In AnQi CMS, customizing the URL structure of the document detail page is an important aspect for improving the website's SEO performance and user experience.As an Anqi CMS user who is well-versed in content operation, I know the importance of a clear and meaningful URL for search engine crawling and user memorability.AnQiCMS provides a flexible pseudo-static rule management feature, especially its 'custom mode', which allows us to finely adjust the URL structure of document detail pages (archive) according to specific needs.
Understanding the URL structure and SEO value of AnQiCMS
Pseudo static, as the name implies, is to make the dynamic web page address look like a static file, but the actual content is still dynamically generated by the background program.This technology is crucial for Search Engine Optimization (SEO).Search engines prefer structured, keyword-containing static URLs because they are easier to index and allow search engines to better understand page content.At the same time, users also find it easier to understand and remember such URLs, thereby improving the click-through rate and overall user experience.AnQiCMS includes pseudo-static and 301 redirect management in its core features, aiming to provide users with powerful SEO optimization tools.By customizing the document detail page URL, we can integrate the article's keywords and category information into the URL, further strengthening the page's SEO signals.
Enter the URL Rewrite Rule Management Interface
To customize the URL structure of the document detail page in AnQiCMS, you first need to log in to the website backend and find the entry for the pseudo-static rules setting.Generally, this is located under modules such as "Function Management" or "Website Settings".After entering the pseudo-static rule management interface, we will see that the system has built-in several preset pseudo-static rules, such as numeric patterns, model naming patterns, category naming patterns, etc.These patterns can meet most routine needs, but for users pursuing ultimate SEO or with special URL structure requirements, they need to switch to 'Custom Mode'.
Configure the Document Details Page (archive) Custom Rules
“Custom Mode” is the core of AnQiCMS's URL rewriting rules, which allows us to build unique URLs by combining specific variables. For document detail pages, the corresponding rule name isarchiveThe format of the custom rule follows.规则名===规则值Therefore, we need to pay attention to.archive===The rule value part after.
AnQiCMS provides a series of available variables for us to flexibly combine:
{id}: The unique ID of the document.{filename}: The custom link name of the document, usually automatically generated from the document title in pinyin, or manually set.When the document is published, the administrator can specify this value in the "Custom URL" field.{module}The table name of the content model the document belongs to (usually also the URL alias), for example, 'article' or 'product'.{catid}The ID of the category the document belongs to.{catname}The custom link name of the document's category.{page}Page number used for pagination, usually used on list pages rather than detail pages, but can also be considered under certain special requirements. It should be noted that,{page}must be enclosed in parentheses, for example,(-{page})The value indicates that the pagination parameter is optional.
The following are some examples of common URL structures for document detail pages.archive) and their explanations:
A concise URL based on the document ID:
archive===/{module}/{id}.htmlThis structure is simple and intuitive, for example/article/123.html. It identifies unique documents by document ID and distinguishes them by model name.SEO-friendly URL based on custom link names:
archive===/{module}/{filename}.htmlThis is a recommended SEO optimization method. For example,/news/anqicms-features.html.{filename}The variable directly uses the "custom URL" set during document editing, allowing us to integrate keywords into the URL, thereby enhancing the search engine's understanding of the page content.When editing documents, if the 'Custom URL' is not manually set, the system usually automatically generates the pinyin of the document title as the default value, but we can still optimize it according to SEO strategies.Combined with hierarchical URLs based on category information:
archive===/{module}/{catname}/{filename}.htmlThis structure has a stronger sense of hierarchy and is suitable for websites with a deeper content classification system. For example,/article/company-news/anqicms-updates.htmlIt also includes the categorized custom link name in the URL, further enriching the semantics of the URL.More complex URL combinations (advanced applications):
archive===/{module}/{catid}-{filename}.htmlThis structure combines the classification ID and a custom filename, for example/article/1-anqicms-updates.html. It can be designed according to specific business requirements, but it is generally recommended to have a simple and clear structure in URLs.
When setting these custom rules, be sure to ensure that the URL structure can maintain uniqueness. The AnQiCMS system generates{filename}If a duplicate is detected, a random number will be automatically added at the end to ensure its uniqueness.
Implementation and Precautions
After configuring the custom rewrite rule, be sure to click Save.The pseudo-static rules of AnQiCMS typically take effect immediately, but to ensure everything is in place, it is recommended to test the relevant pages after modification to confirm that the new URL structure is working properly and that the old URL has been redirected to the new URL via 301 (if necessary).
It is emphasized specifically.The strength of custom URL rules lies in their flexibility, but this flexibility also means potential risks.Any incorrect rule configuration can lead to the page being inaccessible (404 error).Therefore, before making major URL structure adjustments in the production environment, it is essential to validate in the test environment and consider a 301 redirect strategy for existing content to avoid SEO weight loss.
By carefully designed custom URL structures, we can not only make the website more favored by search engines, but also provide users with a clearer, more understandable navigation experience.This is the actual value that AnQiCMS can bring in terms of content management and SEO optimization.
Common Questions and Answers (FAQ)
1. What is the impact on the existing SEO ranking after changing the URL structure of the document detail page?
Changing the URL structure may cause short-term fluctuations in the SEO rankings of existing content.The new URL needs time for search engines to rediscover, crawl, and index.In order to minimize the negative impact as much as possible, it is imperative to set up 301 permanent redirects from all old URLs to the new URLs.The built-in 301 redirect management feature of AnQiCMS helps us achieve this, ensuring that search engines pass the weight of the old URL to the new URL while guiding users to the new page address.
2. How can you ensure the uniqueness of custom URLs? If two documents have the same URL,{filename}What if they are the same?
In AnQiCMS, when we set a 'custom URL' for documents, the system performs a uniqueness check in the background. If the entered custom URL (corresponding to{filename}The variable already exists, the system will automatically add a string of random numbers or characters to the end of the URL to ensure the uniqueness of the final URL. We should try to set meaningful and unique names for documents.{filename}To avoid the system automatically adding a suffix, thus maintaining the cleanliness and predictability of the URL.
3. Does the custom URL rule support multilingual sites?
AnQiCMS as a multilingual CMS, its URL rules usually also take into account the needs of multilingualism. In a multilingual site environment, the URL structure usually includes a language identifier (such as/en/or/zh-cn/When configuring custom rewrite rules, you can work with multilingual settings by adding a language directory prefix to the rules, for examplearchive===/{lang}/{module}/{filename}.html.The integration of specific language identifiers needs to be combined with AnQiCMS multi-site management or language package configuration to achieve together, ensuring that each language version of the document has its corresponding, language-aware URL structure.