in the asset's metadata settings and enter the desired text.

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Change Settings

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To see the Display Names in the Site Directory, you need to change the Profile Settings. Instructions below.

  • Click User Menu and select Settings.

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  • Check Show asset’s Title or Display Name if available.

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  • Click Submit.


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