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News
The article provides instructions on how to add a news segment to a website's structure. This feature allows updates to be posted on the website, providing further advertising or information to users. The process involves browsing to the "Manage News Items" section in the admin panel, creating news items by providing a date, headline, and body content, and then editing or deleting them as needed.
How do I add a new user?
The article explains how to add a new user to a system. Admins with the necessary permissions can manually create new user accounts by accessing the Admin section and selecting the Users tab. From there, they can choose the option to create a new user.
How do I create a new user group?
The article provides instructions on how to create a new user group. To do this, the user needs to go to the Admin section, then navigate to System and User groups. In the "Create user group called..." field, the user can enter the name of the new group and click "Create".
new_featured_collection_form()
Developer reference for function new_featured_collection_form()
create_new_user_dash()
Developer reference for function create_new_user_dash()
newlines()
Developer reference for function newlines()
render_new_node_record()
Developer reference for function render_new_node_record()
new_user()
Developer reference for function new_user()
render_new_featured_collection_cta()
Developer reference for function render_new_featured_collection_cta()
ResourceSpace plugin for WordPress
A new WordPress plugin has been developed that allows users to embed resource files from ResourceSpace in their posts. The plugin was funded by ADRA International and developed by Codecide. To install the plugin, users should download the WordPress plugin zip file, navigate to Plugins->Add plugins from the WordPress Admin menu and click 'Upload plugin', or manually upload the zip file to the wp-content/plugins directory of the WordPress installation.
Resources and structure
Article to explain the concept of Resources and how they are structured with ResourceSpace Digital Asset Manager
Language options
ResourceSpace is a platform that supports multiple languages and allows users to change their language preferences. The platform can detect and suggest the default language based on the user's browser.
Featured & public collections
Featured Collections are a way to showcase the best and most in-demand content. They can contain a select number of resources and encourage users to browse content by directing them to relevant tags or ideas.
Searching in ResourceSpace
The ResourceSpace search feature is a powerful tool that allows users to quickly find the resources they need. Users can start with a broad search and then refine the results to find the most relevant content.
Resource tools
The article discusses the various resource tools available in the resource downloads area of the resource view page. These tools allow users to download, view, and request resource files, as well as perform actions such as adding to a collection or sharing.
Editing multiple resources
The article explains how to edit multiple resources in ResourceSpace using batch editing. Batch editing allows users to apply the same change to multiple resources at once, ensuring continuity. To perform a batch edit, users need to add the selected resources to a collection and then choose "Edit all resources" from the collection actions list.
Sharing resources
Resources and Resource Collections each offer a 'Share' option which allows them to be shared with other users, as well as with non-users of the system, to allow greater flexibility of use.
Related resources
The article explains how resources can be related to each other in order to group similar or mutually relevant resources. There are three ways to relate resources: relating all resources in a collection, manually relating resources by editing each resource individually, and relating resources on upload.
Creating collections
The article explains how to create collections in ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system. Collections can be created in three ways: when uploading resources, from the collection bar, or from the "manage my collections" section.
Collection options
There is a list of options available to you from the collection actions dropdown menu. This menu is present in the collection bar and from the "Manage My Collections" page, as well as on the search page when viewing resources in a collection.
Creating featured collections
This article explains how to create a featured collection in ResourceSpace, which is a collection of resources that is highlighted on the platform's homepage. The process is similar to creating a public collection, but with an additional step to turn it into a featured collection.
Annotate
The article discusses the Annotate feature that allows users to add annotations to a resource and connect them to a part of the resource preview. The annotations could include names or features of note within an image.
License manager
Adds the capability to manage resource licensing via the resource view page.
PDF split
This article describes a tool that allows users to split PDF files into multiple pages. The tool can be used to create separate resources or alternatives to the original PDF resource. To use the tool, users must browse to a PDF resource and click on "PDF Split" in Resource Tools.
Propose changes
The article explains how users who cannot edit a resource can propose changes to its metadata to administrators. The administrators can then approve or reject these changes. To submit a change, the user must navigate to a resource page and click "Propose Changes" in Resource Tools.
Video splice
The video splice plugin allows users to trim and merge videos within ResourceSpace to create new, separate files. The trim tool allows users to select portions of a video to be recreated as a new video file, which can then be added as a new resource or attached as an alternative to the original.
Youtube publish
The YouTube Publish plugin allows users to publish video resources to a configured YouTube account. The plugin uploads data and has configurable mapped fields to automatically add descriptions, titles, and tags.
Creating dash tiles
Dash tiles are a great way of creating shortcuts to your favourite things in ResourceSpace.
Managing dash tiles
This article explains how to manage dash tiles in ResourceSpace. Dash Administrators can create tiles for all users or selected user groups, and reorder the tiles for those users who cannot manage their own dash.
Admin overview
Accessible from the top navigation bar, the Admin menu provides a whole range of tools to help manage ResourceSpace and its contents.
User research requests
Research requests enable users to ask admins for help in sourcing resources. Users can fill out a form detailing what they need, and administrators can then help them to find suitable resources. This can be done by either providing them with a list of resources or by sending them links to searches or collections to help them get their search started.
Collection and resource promotion
The article discusses ways to promote resources and collections using ResourceSpace. The homepage slideshow is a great way to showcase new and useful content, and careful management of it will keep the system looking fresh and encourage users to check regularly for new content.
Homepage slideshow
ResourceSpace, a digital asset management software, has highlighted the importance of updating the homepage slideshow regularly to keep users engaged and the system looking appealing. The "big slideshow" provides a full-screen background image or slideshow for the homepage, while the "small slideshow" moves the slideshow window to the upper left side of the screen, leaving white space on the homepage for displaying dash tiles.
User contributions
ResourceSpace allows for user contributions to be managed through user group upload permissions. Trusted uploaders, such as administrators, can add resources without review, while new users must upload their resources in a pending state for review by resource administrators.
Archives
Archiving is a way of keeping useful or popular resources within a system, but removing them from the main body of resources to encourage users to look at new material. This is particularly useful if resources have been used extensively for a project or campaign and need to be rested, or where an updated version has been made available but the original should be retained.
Batch replace
ResourceSpace has a batch replace functionality that allows users to update multiple resources at once. This feature is useful for replacing original files and regenerating previews of any number of resources.
Creating a resource type
This article provides instructions on how to create a new resource type in MODX. To create a new resource type, users need to browse to "Admin > System > Resource types", enter the name of the new resource type, click "Create", fill in the rest of the form as required, and click "Save".
Managing metadata
The article discusses the importance of managing metadata in a system to make searching for resources faster, easier and more intuitive. The article suggests that metadata should be descriptive, clear and complete to ensure that users can search effectively and get the best out of using the system.
Understanding resource metadata
Metadata is essential for describing resources and forms the basis of search. When a resource is uploaded into ResourceSpace, it is tagged with words or phrases that best describe the asset. These tags form the resource metadata and are how users search for the resources they need.
Creating and deleting metadata fields
The article provides guidance on creating and deleting metadata fields in ResourceSpace. Metadata fields should be clear and descriptive, and the right data should be stored in the right field type to achieve this.
Metadata field types
This article provides a list of metadata field types that can be used to capture data in an appropriate form for communicating to users what it represents. The list includes text boxes for single-line, multi-line, large multi-line, and formatted text, as well as check box lists, drop-down lists, radio buttons, and date fields.
Configuring category trees
The category tree field type is useful for selecting metadata tags from a nested tree, particularly where resource subjects follow a hierarchical classification, such as product taxonomy or projects within campaigns.
Modifying field options
The article explains how to modify field options in fixed list metadata fields in ResourceSpace. Users can add, remove or edit options by editing the field and selecting the "manage options" link. To add a new option, users can enter the name of the tag and click "Add".
Advanced metadata field configuration
This page covers the advanced options for metadata field configuration including display templates, smart featured collections, display conditions, autocomplete options and additional settings for ExifTool and IPTC metadata.
Indexing metadata
ResourceSpace has announced that from version 10.1, indexing of text fields will be limited to the first 500 characters of text. This change is being made to enable ResourceSpace to quickly search resource metadata, rather than the full file contents.
Related keywords
The article explains how to manage related keywords in a website's admin panel. This feature allows creating relationships between search terms so that a search for one will also return resources that have the other keyword present in their metadata.
Smart featured collections
Smart featured collections are an automated way of collating resources with a common theme.
Creating user groups
This article provides information on how to create user groups in ResourceSpace. The default user groups in ResourceSpace are Administrators, Archivist, General users, Restricted user, and Super Admin.
Creating users
This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to create a user account in a system. It explains that user accounts require user groups to be created first, as user permissions and configuration settings are managed in the groups.
Useful user tools
ResourceSpace provides several user management tools to help with the user configuration process. The first tool is resetting passwords, which can be done by browsing to Admin > Users, editing the user, entering a password into the password field or clicking "Suggest" to generate one, and clicking Save.
Advanced user group options
The article explains the advanced user group options available in ResourceSpace. These options are hidden by default to make the user group page easier to use, but they can be accessed by clicking on the "Advanced options" header above the save button.
Writing your own plugins
A plugin in ResourceSpace is a collection of PHP code, language files, graphics, CSS files and other related files that are structured to conform to the ResourceSpace plugin architecture. For deployment, the files that constitute a plugin are packaged together into a self-contained file called a ResourceSpace Plugin (.
Customising the header image
The article provides a simple guide on how to customize the header image of an installation. Users can access the option to replace the header image by navigating to the "System Configuration" option under the "System" menu on the admin page.
Adding resources to a collection
This article explains the different ways to add resources to a collection in a learning management system. Resources can be added to multiple collections at any given time. The first way to add resources is during upload, where the resources can be added to an existing or new collection.
CSV upload
The CSV upload plugin for ResourceSpace allows users to edit existing resource metadata and create new resources by uploading a CSV file. The plugin is recommended for administrators and users with elevated permissions due to the risk of inserting incorrect data into ResourceSpace.
Advanced workflow
workflow, process, publish, embargo, archive, review,state, status
Watched searches
The 'rse_search_notifications' plugin enables the functionality of watched searches, which allows users to subscribe to any search result or set of resources, such as a collection. The system will then notify the user when resources are added or edited to match the result set.
Video tracks
The Video Tracks plugin for ResourceSpace enables users to create custom video files in alternative formats/codecs, including subtitle and audio track files that have been uploaded as alternative files for a video resource.
Analytics
The analytics function allows detailed reporting on a variety of system actions which can be broken down by user group and filtered by a number of options.
KE EMu database integration
KE EMu is a multi-user and object-oriented database management system that uses a Texpress database engine. The Texpress kernel has features that allow for easy creation and use of applications, accessed via a range of applications.
API
ResourceSpace implements a RESTful API that returns JSON. All requests must be signed using a shared private key specific to each user. This can be performed via GET or POST.
do_search
The article provides a description of the do_search function, which is used to perform a search and return matching resources. The function takes several variables, including the search string, resource type IDs, results order, archive status, maximum number of rows to return, sort order, and offset.
create_resource
The article provides a function called "create_resource" that creates a new resource. The function requires the ID of the resource type for the new resource, which is an integer value. The archival state of the new resource is optional, and the default value is 999.
copy_resource
The article provides information on the "copy_resource" function, which is used to copy a resource. The function only copies metadata and property, not the attached files. The function requires the ID of the resource to be copied and the ID of the resource type for the new resource.
update_resource_type
The article describes the function update_resource_type, which is used to change the resource type of a resource. The function takes two parameters: the ID of the resource and the new resource type ID.
add_alternative_file
The article provides information on the function "add_alternative_file" which is used to add a new alternative file. The function requires the ID of the resource and a short descriptive name for the new alternative file.
upload_file
The "upload_file" function allows users to upload a new local file to an existing resource, replacing any file that is already attached. The function takes in several variables, including the ID of the resource, a flag to process embedded metadata, a flag to re-process an existing file, a flag to automatically rotate images, and the path on disk of the file to upload.
upload_file_by_url
The "upload_file_by_url" function allows users to upload a new remote file to an existing resource, replacing any file that is already attached. The function requires the ID of the resource, which must already exist, and the URL of the file to upload.
create_collection
This article provides instructions on how to create a new collection for a user. The user needs to provide a name for the collection, which is a required field. If the user wants to use the standard upload naming format, they can set the $forupload variable to true and leave the name field empty.
Managing plugins
ResourceSpace is a digital asset management system that can be extended or modified using plugins. Plugins have a managed structure that makes it easy for third parties to write and for site administrators to maintain, even as function and bug fixes are applied to the base code.
Creating custom reports
ResourceSpace allows users to create custom reports by writing SQL queries. Reports can be created in Admin > System > Reports, and existing reports can be viewed and edited from the same location. Users can create reports that show resources pending submission, and reports that allow date range selection.
Configuring for multi-client use
The article provides a method for setting up ResourceSpace as an environment where multiple users can use the system, but their resources remain private from each other. The method involves creating a new global field called 'client' that can be attached to all types of resources.
StaticSync - keep your files in situ
StaticSync is a tool that allows users to keep their files in situ, meaning that they can remain in their existing folder structure. It is not intended to be used as a way to store resources externally to increase storage capability.
Watermarks
ResourceSpace allows users to enable watermarks on preview images generated for each resource. To enable watermark preview generation, users need to add the following to their config.php: $watermark = "gfx/watermark.
Translations
The article provides a guide on how to create an official standard translation and a custom translation for a system. Before starting an official translation, it is important to verify that no other translator is already working with the language.
Simple LDAP
The Simple LDAP plugin enables consistent sign-on (CSO) for ResourceSpace users, allowing them to log in using the same credentials they use to log in to their organisation's network. The plugin has been tested with Microsoft Active Directory and Oracle Directory servers.
Google Vision API
The Google Vision API plugin sends images to Google's Cloud Vision API on upload and sets appropriate metadata in pre-configured fields based on what has been recognised in the image. The plugin can be found under the 'Asset processing' category.
search_get_previews
The article describes the search_get_previews function, which is used to perform a search and return matching resources including URLs for the requested preview sizes. The function takes several variables, including the search string, resource type IDs, results order, archive status, maximum number of rows to return, sort order, recent search day limit, preview sizes, and preview file extension.
Simple SAML
This plugin allows users to log on to ResourceSpace using a SAML compliant single sign-on (SSO) Identity Provider (IdP)
Antivirus
The antivirus plugin for ResourceSpace allows the platform to check every file uploaded to see if it is a known virus. The plugin can be configured to work with any antivirus that has a command line interface, and has been tested with ClamAV and Sophos.
Lockable metadata
The article discusses the use of lockable metadata fields to speed up the process of refining metadata after uploading new resources. The feature is intended for use when the default upload sequence is set to 'Upload first, then set metadata'.
Action dates
The 'action_dates' plugin will automatically perform certain actions based on resource metadata, for example, archiving a resource when an expiry date is reached.
CSV user import
The CSV user import plugin allows administrators to create user accounts in bulk based on information stored in a CSV file. The CSV file must be encoded in UTF-8 format and without BOM, and should have text cells quoted in case they contain commas or other special characters.
Installing on Windows Server
The article provides a step-by-step guide to installing ResourceSpace on Windows Server. The instructions include setting up the IIS Web Server role, installing Web Platform Installer to help with PHP and MySQL install, configuring php.
IIIF
IIIF is an API specification that aims to improve interoperability between digital image repositories. ResourceSpace provides basic support for the IIIF presentation API, which was originally created to link with the TMS plugin to enable publishing of resources related to a specified TMS object as a IIIF manifest.
Migrating free text data to fixed list field options
The article explains how to migrate free text data to fixed list field options when changing a metadata field type from a free text field to a fixed option field type. The fixed option field types include checkbox, radio button, dropdown, and dynamic tag list.
set_node
The article provides information on the set_node function, which is used to create a new node in ResourceSpace. The function requires the ID of the node to be updated, the ID of the related metadata field, and the name of the node.
Image banks
The Image Banks plugin allows users to search external image banks for photos without having to navigate manually to the external system. Users can run searches in the external image bank using the simple search box and the dropdown selector called "Search external image banks".
Smart collections
Smart collections are a new feature that can be enabled in a system by using the config option $allow_smart_collections. Once enabled, a new option will appear in the Actions drop-down menu on the Search page, allowing users to save a search as a smart collection.
ResourceSpace messages
ResourceSpace uses messages to ensure that notifications are prominently displayed so that important messages are not overlooked. A counter next to the user's profile will increase to indicate the activity as new messages are received.
Emails
ResourceSpace uses emails to notify users of relevant activity such as resource submissions, user account requests, or resource download requests. However, most email notifications have been replaced by system messages, but users can still opt to receive emails by modifying their user preferences.
TMS link
Help for setting up the tms_link plugin.
Manage image sizes
ResourceSpace allows users to upload files in their original form, but also creates derivative files in other resolutions that are stored alongside the resource. The default sizes of these derivative files are appropriate for most uses, but users may require a specific size to be available.
Logs
ResourceSpace has a log that records the actions of each user, which is accessible in the Users section of the Admin area. The logs record the date and time of user logins, resources they have created, deleted and downloaded, and edits they have made to resources, showing both the previous and new values.
Upload here
ResourceSpace has introduced a new feature called "Upload here" that helps users create new resources based on a recent advanced search. The feature directs users to the upload page where the options will have been automatically selected, meaning they can easily add more resources that this metadata set describes.
Browse bar
ResourceSpace has introduced a browse bar to help users find resources more easily. The bar is a collapsible side tab available from all pages, offering the options to search by resource type, tag, collection or workflow state.
Adobe link
This plugin allows you to import files from ResourceSpace directly into Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
Resource commenting
Resource commenting can be enabled in ResourceSpace by using the config option $comments_resource_enable. This feature adds a new area below the resource metadata, allowing users to add and respond to comments about the resource.
Accessibility
A high contrast mode is available for users with limited vision. This can be activated via the personal menu, then 'Preferences'. The user should select 'Enable' next to the 'Higher contrast mode' option.
Checkmail
The Checkmail plugin has been developed to expand ResourceSpace's capabilities by enabling the ingestion of resources using email. The plugin allows devices to contribute digital assets to the system, and provides advanced configuration options and the ability to handle a wide range of email types.
Google Analytics
ResourceSpace has added support for Google Analytics in its version 10.1, allowing users to track website activity such as session duration, pages visited per session, bounce rate, exit rate, and the source of traffic.
MuseumPlus
MuseumPlus is a web-based museum management system that provides real-time museum management and fully documents any type of collection and all related workflow. The system can be integrated with ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system, through its API.
Resource usage
The Resource Usage plugin enables users to keep a log of how a resource has been used, along with the usage medium, such as print or TV. Once enabled, a new section is added to the bottom of the resource view page, where users can click "New usage" to create a new record of where the resource was used.
Coding standards v1.3
The article provides coding standards for developers working on the ResourceSpace project. The standards cover various aspects of coding, including security, documentation, functionality, PHP version, MySQL strict mode, backward compatibility, file format, coding style, indentation, line length, control structures, function calls, function definitions, MySQL statements, readability of code blocks, returning early, and avoiding cross-site scripting vulnerabilities.
2. Uploading and editing
We can simply drag and drop the files or an entire folder directly from our computer on to the upload queue.
4. Sharing and collections
Sharing single resources is very straightforward. We can send the resource to other users of the system, but we can also enter e-mail addresses and share with people that are not users of the system. They receive a special link that allows them to access only the resource you've shared with them.
6. Dash tiles
Collections can be published as dash tiles. The dash is an area on the home page to which users can add their own custom tiles.
File integrity checking
ResourceSpace has a tool to verify the file integrity of primary resource files, which notifies users of any corruption and allows them to take remedial action. To configure the system to check file integrity, users need to have full file checksums configured, the ResourceSpace cron script configured to run frequently as a cron task or scheduled task, and the file integrity verify window enabled to set the hours between which the script will run.
Context help links
Context Help links can be added to pages to link to a relevant Knowledge Base page. These links open Knowledge Base in a modal or new page and are enabled by default on a ResourceSpace system but can be disabled by setting $contextual_help_links=false.
Site content
All text strings in ResourceSpace can be customised from the Manage content area.
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Feedback
The Feedback plugin adds a user feedback function to the header for all users. Once enabled, users will be prompted to answer a configurable feedback form, and responses to these forms are stored in a CSV file inside the feedback plugin folder on the server.
Wordpress_SSO
The Wordpress_SSO plugin enables users to log in to ResourceSpace using Wordpress single sign-on (SSO) Identity Provider (IdP). However, the plugin should only be enabled and configured by system administrators as it affects how users log in to ResourceSpace.
Checksums
Checksums are a sequence of numbers and letters that are produced by running a file through an algorithm that uses a cryptographic hash to create a unique identifier. Even the slightest change in the original file will produce a different checksum, making them useful for ensuring file integrity and preventing resource duplication.
Track field history
The track field history plugin is a tool that allows users to easily view the history of metadata for a resource by breaking it down by field. Users can select which fields to track and a History link will be placed next to those fields on the resource details panel of the resource view page.
Configuring the database
This article provides instructions on how to configure a database for ResourceSpace, an open-source digital asset management system. The article explains how to create a new database and how to create dedicated users for ResourceSpace, which is a good security practice.
ResourceSpace Plugins
Explore the range of plugins that are available to expand ResourceSpace's base functionality, including integrations with third party software and systems.
Vimeo publish
The Vimeo Publish plugin allows users to publish video resources to a configured Vimeo account. The plugin uploads data and has configurable mapped fields to automatically add descriptions, titles, and tags.
Creating and editing filters
Creating and editing filters. Filters can be set to control access to resources
Usage history
ResourceSpace, the open source digital asset management software, is logging every time a user downloads a resource from the system, even one of its available sizes. By default, this is not shown on the view page of a resource, but there are configuration options which can change this behaviour.
How to restore your ResourceSpace installation
This article provides guidance on how to restore a ResourceSpace installation to a replacement server in the event of server failure or migration. The steps described in the article restore the existing ResourceSpace configuration, but do not cover custom ResourceSpace code, external directories used by ResourceSpace, DNS changes, or web or proxy server configuration.
Database schema
Database schema for ResourceSpace.
Fixed list fields
ResourceSpace has various metadata field types, including text boxes, check box lists, dropdown lists, date fields, category trees, and radio button lists. Some of these fields can have their options defined by an administrator of the system, and these fields are called fixed list fields.
Sensitive image blurring
The sensitive image blurring plugin can blur selected images from users both in the results and on the resource view page. The plugin can be configured by enabling it and choosing a desired field for the "sensitive message" in the plugin's options page.
ResourceSpace software design principles
ResourceSpace, an open-source digital asset management software, has outlined its design principles for developers. The principles include the KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) principle, which advises against implementing complex solutions when a simple one will suffice, and avoiding introducing new technology when existing technology will suffice.
Metadata templates
Metadata templates are a useful tool for saving time and ensuring consistency when uploading resources with common metadata sets. A metadata template is a data-only resource that inherits all global fields and resource type-specific fields, meaning that each template may contain a complete set of values for every field within ResourceSpace.
Anonymous access
ResourceSpace has introduced anonymous access, which allows non-registered users to access the system without requiring a login. The feature is useful for those who frequently work with third-party agencies and do not want to create new user accounts, or for those who want to make selected resources available to the public.
Sharing upload links
ResourceSpace has introduced a new feature that allows users to share upload links externally. This feature enables external media creators to upload files into ResourceSpace without requiring an account.
Client side API calls
The article discusses the use of the new api() JavaScript function to make calls to the ResourceSpace API using native browser authentication. Instead of creating new AJAX calls to custom endpoints, the api() function is recommended.
RSS Feed
The RSS Feed plugin generates RSS URLs for a resource search in ResourceSpace using the API. After enabling the plugin, a new link appears at the bottom of the Simple Search area, which takes the user to the RSS feed for the 50 most recently uploaded resources.
Modals
Calling and using modals
save_collection
The "save_collection" API binding allows users to save collection data. The API requires a POST request to avoid URL limits being reached. The API requires two variables: "$ref" and "$coldata". "$ref" is the ID of the collection, and "$coldata" is the JSON encoded collection data.
Configuring Leaflet Maps
This article provides a guide to configuring Leaflet maps in ResourceSpace. The article lists several configuration options that can be used to add tile sources and customize how geolocation data is displayed.
Further videos
The article provides a list of videos that cover various topics related to using the ResourceSpace digital asset management system. The videos cover topics such as creating users, customizing the homepage slideshow, search filters, sharing resources, and more.
Image tools
The Image Tools plugin enables users to edit images by rotating, cropping or scaling them. The plugin also allows users to modify the home slideshow image using resources that have previously been uploaded to ResourceSpace.
User preferences
The article provides instructions on how to access user preferences on a website. Users can click on the user profile icon at the top right of the screen and select "Preferences" to make changes to the functionality and interface available to them.
Messaging
The article provides instructions on how to view and send messages on a website. To view messages, users need to click on the user profile icon and select "Messages". Messages are listed in date order, newest first, and users can mark them as read, delete them, or reply to them.
Consent manager
Adds the capability to manage resource licensing via the resource view page.
get_system_status
The get_system_status API provides system status information, which is configuration-dependent, such as mysql_log_transactions. The API does not require any parameters. The API returns a JSON object that contains the system status information.
User actions
User actions are now enabled for all users by default, unless disabled by a system administrator. Actions alert users to resources or activities that require their attention, and the actions visible to a user will vary depending on system configuration and user permissions.
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Sending user notifications
The article provides guidance on sending user notifications in ResourceSpace. Before version 10, developers had to make several checks before calling send_mail() or message_add() whenever required, resulting in duplicated code and inconsistency.
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Prepared statements
ResourceSpace, an open-source digital asset management software, has announced that all new code must use prepared statements for any SQL execution. The new functions ps_query(), ps_array() and ps_value() replace functions sql_query(), sql_array() and sql_value() respectively.
Upgrading PHP versions
ResourceSpace has updated its PHP requirement to version 7.4 for its version 10.0 to maintain compatibility with the third-party file uploader library (Uppy) and to maintain security. The company has warned that PHP 7.
API Webhooks
API Webhooks is a plugin that allows developers to synchronise data between ResourceSpace and third-party systems. The plugin enables remote scripts to be called from within ResourceSpace, allowing users to drive the timing of the synchronisation between the two systems.
Integrating with Uppy Companion
Uppy Companion is an open-source server application that can be linked to the Uppy uploader used by ResourceSpace. It allows users to select files directly from sources such as Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive without having to download the files locally first.
OpenAI GPT
OpenAI's GPT language model has been integrated into ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system, to automate metadata processing tasks. The plugin allows users to use GPT to populate metadata fields based on data stored in another field.
The System Configuration page
The System Configuration Page is a feature in Moodle that can be accessed via the administration menu System category. It allows users to configure many system-wide properties, such as the default system language, timezone, and the appearance of the system.
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upload_multipart
The "upload_multipart" function allows users to upload files using HTTP multipart to an existing resource. This function is available from version 10.2+ of the software. The function requires several variables to be provided, including the ID of the resource, a boolean value to indicate whether to process embedded metadata, a boolean value to indicate whether to re-process the existing file, and the file to be uploaded.
Setting up scheduled tasks/cron
To ensure that ResourceSpace can send notifications and perform regular tasks, it is necessary to set up scheduled tasks or cron jobs. These tasks should be configured to run at least once daily, but may need to run more frequently depending on certain configuration options.
Configuring the download filename format
ResourceSpace version 10.3 introduces a new system-wide configuration that allows administrators to format the final download filename. This configuration applies to resources and their alternatives, including preview sizes.
A Comprehensive Guide to Digital Curation: Tools and Techniques
Explore the world of digital curation. Learn about the concepts, tools, and techniques used to curate and preserve historical and culturally significant assets.
How do I check for duplicates?
The article discusses how to check for duplicates in ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system. It explains that ResourceSpace uses checksums, which are unique "fingerprint" ID sequences, to identify duplicates.
Progressive Web App
ResourceSpace can be installed as a Progressive Web App (PWA) by using the manifest.json file. This file sets various properties for the web application, such as the application name, app icons, UI colors, shortcuts, and screenshots.
The Complete Guide to Metadata
Metadata is data that provides information about other data, without describing the content of that data. It is crucial for digital assets and is used to categorize and describe various types of files, such as documents, videos, and audio files.
Navigating Consent and Digital Asset Management
Consent is not just limited to personal contact information or medical records; it also applies to artwork, photos, and videos where a person is identifiable. Digital asset managers need to have robust consent policies and procedures in place to comply with regulations and protect the privacy of individuals.
How do I change the welcome message?
The article discusses how to change the welcome message on a website or application. It explains that the welcome message is the first thing users see when they visit a website or open an app, and it sets the tone for their experience.
How do I change the background image?
The article explains how to set background images on a website using the ResourceSpace platform. Users with the necessary permissions can set one or multiple background images as a slideshow by accessing the Admin section and navigating to System > Slideshow.
Configuring image alternatives
The article discusses configuring image alternatives using the "$image_alternatives" configuration option, similar to video file alternatives. This setting controls the options for ImageMagick utility to create alternative image formats/sizes.
LinkrUI for Adobe
LinkrUI for Adobe is a Connector plugin that integrates ResourceSpace with Adobe software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and After Effects. This integration allows users to easily search, open, and place assets stored in ResourceSpace directly into their Adobe applications.
Table: activity_log
The article describes the structure of the "activity_log" table, which is used to log all user activity across the system. The table contains several columns, including "ref", which is an auto-incrementing index, "logged", which records the date and time of the activity, "user", which refers to the user who performed the activity, and "log_code", which is a single character code defining the type of activity.
Table: collection
This article provides a table that outlines the structure of a collection in ResourceSpace, which is a group of resources. The table includes columns such as ref, name, user, created, public, theme, theme2, theme3, allow_changes, cant_delete, keywords, savedsearch, home_page_publish, home_page_text, home_page_image, session_id, description, type, parent, thumbnail_selection_method, bg_img_resource_ref, and order_by.
Table: keyword
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Table: node
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Table: report
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Table: resource
The article provides a table of the resource, which is the central record within ResourceSpace mapping to a single asset/file. The table includes various columns such as ref, title, resource_type, has_image, is_transcoding, hit_count, new_hit_count, creation_date, rating, user_rating, user_rating_count, user_rating_total, country, file_extension, preview_extension, image_red, image_green, image_blue, thumb_width, thumb_height, archive, access, colour_key, created_by, file_path, file_modified, file_checksum, request_count, expiry_notification_sent, preview_tweaks, geo_lat, geo_long, mapzoom, disk_usage, disk_usage_last_updated, file_size, preview_attempts, modified, last_verified, integrity_fail, and lock_user.
Table: resource_keyword
The article provides information about the "resource_keyword" table, which is used to store indexed keywords for free text metadata. The table has six columns, including "resource," which is a foreign key referencing the "resource" table, and "keyword," which is a foreign key referencing the "keyword" table.
Table: resource_log
The resource_log table is used to log all activity related to a resource in ResourceSpace. It contains an auto-incrementing index, the date the log was recorded, the user who performed the action, the resource that was affected, the type of log, and any notes related to the log.
Table: resource_node
The resource_node table in ResourceSpace links fixed metadata nodes with resources to store metadata for fixed metadata types such as dropdowns. The table has three columns: resource, node, and hit_count.
OpenCV (facial recognition)
OpenCV is a library used by ResourceSpace for facial recognition capability. The article provides instructions on how to install OpenCV on Ubuntu and how to check the Python and OpenCV versions. The facial recognition feature in ResourceSpace can be configured by setting the path to Python, the field used to store the name of the person suggested/detected, the location for the face recognizer model state(s) and data, and enabling facial recognition.
Configuring Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
The article explains how to configure Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) and Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) to protect web applications from attacks. CSRF is an attack that forces an end user to execute unwanted actions on a web application in which they are currently authenticated.
ResourceSpace file storage (filestore)
ResourceSpace stores resource files in obfuscated folder paths on the server and not in the database. The folders are not meaningful to an administrator browsing the folders on the server because they are derived from the unique resource ID and are not related in any way to metadata or collections that the resources belong to.
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) is an attack that forces an authenticated user to execute unwanted actions on a web application. The attack targets state-changing requests, not data theft, as the attacker has no way to see the response to the forged request.
get_user_actions()
Developer reference for function get_user_actions()
update_resource_type_field_order()
Developer reference for function update_resource_type_field_order()
update_resource_type_order()
Developer reference for function update_resource_type_order()
annotationEditable()
Developer reference for function annotationEditable()
createAnnotation()
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updateAnnotation()
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prepareTags()
Developer reference for function prepareTags()
execute_api_call()
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iiif_get_canvases()
Developer reference for function iiif_get_canvases()
get_user_collections()
Developer reference for function get_user_collections()
add_resource_to_collection()
Developer reference for function add_resource_to_collection()
create_collection()
Developer reference for function create_collection()
search_public_collections()
Developer reference for function search_public_collections()
save_collection()
Developer reference for function save_collection()
email_collection()
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add_smart_collection()
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add_saved_search_items()
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update_collection_order()
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get_mycollection_name()
Developer reference for function get_mycollection_name()
collection_log()
Developer reference for function collection_log()
get_collection_log()
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get_session_collections()
Developer reference for function get_session_collections()
update_collection_user()
Developer reference for function update_collection_user()
compile_collection_actions()
Developer reference for function compile_collection_actions()
collection_download_get_archive_file()
Developer reference for function collection_download_get_archive_file()
collection_download_use_original_filenames_when_downloading()
Developer reference for function collection_download_use_original_filenames_when_downloading()
collection_download_log_resource_ready()
Developer reference for function collection_download_log_resource_ready()
collection_download_process_data_only_types()
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comments_show()
Developer reference for function comments_show()
get_config_options()
Developer reference for function get_config_options()
update_dash_tile()
Developer reference for function update_dash_tile()
get_default_dash()
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get_managed_dash()
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build_usergroup_dash()
Developer reference for function build_usergroup_dash()
get_user_dash()
Developer reference for function get_user_dash()
render_dash_tile_colour_chooser()
Developer reference for function render_dash_tile_colour_chooser()
errorhandler()
Developer reference for function errorhandler()
debug_function_call()
Developer reference for function debug_function_call()
safe_file_name()
Developer reference for function safe_file_name()
txt2html()
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job_queue_add()
Developer reference for function job_queue_add()
job_queue_update()
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job_queue_get_jobs()
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set_sysvar()
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str_replace_formatted_placeholder()
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setLanguage()
Developer reference for function setLanguage()
log_activity()
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log_node_changes()
Developer reference for function log_node_changes()
perform_login()
Developer reference for function perform_login()
generate_session_hash()
Developer reference for function generate_session_hash()
message_add()
Developer reference for function message_add()
message_send_unread_emails()
Developer reference for function message_send_unread_emails()
runFitsForFile()
Developer reference for function runFitsForFile()
populate_resource_nodes()
Developer reference for function populate_resource_nodes()
migrate_filter()
Developer reference for function migrate_filter()
mix_date()
Developer reference for function mix_date()
mix_text()
Developer reference for function mix_text()
mix_filename()
Developer reference for function mix_filename()
mix_email()
Developer reference for function mix_email()
edit_filter_to_restype_permission()
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set_node()
Developer reference for function set_node()
reorder_node()
Developer reference for function reorder_node()
get_node_order_by()
Developer reference for function get_node_order_by()
draw_tree_node_table()
Developer reference for function draw_tree_node_table()
node_field_options_override()
Developer reference for function node_field_options_override()
copy_resource_nodes()
Developer reference for function copy_resource_nodes()
update_resource_node_hitcount()
Developer reference for function update_resource_node_hitcount()
copy_resource_type_field_nodes()
Developer reference for function copy_resource_type_field_nodes()
generate_pdf()
Developer reference for function generate_pdf()
set_plugin_config()
Developer reference for function set_plugin_config()
render_search_field()
Developer reference for function render_search_field()
render_actions()
Developer reference for function render_actions()
display_field()
Developer reference for function display_field()
render_date_range_field()
Developer reference for function render_date_range_field()
renderCallToActionTile()
Developer reference for function renderCallToActionTile()
render_browse_bar()
Developer reference for function render_browse_bar()
check_display_condition()
Developer reference for function check_display_condition()
get_reports()
Developer reference for function get_reports()
do_report()
Developer reference for function do_report()
create_periodic_email()
Developer reference for function create_periodic_email()
send_periodic_report_emails()
Developer reference for function send_periodic_report_emails()
get_user_requests()
Developer reference for function get_user_requests()
save_request()
Developer reference for function save_request()
get_requests()
Developer reference for function get_requests()
email_collection_request()
Developer reference for function email_collection_request()
managed_collection_request()
Developer reference for function managed_collection_request()
email_resource_request()
Developer reference for function email_resource_request()
send_research_request()
Developer reference for function send_research_request()
get_research_requests()
Developer reference for function get_research_requests()
save_research_request()
Developer reference for function save_research_request()
get_resource_path()
Developer reference for function get_resource_path()
get_resource_data()
Developer reference for function get_resource_data()
create_resource()
Developer reference for function create_resource()
update_hitcount()
Developer reference for function update_hitcount()
save_resource_data()
Developer reference for function save_resource_data()
save_resource_data_multi()
Developer reference for function save_resource_data_multi()
append_field_value()
Developer reference for function append_field_value()
update_field()
Developer reference for function update_field()
get_resource_field_data_batch()
Developer reference for function get_resource_field_data_batch()
get_resource_top_keywords()
Developer reference for function get_resource_top_keywords()
copy_resource()
Developer reference for function copy_resource()
resource_log()
Developer reference for function resource_log()
get_resource_log()
Developer reference for function get_resource_log()
createTempFile()
Developer reference for function createTempFile()
write_metadata()
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update_resource()
Developer reference for function update_resource()
get_alternative_files()
Developer reference for function get_alternative_files()
user_rating_save()
Developer reference for function user_rating_save()
save_field_options()
Developer reference for function save_field_options()
get_resource_access()
Developer reference for function get_resource_access()
get_edit_access()
Developer reference for function get_edit_access()
reindex_resource()
Developer reference for function reindex_resource()
notify_user_resources_approved()
Developer reference for function notify_user_resources_approved()
update_related_resource()
Developer reference for function update_related_resource()
copy_locked_data()
Developer reference for function copy_locked_data()
copy_locked_fields()
Developer reference for function copy_locked_fields()
process_edit_form()
Developer reference for function process_edit_form()
get_default_archive_state()
Developer reference for function get_default_archive_state()
save_original_file_as_alternative()
Developer reference for function save_original_file_as_alternative()
update_resource_keyword_hitcount()
Developer reference for function update_resource_keyword_hitcount()
copy_hitcount_to_live()
Developer reference for function copy_hitcount_to_live()
get_all_image_sizes()
Developer reference for function get_all_image_sizes()
get_resource_type_fields()
Developer reference for function get_resource_type_fields()
notify_resource_change()
Developer reference for function notify_resource_change()
checkPreviewToolsOptionUniqueness()
Developer reference for function checkPreviewToolsOptionUniqueness()
create_resource_type_field()
Developer reference for function create_resource_type_field()
update_resource_lock()
Developer reference for function update_resource_lock()
search_filter()
Developer reference for function search_filter()
search_special()
Developer reference for function search_special()
get_filter_sql()
Developer reference for function get_filter_sql()
resolve_keyword()
Developer reference for function resolve_keyword()
get_simple_search_fields()
Developer reference for function get_simple_search_fields()
get_fields_for_search_display()
Developer reference for function get_fields_for_search_display()
save_filter_rule()
Developer reference for function save_filter_rule()
copy_filter()
Developer reference for function copy_filter()
set_slideshow()
Developer reference for function set_slideshow()
email_reset_link()
Developer reference for function email_reset_link()
change_password()
Developer reference for function change_password()
get_notification_users()
Developer reference for function get_notification_users()
get_featured_collection_resources()
Developer reference for function get_featured_collection_resources()
get_featured_collection_categ_sub_fcs()
Developer reference for function get_featured_collection_categ_sub_fcs()
process_posted_featured_collection_categories()
Developer reference for function process_posted_featured_collection_categories()
render_featured_collection()
Developer reference for function render_featured_collection()
render_featured_collections_category_permissions()
Developer reference for function render_featured_collections_category_permissions()
compute_featured_collections_acess_control()
Developer reference for function compute_featured_collections_acess_control()
reshape_array_by_value_keys()
Developer reference for function reshape_array_by_value_keys()
get_resource_nodes_batch()
Developer reference for function get_resource_nodes_batch()
compute_featured_collections_access_control()
Description Compute the featured collections allowed based on current access control TRUE if user has access to all featured collections. If some access control is in place, then the return will be an array with all the allowed featured collections Parameters This function accepts no parameters.
process_node_search_syntax_to_names()
Description Process one of the columns whose value is a search string containing nodes (e.g @@228@229, @@555) and mutate input array by adding a new column (named $column + '_node_name') which will hold the nodes found in the search string and their translated names Parameters Column Type Default Description $R array Generic type for array (e.
save_usergroup()
Description Save or create usergroup Parameters Column Type Default Description $ref int Group ref.
comments_notify_tagged()
Description Notify anyone tagged when a new comment is posted Parameters Column Type Default Description $comment string The comment body $from_user integer Who posted the comment $resource integer null If commenting on a resource, the resource ID $collection integer null If commenting on a collection, the collection ID Return void Location include/comment_functions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The most frequently asked questions about ResourceSpace, the free and open source Digital Asset Management system.
create_upload_link()
Description Creates an upload link for a collection that can be shared 'usergroup' Usergroup id to share as (must be in $upload_link_usergroups array) 'expires' Expiration date in 'YYYY-MM-DD' format 'password' Optional password for share access 'emails' Optional array of email addresses to generate keys for Parameters Column Type Default Description $collection int Collection ID $shareoptions array - values to set Return string Share access key Location include/collections_functions.
upload_share_setup()
Description Set up external upload share "collection" - (int) collection ID "user" - (int) user ID of share creator "usergroup" - (int) usergroup ID used for share Parameters Column Type Default Description $key string access key $shareopts array array Array of share options Return void Location include/collections_functions.
external_upload_notify()
Description Notify the creator of an external upload share that resources have been uploaded Parameters Column Type Default Description $collection int Ref of external shared collection $k string External upload access key $tempcollection int Ref of temporay upload collection Return void Location include/collections_functions.
render_share_password_question()
Parameters Column Type Default Description $blank true Location include/render_functions.
set_unique_filename()
Description Ensures filename is unique in $filenames array and adds resulting filename to the array Parameters Column Type Default Description &$filename &$filenames $filename string Requested filename to be added.
header_add_map_providers()
Parameters This function accepts no parameters. Location include/map_functions.php lines 534 to 683 Definition function header_add_map_providers () { global $geo_leaflet_sources , $baseurl , $geo_tile_caching ; ?> <script> // Copied from leaflet-providers.
get_geolibraries()
Description Definition of providers. see http://leafletjs.com/reference.html#tilelayer for options in the options map. L.TileLayer.Provider.providers = { <?php foreach($geo_leaflet_sources as $leaflet_source) { echo escape($leaflet_source["code"]) .
is_tracking_vars_active()
Description Check if ResourceSpace is still tracking variables for debug purposes. Parameters Column Type Default Description $user int User ID for which we check if tracking vars is active Return boolean Location include/debug_functions.
debug_track_vars()
Description Debug log tracked variables (as configured in System > System console). IMPORTANT: the debug log will contain the JSON encoded version of the tracked variable. For further analysis, just copy the value (ie.
move_featured_collection_branch_path_root()
Description Move a featured collection branch paths' root to the node determined by the global configuration option $featured_collections_root_collection. This temporarily moves the root of the featured collection branch, removing any nodes on the branch from the real root up to the new root.
temp_local_download_remote_file()
Description Download remote file to the temp filestore location. Parameters Column Type Default Description $url string Source URL $key string "" Optional key to use - to prevent conflicts when simultaneous calls use same file name Return string|bool Returns the new temp filestore location or false otherwise.
reorder_collections()
Description Re-order collections Parameters Column Type Default Description $refs array List of collection IDs in the new order Return void Location include/collections_functions.
copy_usergroup_permissions()
Description Copy the permissions string from another usergroup Parameters Column Type Default Description $src_id int The group ID to copy from $dst_id int The group ID to copy to Return mixed bool|int True to indicate existing group has been updated or ID of newly created group This article was last updated 19th April 2024 09:35 Europe/London time based on the source file dated 17th April 2024 16:25 Europe/London time.
check_imagemagick_cli_version_found()
Description Check CLI version found for ImageMagick is as expected. - utility - New utility value for its display name - found - PHP bool representing whether we've found what we were expecting in the version output.
lang_load_site_text()
Description Load all site text for the given page and language into the global $lang array Parameters Column Type Default Description &$lang $pagename string Pagename $language string "" Language $lang array Passed by reference Return void Location include/language_functions.
Manage (system) tabs
The article provides guidance on managing system tabs in version 10+ of the system. Tabs can be used by metadata fields and resource types, and to manage them, users should go to Admin > System > Tabs.
update_node_hitcount_from_search()
The article provides information about the function "update_node_hitcount_from_search()" in the resource_functions.php file of ResourceSpace. The function is used to increment the hit count for each node that has been used in a search for a specified resource.
sql_reorder_records()
The `sql_reorder_records()` function is used to re-order rows in a table. It takes two parameters: `$table`, which is the name of the table that must have an "order_by" column, and `$refs`, which is an array of record IDs in the new desired order.
get_tabs_with_usage_count()
The get_tabs_with_usage_count() function is used to retrieve tabs based on certain criteria, such as order by and limit. The function takes an array of criteria information as a parameter, including the order by and limit values.
create_tab()
The create_tab() function is used to create a new system tab record. The function takes an array as a parameter, which contains the name of the new tab. The function first checks if the user has permission to manage tabs and then inserts the new tab into the database.
update_smart_collection()
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display_related_resources()
Description Render all related resources on view page Parameters Column Type Default Description $context array Array with all required info from the view page Return void * Location include/render_functions.
remove_config_option()
Description Remove system/user preferences Parameters Column Type Default Description $user_id ?int Database user ID $name: string $name string Configuration option (variable) name Location include/config_functions.
migrate_fixed_to_text()
Description Migrate fixed list field data to text field data for a given resource reference. Useful when changing resource type field from a data type that can contain multiple values such as a dynamic keywords field.
create_resource_type()
Description Create a new resource type with the specified name Parameters Column Type Default Description $name Name $name of new resouce type Return int| bool ref of new resource type or false if invalid data passed Location include/config_functions.
admin_resource_type_field_option()
Description Render metadata field option input on admin_resource_type_field_edit.php Parameters Column Type Default Description $propertyname string Field property/column name $propertytitle string Title $helptext string Help text $type mixed Input type (0=text,1=boolean,2=text area) $currentvalue mixed Current field setting $fieldtype int Field type.
apply_resource_default()
Description When changing resource type, new resource type specific fields may become available. This function will apply any resource default values for resource type specific fields that were not previously available (i.
get_user_actions_recent()
Description Get recent user actions, optionally for all users. For use by action notifications cron job. the 'a' permission and the current script is not running from CLI then only the currently logged on user's actions will be returned Included columns are as per get_user_actions() - resourcerequest - array of resource requests - userrequest - array of user requests - resourcereview - array of resources to reviewdescription) Parameters Column Type Default Description $minutes int Return actions that were created in the last $minutes minutes $allusers bool Return actions for all users? If false, or if the current user does not have $userref; []; // Find all resources that have changed archive state in the given number of minutes ifis_int_loose$view_title_field Return array An array with the user id as the index and the following arrays of sub elements.
render_pie_graph()
Description Output the Javascript to build a pie chart in the canvas denoted by $id $data must be in the following format $data = array( "slice_a label" => "slice_a value", "slice_b label" => "slice_b value", ); a string can be used to denote the total value to pad the data to Parameters Column Type Default Description $id string identifier for the canvas to render the chart in $data array data to be rendered in the chart $total string|null null null will mean that the data is complete and an extra field is not required Return void Location include/reporting_functions.
render_bar_graph()
Description Output the Javascript to build a bar chart in the canvas denoted by $id $data must be in the following format $data = array( "point_a x value" => "point_a y value", "point_b x value" => "point_b y value", Parameters Column Type Default Description $id string identifier for the canvas to render the chart in $data array data to be rendered in the chart Return void Location include/reporting_functions.
create_random_video()
Description Generate a random video which can be used during testing (e.g to upload, or create previews for) - duration (default: 5 seconds) - width (default: 300) - height (default: 300) - filename (default: random) - extension (default: mp4) - text -> Video content text (optional) Parameters Column Type Default Description $info: array $GLOBALS['ffmpeg_supported_extensions'] $info array Set video parameters: Return array Returns an "error" key if something went wrong, otherwise provides some useful info (e.
toggle_active_state_for_nodes()
Description Toggle nodes' active state Parameters Column Type Default Description $refs: array 'ref' 'asc' '' [FIELD_TYPE_CATEGORY_TREE] 'ref'; $refs list Node IDs Return array<int, 0|1> Location include/node_functions.