How to Configure Group Directories in BuddyBoss Platform

Introduction

Customizing Group Directories in BuddyBoss allows you to control how group listings are displayed, enhancing navigation and user experience. You can choose between List and Grid views, align group avatars, and decide which group elements to show or hide.

Step-by-Step Procedure

Step 1: Access Group Directories Settings

To start customizing the group directories:

1. Navigate to BuddyBoss – Settings – Groups from your Dashboard.
2. Scroll down to find the Group Directories section.

Step 2: Enable List and Grid Views

1. In the Group Directories >  Enable View(s) > Select either Grid and List, Grid, or List.
2. Set the Default View:
   • List – Shows detailed group information in a vertical layout.
   • Grid – Displays groups in a grid format, focusing on visuals like avatars and cover images.
   • Grid and List – Allows users to select between List and Grid View.
3. Choose List as the Default View to start.
4. Set Grid Style to Left for left-aligned avatars.
5. Tick all elements to display complete group information.
6. Click Save Settings to apply the changes.

Test the Setting:

• Navigate to the Groups Page on the frontend.
• Confirm that both List and Grid views are available for toggling.

• Switch to Grid View to see the Cover Images along with other elements.

Step 3: Align Group Avatars

BuddyBoss lets you choose the alignment of group avatars for a more organized appearance.

1. In the Group Directories section, set Grid Style to:
2. Start with Grid Style: Left and Save Settings.
3. Reload the Groups Page to see the avatars left-aligned.

Switch Avatar Alignment:

• Change the Grid Style to Centered and save the settings.
• Reload the Groups Page again to see the avatars centered.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

Q: Why isn’t the Grid View showing cover images?
A: Ensure the Cover Images option is ticked under Group Elements. Cover images are only visible in Grid View.

Q: Can I set different default views for different user roles?
A: No, the Default View applies globally to all users. However, users can toggle between List and Grid views as per their preference.

Q: Why aren’t changes reflecting on the frontend?
A: Make sure you clicked Save Settings before reloading. Also, clear your site cache to ensure the latest settings are applied.

Configuring Group Directories in BuddyBoss gives you full control over the display and functionality of group listings. By enabling List and Grid Views, customizing Avatar Alignment, and selecting relevant Group Elements, you enhance navigation and user experience.

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