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Creating a Site with a Zip File: Getting Started Guide

Creating a site using a Zip file in the Clear Ideas App allows for seamless migration of data and efficient organization. Follow these steps to set up your site with a Zip file:

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Select "New Site"

  • Start by clicking the “New Site” option in the app interface to initiate the creation process.
2

Enter a Site Title

  • Provide a meaningful name for your site that reflects its purpose or the audience it will serve. This helps in easy identification and organization.
3

Create Site First

  • Start by creating a new site using the "New Site" button.
  • Enter a meaningful name for your site that reflects the content you'll be importing.
  • Complete the site creation process to access the site.
4

Upload Zip File

  • Once in your site, upload your Zip file using the "Upload" button.
  • You can upload the Zip file to the site root or any folder.
  • Alternatively, drag and drop the Zip file directly onto the Upload button or into a folder.
  • The Zip file will appear in your content list once uploaded.
5

Request Unzip

  • Navigate to the uploaded Zip file in your content list.
  • Click on the file to open it, or use the file's action menu.
  • Look for the "Request Unzip" option or icon.
  • Click "Request Unzip" to initiate the extraction process.
  • The system will begin unzipping the file and indexing its contents. This process may take some time depending on the size and number of files.
6

Wait for Processing

  • The unzipping and indexing process happens in the background.
  • You can continue working on other tasks while the process completes.
  • The folder structure from your Zip file will be preserved during extraction.
7

Notification of Completion

  • You will receive a notification once the unzipping and indexing processes are complete.
  • The notification will appear in your notifications panel and may also be sent via email depending on your notification settings.
  • Once complete, all files and folders from the Zip will be available in your site.
8

Review Extracted Content

  • Navigate to the location where you uploaded the Zip file.
  • You'll find a new folder (or files) containing all the extracted content.
  • The folder structure from your Zip file is preserved, maintaining the original organization.
  • Review the extracted files to ensure everything was imported correctly.
9

Continue Site Setup

  • After reviewing the extracted content, proceed with the rest of the site setup steps.
  • Customize site settings as needed (privacy, notifications, etc.).
  • Organize or reorganize content if necessary.
  • The content structure from your Zip file is now available in Clear Ideas, ready for collaboration.