Creating skins

We can create global or theme-based skins to customize a theme. A successful approach to creating custom skins is by copying one of the default skins files, then adding images, JavaScript files, and other custom resources.

Do not modify the default skins directly, because this skin can be updated by service fix packs and override the changes.

We can create skins in the following scopes:

Theme-based

We can scope a skin to one particular theme. Use this scope if the skin relies specifically on code within the theme or has a specific function that is only useful is that particular theme. These skins are located under the root folder of the theme, and create a specific link between the skin and theme.

The recommended approach.

Global

The global scope where the skin is not specific for any theme. Global skins are located in the skins folder under the WebDAV root.

All skins created in Portal can be access by the WebDAV skinlist entry point.

• Create a theme-scoped skin
  We can create a custom skin scoped to a specific theme. There are three ready-use choices to use as the base: Hidden, Standard, and NoSkin.
• Create a global skin
  We can create a custom skin that is not specific for any theme.
• Add static resources to a skin
  We can add images, URLs, and other static resources to your skin.

Parent: Skins