Introduction
The Calendar feature in Newsifier helps you effortlessly create and manage events on your website, keeping your audience informed about important events. Designed to present information in a structured and visually appealing format, this feature makes it easy to highlight key dates. You can also embed individual events into articles, enabling readers to engage with the events directly and stay updated with your content.
Accessing the Calendar Feature
To access the Calendar feature:
Navigate to the left-hand menu in the admin panel.
Under the Extra section, click on Calendar.
📌Note: This feature is only available in Newsifier Version 2.
The Calendar Overview page displays key details about your calendars, including:
Calendar name
Number of events
Views of the calendar and its events
Last Modified date
In the calendar overview page, you can:
Search: Look up specific calendars by name.
Bulk Actions: Delete multiple calendars at once by selecting them and clicking Delete.
Creating a New Calendar
Click the Add Calendar button at the top-right corner of the Calendar Overview page.
Fill in the following fields:
Name: Enter a name for the calendar.
Slug: Automatically generated based on the name (modifiable).
Description: You can customize the calendar description using the rich text editor.
Metadata: Optimize the calendar page for SEO, you can set up the meta title and meta description.
Once saved, you’ll be redirected to the calendar’s page, where you can add and manage events.
Adding Events to a Calendar
Open the desired calendar and click New Event in the top-right corner of the events section.
Fill in the required fields:
Event Name
Start Date (End Date optional)
Optionally remove the time slot if not needed.
Customize the event with:
Description: Add text, headings, images, polls, and more.
Location: Specify a location (optional).
Image: Upload an image to represent the event.
Labels: Add custom labels for clarity.
💡Tip: The event will default to the calendar where it was created. You can change the calendar from the Calendar Field.
Linking an Event to a Tag Page
When creating an event, you have the option to link it to a related tag page.
On the event creation page, you will see an option to select a related tag page.
By default, Newsifier automatically creates a new tag page with the same name as the event.
If you do not want to create a new tag page, you can:
Select "Don't create a tag" to skip creating a new tag page.
Choose an existing tag from the Tag Manager instead.
Once the event is created, you can find the related tag page in the Tag Manager.
Editing or Removing a Related Tag
If you need to modify the tag associated with an event:
Open the event page in the admin panel.
You will see the related tag page listed.
You can:
Remove the tag if you no longer want it linked.
Reassign a different tag by selecting one from the Tag Manager.
This flexibility allows you to organize events more effectively and connect them to relevant topics for better visibility.
Adding an Event Directly from the Menu
You can add a new event directly from the left-hand menu without needing to navigate to the calendar first.
Click the plus (+) icon next to the Calendar label in the left menu.
A new event creation page will open.
Select the calendar where you want to add the event from the dropdown list under the description field.
Viewing Events on Your Website
Visitors can access the Calendar page through prominent links, such as in the header navigation or footer of your website. These links ensure that the Calendar page is easy to find and encourages audience engagement. You can find the link to the Calendar page in the admin panel.
Calendar Page Layout
On the frontend, the Calendar page prominently displays the calendar title and its description at the top. Below this, two tabs categorize the events:
Upcoming and Current Events: This tab showcases all events that are upcoming or currently happening, ensuring visitors can stay informed about the latest activities.
Past Events: This optional tab lists all past events, allowing visitors to reference or revisit previous activities.
Events on the Calendar page are grouped by month, offering a clear and organized structure. Each event is clickable, allowing visitors to navigate to the dedicated event page.
💡Tip: If you prefer not to show past events, you can request Newsifier support to hide this tab.
Event Page Layout
On the event page, visitors can view detailed information, including:
Associated image
Event title
Description
Location details (if provided)
Related calendar name
The Event date
This interactive design encourages visitors to explore events further, boosting engagement with your website.
💡Tip: To maximize accessibility, add links to the Calendar page in the header or the footer of your website. These strategic placements ensure visitors can easily discover your event calendar, no matter where they are on your site.
Embedding Calendar Events in Articles
To embed an event in an article:
Open the article editor and locate the Event Widget in the toolbar.
Click the widget, then search for the desired event.
Click the + button to embed the event in the article.
To remove an embedded event, click the - button next to the event name.
Once embedded, readers can click the event to navigate to the full event page, enhancing engagement.
Managing Events
On the Event Overview page, you can:
Search for events.
Copy an event by clicking the Copy button, renaming it, and saving.
Adding Calendar Widgets
For additional visibility, you can request Newsifier support to add a Calendar Widget to any page on your website. Example in the following screenshot:
FAQ
Can I Hide Past Events in the Calendar?
Yes! If you prefer not to display past events in the calendar, you can request Newsifier support to hide this tab for you. This can help keep your calendar focused only on upcoming events, making it more relevant for your audience.
To request this change, simply contact Newsifier support, and they will adjust the settings for you.