Web Services and Standards

Snippet

The Snippet component allows approved third party or custom snippets of code to be added to the page.

CategoryValue
May contain None
May be placed in Content region, Region 2, Region 3, Accordion panel, Container, Two column split
FieldDescription
Snippet type List of approved third party or custom snippets.
Snippet Formatted code specific to the Snippet type.

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Western Michigan University
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How to add a Snippet

  1. Select Snippet from the Component type drop down list and click the Add new Component or Add another Component button.

  2. Select the Snippet type you are trying to add.

  3. Add code to the Snippet text box in the necessary format as required by the chosen Snippet type.

Things worth mentioning

  • If you find that you need to add a Snippet type, but don't already know required formatting of the Snippet, submit an IT Direct CMS support request indicating the page you are trying to add the Snippet component to, the Snippet type and the any code you may have for the Snippet.