Adding Web Parts & Components to Your Page

Overview

Web parts are the building blocks of your intranet pages. They allow you to add dynamic content such as news, quick links, document libraries, and more. Follow the steps below to add and configure web parts on your page.

Step 1: Open the Page Editor

1. Navigate to the page where you want to add a web part.

2. Click the Edit Page button in the top-right corner.

3. The SharePoint page editor will open, allowing you to modify the layout and content of the page.

Step 2: Add a Web Part

1. Hover over the section where you'd like to place the web part.

2. Click the + button (Add a Web Part).

3. A panel will appear on the right, displaying a list of available web parts and components.

Step 3: Choose and Configure Your Web Part

1. Select the desired web part (e.g., News, Who is Who, Quick Links, Document Library, etc.).

2. Once inserted, click on the web part to open the settings panel.

3. Configure options such as:

   • Content source

   • Display style

   • Filtering or audience targeting

Step 4: Save or Publish Your Changes

• Click Save as Draft to save your progress without publishing.

• Click Publish to make the changes live and visible to all users.

Example

In this example, we add two commonly used components:

• A News web part to keep employees informed

• A Who is Who component to improve internal visibility and collaboration

Additional Tips

• Use columns to create a structured, easy-to-read page layout.

• Some components support dynamic filtering based on user roles or departments.

• If a web part fails to load, verify your permissions or contact your intranet administrator.

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Watch the video below for a quick walkthrough and additional context.