Massive Admin Theme Plugin Documentation for GetSimple CMS

Massive Admin Theme is an advanced plugin for GetSimple CMS Community Edition (CE) that transforms the administrative panel's appearance and introduces a variety of tools to streamline website management. Compatible with PHP 8.x, it offers modern customization options, user management, and enhanced administrative workflows.

Table of Contents

• Features
• Requirements
• Installation
• Configuration
• Theme Customization
• Version Notes
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Support and Donations
• License

Features

The Massive Admin Theme plugin provides a wide range of functionalities, including:

• Responsive Admin Interface: A panel optimized for both mobile and desktop devices.
• Graphical Themes: Multiple predefined color schemes (e.g., "Grape", "Modern-Dark") with support for custom themes.
• User Management: Create accounts with email-based login, manage permissions, and hide sections for specific users.
• White Label: Customize the logo, footer, panel colors, and navigation links.
• Backup Tool: Create backups of specific folders (e.g., plugins or uploads only).
• Template Engine: Supports a settings.json file for quick configuration option additions.
• Maintenance Mode: Enhanced maintenance mode with customizable page content replacement.
• Plugin Search: Directly download plugins from the GetSimple CMS CE repository.
• GDPR Compliance: Replaces Google Fonts with system fonts (e.g., system-ui) and removes external dependencies (e.g., Picsum).
• SVG Icons: Uses Unicons in SVG format for better performance.
• Additional Tools: CSS style editor, navigation link management, and configurable help sections for users.

Requirements

• GetSimple CMS Community Edition (latest version recommended).
• PHP 7.4 or higher (fully compatible with PHP 8.x).
• Apache server (recommended) or another server supporting .htaccess files (e.g., LiteSpeed; Nginx may require additional configuration).
• Write permissions for plugin and configuration folders in the CMS.

Installation

1. Download the Plugin:

   • Visit the repository: GetSimpleCMS-CE-plugins/plugin-Massive_Admin_Theme.
   • Download the latest version as a ZIP file or clone the repository.
   • Alternatively, use the built-in plugin search in the GetSimple CMS CE admin panel to download it directly.

2. Extract and Upload:

   • Unzip the downloaded file.
   • Upload the massiveAdmin folder to the /plugins/ directory of your GetSimple CMS installation.

3. Activate the Plugin:

   • Log in to the GetSimple CMS admin panel.
   • Navigate to Plugins and activate Massive Admin Theme.

4. Verify Setup:

   • Check the plugin settings under the admin panel to ensure it’s running correctly.

Configuration

After activation, the plugin can be configured via the admin panel:

• Access Settings: Go to the Massive Admin Theme section in the GetSimple CMS admin panel.
• General Options:
  • Select a theme (e.g., "Grape", "Modern-Dark").
  • Customize the logo, footer text, and colors.
• User Management:
  • Add or edit users with email-based logins.
  • Assign permissions or hide specific sections.
• Backup Settings:
  • Choose folders to include in backups (e.g., plugins, uploads).
• Maintenance Mode:
  • Enable maintenance mode and customize the displayed message or page.

The plugin uses a settings.json file for advanced configuration. Modify this file in the plugin directory to add custom options if needed.

Theme Customization

• Predefined Themes: Choose from built-in themes like "Grape" or "Modern-Dark" in the settings.
• Custom Themes:
  • Create a new theme by adding CSS files to the plugin’s theme directory.
  • Update the settings.json file to include your custom theme.
• White Label:
  • Upload a custom logo via the settings panel.
  • Adjust colors and navigation links to match your branding.

Version Notes

• Version 6.0.1: This version introduces a significant change by switching snippet storage from XML to JSON format. As a result, version 6.0.1 is not backward compatible with previous versions. If you are upgrading from an earlier version, ensure you back up your snippets and test the upgrade in a non-production environment first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the plugin compatible with PHP 8.x?
A: Yes, Massive Admin Theme is fully compatible with PHP 8.x.

Q: Can I use this plugin on Nginx?
A: Yes, but you may need to configure rewrite rules manually, as the plugin relies on .htaccess for some features.

Q: How do I report a bug or suggest a feature?
A: Open an issue on the GitHub repository.

Support and Donations

If you find Massive Admin Theme helpful, consider supporting its development:

• Donate via PayPal: Support the project.
• Community Support: Join the GetSimple CMS CE community or check the GitHub repository for assistance.

Your contributions help maintain and improve the plugin!

License

Massive Admin Theme is released under the GNU General Public License v3.0. See the LICENSE file in the repository for details.