Navigation link settings are a key factor in user experience and search engine optimization in the operation of AnQi CMS websites.When discussing a navigation link that is both an embedded link and a category link, this actually touches on the core principles of the design of the safety CMS navigation system: clear and single configuration logic.The design philosophy of AnQi CMS is to make every navigation item's function and direction clear and accurate.
Understanding the navigation link types in Anqi CMS
Auto CMS provides three main navigation link types for website operators to choose from, to meet different website structures and content organization needs.These types are built-in links, category page links, and external links.When configuring each specific navigation item, the system will require you to select one as the main type of this link.This means that at the configuration level of a navigation link, it is impossible to have both 'Built-in Link' and 'Category Page Link' properties simultaneously.
Built-in links typically point to predefined specific function pages or entry points of content models, such as “Home link”, “Article model home” or “Product model home”.These links' paths and behaviors are relatively fixed and generated and maintained by the internal logic of the Anqi CMS system.Their advantage lies in the ease of setup, allowing for quick access to an overview page of the core content modules.
The category page link allows you to precisely associate navigation items with a content category or a standalone page that has been created.When you select this type of link, the system will refer to the actual URL, title, and other information of the category or page.This method provides great flexibility, because the classification and independent page URL structure, template style, TDK settings, etc., can all be managed in detail in the background.
How does AnQi CMS handle the scenario where it is both built-in and categorized?
When the operator is thinking about the navigation structure, such needs may arise: for example, a navigation item named 'News Center', which can be understood as an embedded link to the 'Article Model Home Page' (displaying a list of all articles), or as a link to a category page named 'News' (displaying all articles under the 'News' category).In this seemingly overlapping situation, the handling method of the Anqi CMS requires you to make a clear choice.
If you configure the "News Center" as the "Article Model Home Page" built-in link, then the security CMS will treat it as a system-level entry.Its URL will follow the pseudo-static rules defined by the system for the article model homepage, and its content display will be controlled by the general list template of the article model.
Alternatively, if you choose to configure the "News Center" to point to a specific "News" category page, then the CMS will use the properties of that category. The navigation link will use the URL set for the "News" category (including any custom URL), and the content display will use the template specified by that category (such asarticle/list-{分类ID}.htmlor custom template).Through this method, you can independently and more finely set the SEO title, keywords, description, and Banner image for the "News" category page.
From a technical implementation perspective, the Anqi CMS determines its routing and data retrieval logic based on the 'link type' configured for the navigation items.It does not attempt to judge whether a link meets both types at the same time, but executes strictly according to the selection you made in the background.
Operation strategy selection and impact
This single configuration strategy provides a clear management interface for website operators, avoiding potential confusion and conflicts. The key is to make a choice based on your core needs and management focus.
Select built-in linkIf your 'News Center' only needs to provide a general and systematic article list entry, and does not require additional classification level SEO optimization or personalized template customization for this page, then choosing 'Article Model Homepage' as an embedded link will be more convenient and efficient.
Choose Category Page LinkIf you want to perform independent SEO optimization for the 'News Center' (such as setting specific TDK, different from the article model homepage), or need to specify a unique page layout and content display (such as having a special category Banner), then setting it to point to the 'News' category page will be a better choice as it provides more customizable space.
In actual operation, we as content creators and publishers always strive for accurate content delivery and efficient management.The navigation design of AnQi CMS is precisely to help us achieve this, through clear choices, ensuring that every navigation link serves its most core function and expected effect, thereby optimizing the user experience and enhancing the overall performance of the website.
Common Questions and Answers (FAQ)
1. Can I set a navigation link as both 'Internal Link' and 'Category Page Link' in Anqi CMS?
答：不可以。The navigation system of Anqi CMS requires you to select a single link type for each navigation item.When creating or editing navigation links, you must make a clear choice between the three options: "Built-in Links", "Category Page Links", and "External Links". A navigation item cannot have both link types.
2.My 'Product Display' navigation should link to the list page of all products, and I also have a category named 'All Products'.Should I choose which link type to configure this navigation?
答：This depends on your management needs and expectations for flexibility on this page.
- If you only need a default product list page and do not plan to customize it too much, choose "Product Model Homepage" asBuilt-in linkit will be more direct.
- If you wish to perform independent SEO optimization for the "All ProductsCategory pageIt will provide greater control and customization space.
What are the differences in the internal processing mechanism of the Anqi CMS for navigation items configured as 'Built-in Link' and 'Category Page Link'?
答：Although the end user may see a content list in the end, the internal processing mechanism of the Anqi CMS is different.When configured as "Built-in Link", the system will call the predefined general route and template to render the homepage of the content model.When configured as “Category Page Link”, the system will call the unique routing rules and associated template files (including any customized templates) of the selected category based on the category ID or alias, and load the specific data of that category.This difference is reflected in the priority of URL generation, SEO metadata application, and page template loading.