VCD01 Overview

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Definition

Overviews are at-a-glance statements of purpose. They can introduce a website, an article index and anything in between. The language should be down-to-earth, avoiding marketing hyperbole and "fluff".

Usage

Use this simple component to create an overview of a function or a page

  • Overview paragraphs should not exceed 60 words
  • May include inline links or be followed by a "» More" link to a more detailed overview page
  • Must be the first component in the content area below the page title

v0 Generic Overview

Can be used on any page excluding DC-1 Homepage.

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v1 Overview with Call to Action

This is a minor revision of the Generic Overview component to which for Forum pages. It includes a "Post new topic" button.

Only used on Forum Category Browse Page (FM-3)

Postquam res Asiae Priamique euertere gentem immeritam uisum superis, ceciditque superbum Ilium et omnis humo fumat Neptunia Troia, diuersa exsilia et desertas quaerere terras auguriis agimur diuum, classemque sub ipsa Antandro et Phrygiae molimur montibus Idae, incerti quo fata ferant, ubi sistere detur  » Read More
 
 

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v2 Article Abstract Block

  • This "block" should be a 50-100 word paragraph, and can include an author photo.
  • Inline links are acceptable but discouraged as they complicate this simple chunk of information.

Any content type page, particularly for long articles that include an anchor link module, and for feature articles that have been linked to from a very brief caption.

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v3 Article Abstract Block, w/ Image

  • This variation demonstrates the use of a portrait image alongside the overview block. The portrait image must be displayed left justified within the body of an article/white paper (width: 161px (Max) 100px (Min), height: 220px (Max.) 92px (Min) followed by a full width horizontal caption.
  • This "block" should be a 50-100 word paragraph.
  • Inline links are acceptable but discouraged as they complicate this simple chunk of information.

Any content type page, particularly for long articles that include an anchor link module, and for feature articles that have been linked to from a very brief caption.

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v4 Article Section Block, w/ Image

follow example.

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