Navigation Guide
Learn how to efficiently navigate Integrate Pasifika and find everything you need. This guide will help you move around the platform like a pro, whether you're on desktop or mobile.
Main Navigation Menu
The main navigation is located at the top of every page and provides quick access to all major sections of the platform.
Navigation Menu Items
Home
Returns you to the main landing page with platform overview and featured content
Communities
Browse and search all Communities of Practice, request to join, or create new communities
Events
View upcoming events, register for meetings, and see your event calendar
Resources
Search Pacific data sources, access external datasets, and discover research materials
Partners
Learn about platform partners and Pacific organizations
Documentation & Help
Access guides, tutorials, and support resources (where you are now!)
User Account Menu
Click on your profile picture or name in the top-right corner to access your account options:
Account Options
- • Dashboard - Your personal activity hub
- • Profile - Edit your personal information
- • Settings - Account preferences and privacy
- • Notifications - Manage email and platform alerts
- • Sign Out - Securely log out of your account
Quick Actions
- • My Communities - View all your COP memberships
- • My Events - See your registered events
- • My Resources - Access your uploaded files
- • Messages - Check direct messages and notifications
Dashboard Navigation
Your dashboard is your personal command center. Here's how to navigate its different sections:
Dashboard Sections
Activity Feed
Recent updates from your communities, new resources, and member activities
Pending Requests
Track your community membership requests and their approval status
Upcoming Events
Your registered events and community meetings
Quick Actions
Fast access to common tasks like joining communities or uploading resources
Community Navigation
When you're inside a Community of Practice, you'll see a specialized navigation menu with community-specific options:
Community Tabs
- • Overview - Community description and recent activity
- • Communication - Discussions, announcements, and forums
- • Chat - Real-time messaging with community members
- • Resources - Shared files, documents, and data
- • Events - Community meetings and activities
- • Members - Directory of community participants
- • Tools - Community-specific applications and utilities
Community Actions
- • Join/Leave - Request membership or leave the community
- • Invite Members - Send invitations to colleagues
- • Settings - Community preferences and notifications
- • Share - Share community with others
- • Export - Download community data (if permitted)
Search and Discovery
The platform includes powerful search capabilities to help you find communities, resources, events, and people:
Search Options
Global Search
Search across all platform content from the main search bar
Community Search
Find communities by topic, region, or organization
Resource Search
Search Pacific data sources and community-shared files
Event Search
Find upcoming events by date, topic, or community
People Search
Find other users by name, organization, or expertise
Mobile Navigation
Integrate Pasifika is fully responsive and works great on mobile devices. Here's what to expect:
- • Hamburger Menu - Tap the menu icon to access all navigation options
- • Touch-Friendly - All buttons and links are optimized for touch interaction
- • Responsive Design - Content automatically adjusts to your screen size
- • Mobile Chat - Real-time messaging works seamlessly on mobile
- • Offline Reading - Some content can be accessed without internet connection
Keyboard Shortcuts
Power users can use keyboard shortcuts for faster navigation:
Common Shortcuts
Ctrl/Cmd + K
Open global search
Ctrl/Cmd + /
Show keyboard shortcuts help
Esc
Close modals and dialogs
Tab
Navigate between form fields
Navigation Tips
- • Use breadcrumbs to understand your current location and navigate back
- • Bookmark frequently visited pages for quick access
- • Use the browser's back button to return to previous pages
- • Check the notification bell for important updates and messages
- • Use the "Recent" section in your dashboard to quickly return to recently viewed content
Getting Help
If you ever get lost or can't find what you're looking for, help is always available. Use the support panel, contact our team, or ask questions in your communities. The platform is designed to be intuitive, but we're here to help you make the most of it.