Welcome to the XOOPS FAQ
New to xoops? Start here for a Visual introduction to the features and capabilities of this popular CMS.
What is xoops? maybe you have questions about the System requirements and need advice on How to proceed.
How do I install xoops? check out our Installation guide with advice to make it all go smoothly.
It's gone wrong! I've got a Blank page, strange Error messages, Can't login, Blocks dissapeared, Other faults.
How do I build my site? See our Operations guide and this FAQ section
"It's another problem, not listed here..." Ok, check out our Fault-finding section in the FAQs
"Still lost and can't find an answer, I'll post a question...." NO, FIRST Search this site and click the more results link.
There are still more ways you can find help quickly without waiting for forum answers: Maybe a quick check on Terminology and procedures or an in depth read of our Documentation section for directions on site building and customisation. Come back here often for fast reliable help. Check out the 'Most viewed Q&As' block beneath and become familiar with the xoops FAQ pages.
What is xoops? maybe you have questions about the System requirements and need advice on How to proceed.
How do I install xoops? check out our Installation guide with advice to make it all go smoothly.
It's gone wrong! I've got a Blank page, strange Error messages, Can't login, Blocks dissapeared, Other faults.
How do I build my site? See our Operations guide and this FAQ section
"It's another problem, not listed here..." Ok, check out our Fault-finding section in the FAQs
"Still lost and can't find an answer, I'll post a question...." NO, FIRST Search this site and click the more results link.
There are still more ways you can find help quickly without waiting for forum answers: Maybe a quick check on Terminology and procedures or an in depth read of our Documentation section for directions on site building and customisation. Come back here often for fast reliable help. Check out the 'Most viewed Q&As' block beneath and become familiar with the xoops FAQ pages.
Categories summary
Here is a list of the top categories and their sub-categories. Select a category to see the Q&As within.
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HOW TO USE A XOOPS WEBSITE
User-help for common site features: Text areas, Cookies and firewall, Forums, News, Downloads, Web links, and User menu. |
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ALL ABOUT XOOPS:- BASIC QUESTIONS ANSWERED.
Entry-level- especially for the newcomer: Terms and Definitions. Installation & Beginner's first steps. Dealing with error and faults. |
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| 81 | |
| 35 | |
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ADMINISTRATING AND BUILDING A XOOPS WEBSITE.
Practical advice on: The Administration Interface, Upgrades, Security and Backups, Modules, Themes & Stylesheets |
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DEVELOPMENT AND CUSTOMISATION
Help for more advanced procedures: Hacks and modifications, Database and Site Migration, Importing Third Party scripts, System Processes. |
82 |
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| 14 | |
| 6 | |
| 4 | |
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The basic structure of a XOOPS theme is similar to that of any other static website template. The primary difference is the addition of Smarty variables that interact with XOOPS to output your dynamic content.
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