Manage forum threads

Manage Forum Threads

Overview

A forum thread (topic) is a collection of posts displayed chronologically. Each thread begins with an original post (OP) and updates whenever new posts are added. Active threads appear at the top of the list, while important threads can be marked as Sticky so they remain visible. Popularity is commonly measured by reply count and page views.

Manage Threads in Power Pages

Forum threads can be created, edited, and deleted directly in Power Pages. While management is possible through the portal management area, Microsoft recommends using the Content Editor to ensure correct association with the original post.

Create or Edit Threads (Power Pages Admin)

1. Sign in to Power Pages.
2. Go to Community → Forum Threads.
3. Select New or open an existing thread to edit.
4. Fill in required fields:
   • Name
   • Forum
   • Type
   • First Post
   • Last Post
5. Select Save.

Create Threads from Website Content

If enabled in the page template:

1. Sign in to the website.
2. Navigate to the forum page.
3. Enter Thread Title, choose Thread Type, and add content.
4. Select Create this thread.

Forum Thread Attributes Used by Power Pages

The following attributes are commonly used and rendered based on the page template:

Manage Forum Thread Types

Create or Edit Thread Types

1. Go to Community → Forum Thread Types.
2. Select New or open an existing type.
3. Fill in the required fields and select Save.

Thread Type Attributes