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How to change the icons on your sidebar
How to change the icons on your sidebar

How to amend or pin your favourite boards or groups to the sidebar

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Written by Jo Phillips
Updated over a week ago

What is the Sidebar?

The 'Sidebar' is the list of icons visible on the left side of your GovernorHub page. These icons let you toggle between the accounts or services available to you.

Icons You May See on the Sidebar

  1. Boards/Groups: Boards or groups you’re a member of.

  2. Services: Any services your board subscribes to.

  3. News Page: A quick link to your news feed.

  4. Clerking Dashboard (My Hub): For admins or clerks managing multiple accounts.

Managing Too Many Icons

For anyone with multiple boards, GovernorHub consolidates your boards, groups, and services under the 'My Groups' icon.

The 'My Groups' Icon

  • The My Groups icon is your all-in-one access point for boards and groups.

  • All your accounts are included automatically, so you don’t have to decide which to hide.

Pinning Favourites Back to the Sidebar

If you want quicker access to specific boards or groups, you can pin your favourites directly back onto the sidebar.

How to Customize Your Sidebar

1. Access Settings:

  • Click your name at the top of the page to go to your profile page.

  • Select the Settings tab, then go to the Sidebar tab.

2. Default Settings Mode:

  • Initially, the sidebar is in Default settings mode.

  • No icons are pinned, and all boards are under the 'My Groups' icon.

3. Enable Custom Settings:

  • Toggle the Default settings switch to Custom settings.

  • Start customising your sidebar by clicking the “+” button next to boards or groups you want to pin.

Key Features of Custom Settings

  • Pinned and Hidden Icons:

    • Pinned items appear at left side of the page.

    • Hidden icons stay under the My Groups icon.

  • Item Limits:

    • GovernorHub will show how many you’ve pinned and how many slots remain.

  • Removing Icons:

    • To unpin a board, click the “-” button next to it.

  • Keep the My Groups Icon:

    • Don’t forget to pin the 'My Groups' icon to maintain easy access to hidden boards or groups.

Instant Updates and Flexibility

  • Your custom sidebar updates immediately at the left side of the page.

  • You can return to the Sidebar settings at any time to make changes.

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