Access, Configure and Manage Session Configuration within an Event App
Overview
The Session Configuration module within the Event App allows users to design and control how session-related features are presented to attendees. It provides the flexibility to enable, disable, and customize various submodules such as Q&A, Content, Polls, Moderation, and Participants.
Users can apply a generic configuration across multiple sessions for consistency or customize configurations individually to suit specific session requirements. With features like drag-and-drop layout management, field customization, and moderation controls, the module ensures a structured and engaging session experience.
Step-by-Step Approach
1. Access the Session Configuration Module
To begin:
- Navigate to the Event App.
- Open the Session Configuration module.
- Click on the Sessions tab to view all activities and sessions associated with the event.
This tab serves as the central workspace for managing session configurations.
2. Manage Sessions and Configurations
Within the Sessions tab:
- Review the list of sessions linked to your event.
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Use multi-row actions to:
- Select Edit to update multiple sessions simultaneously.
- Select Generic Configuration to apply a shared configuration across selected sessions.
- Use the single-row Delete action to remove a session configuration when required.
This enables both bulk operations and precise control.
3. Access and Use Generic Configuration
- Navigate to the Generic Configuration tab.
- This section allows you to define a default configuration applicable across sessions.
- Enable or disable submodules based on your event requirements.
4. Configure the Q&A Submodule
The Q&A submodule enables attendee interaction during sessions:
- Select or unselect the Q&A submodule.
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Click the Edit icon to:
- Enter or update the module name.
- Choose or modify the icon.
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Configure additional settings:
- Enable or disable Activate Moderation.
- Enable or disable Allow responses in writing by Moderator.
- Rename the Q&A module if required.
5. Configure the Content Submodule
The Content submodule allows sharing session-related materials:
- Select or unselect the Content submodule.
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Click the Edit icon to:
- Update the module name and icon.
- Select the appropriate Session Content page from the available field.
6. Configure the Polls Submodule
- Select or unselect the Polls submodule.
- Edit the module name and icon as needed.
7. Configure the Moderation Submodule
- Select or unselect the Moderation submodule.
- Edit the module name and icon.
- Click Add Moderators to assign moderators.
- Remove moderators when necessary.
8. Manage Submodule Layout
You can control how submodules appear within the app:
- Drag and drop submodules into the top menu or bottom menu.
- Remove submodules from menus if they are not required.
- View selected submodules in the Available Columns section.
This allows you to prioritize important features for better usability.
9. Configure the Participants Submodule
The Participants submodule controls how attendee data is displayed:
- Select or unselect the Participants submodule.
- Edit the module name and icon.
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Configure filtering:
- Select Filter Participants: Use Category.
- Choose the desired Category field.
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Manage tabs:
- Enter or edit the number of tabs (maximum 5).
- Rename tabs as needed.
- Enable or disable Show in tab not in menu.
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Define additional settings:
- Select a stage.
- Choose corresponding field values.
10. Manage List and Detail View Fields
To control displayed information:
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Search and select fields for:
- List View
- Detail View
- Drag and drop fields to reorder them.
- Remove fields that are not needed.
This ensures a clean and relevant data presentation.
11. Organize Submodules and Fields
- Drag and drop submodules into the desired top or bottom menu positions.
- Arrange fields for optimal visibility.
- Ensure important features are easily accessible.
12. Apply Generic or Custom Configuration
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Select or unselect Use Generic Configuration for a session:
- When selected, the session inherits the generic setup.
- When unselected, you can customize the session individually.
This provides flexibility between standardization and customization.
13. Save Your Configuration
- Click Save to apply all configured changes.
All updates will reflect in the Event App and impact how attendees interact with session features.
Summary
The Session Configuration module is a powerful tool for managing session experiences within the Event App. It allows users to control feature availability, customize layouts, manage participant data, and configure engagement tools like Q&A and Polls. By combining generic configurations with session-specific customization, users can efficiently manage multiple sessions while maintaining a high-quality and consistent attendee experience.