Based on your current package plan, create customized modules for your projects with ease. In the Admin area under Modules, open the “Custom Module” section, click “+ Module”. Choose either a blank template or a pre-configured, ready-to-use template designed for various use cases.

If you select the blank template, enter the details for your new module. Choose a name, provide a description, upload images, and select icons from our library. Go to Advanced Settings to choose a color for your module. Use the toggle if you want to display your module in the feed and enable group connections if needed. Save your settings.

When you choose a pre-configured template, simply follow the guided steps. Once completed, proceed with the next actions as outlined below.

Select the Module you just created from the Modules overview.

Head over to Views to see how you can group custom modules into one database.

To give access to your users to allow them to add content, link the module in your navigation bar:

Go to Admin - Custom Modules - Attributes ”+Attributes” select “Link”.

Head over to Admin - Custom Modules - Content  ”+ RSS Import”.

To show images for your entries, make sure that your RSS feed has the images in one of the following structures:

1. tag

2.

3. CDATA description with HTML tag

Example:

  
    
    https://example.com/
    Latest news updates

    
    
      
      https://example.com/news/3
      
      This is the news description for item 3.
    

    
    
      
      https://example.com/news/2
      
      This is the news description for item 2.
    

    
    
      
      https://example.com/news/1
      
        This is the news description for item 1.
      ]]>
    
  

Add a section “platform content” to link organizations, users, or data from other custom modules within your module entry. Create portfolios of the organizations you are connected with, your projects and awards, or companies you want to mention as a reference for example.

Head over to Content and click “+Entry” in the top right corner. Select “Import Data” from the drop-down. Follow the steps to name your file and download the file. For example, a use case would be if you want to import your blog posts.

Go to Content → Editor, click “+Section”, select “+Attribute”, and create your Attribute from the extensive Attribute Library. Select from 'Base Attributes,' which are the familiar options, or access 'My Attributes' to add your favorite attributes.

There is no need to create Attributes twice or three times. Custom Modules, Members, Organizations - they all share the same Attribute pool. Create an Attribute once, and use it everywhere.

Look for the green "1 x in use" label (or more!) next to the Attributes of your choice. Click to see where else it's being used.

Let’s create a new Attribute and use it in the Section we created above. To create a new Attribute:

Once saved, your section is ready to be displayed. You can also adjust the order of this section by simply dragging and dropping it into your desired position.

Attributes can be created not only from within sections but also via the "Attributes" tab in the Organizations module settings. From there, you can view existing attributes and see how many times they have been used or are currently in use across the platform.

Pinpoint Locations with precision

Navigate to Modules → Custom Modules → Editor, click "Add Attribute," and select "Address" from the Base list Attributes. Select from the Key Features below.

Key Features:

Explore the power of hierarchical data organization with the Tree Attribute. Visit the Attribute Library in your Custom Modules and start building your custom trees.

Create a custom tree:

Preconfigured Templates

We’ve introduced preconfigured templates such as the LoftOS Category Tree, which provides a predefined set of categories you can use directly. If you don’t need all the predefined categories, you can easily modify or remove them to suit your requirements.

A flexible date input field that enables users to choose specific dates, date ranges, months, or years, ideal for gathering any date-related information. This can be used, for example, for idea competitions, funding applications, or job boards. You can use the date restriction for your database to show only valid entries.

Head over to Content → Editor and select “Header Image” from the right-hand side section panel. Include the Alt text and image source.

You can toggle keyword filters on or off in database views for your Custom Modules. Take control of how users find content, making navigation simpler and more intuitive. Configure in Module Settings →View Options → Keyword Filter toggle on or off.

Enable time-based restrictions directly in the Module Settings to keep data fresh and relevant—no manual cleanup required.

Take full control over how entity cards appear in the database view. Whether you’re adding attributes, adjusting sections, or creating a custom layout, the Card Editor makes it simple and intuitive to design cards that perfectly suit your workflow.

Add and Change Attributes: Effortlessly add, remove, or update the attributes displayed on your database cards in the module overview. Highlight key details for your users at a glance.

Full Customization: Combine or split sections on the card to match your specific needs. Design a card structure that works best for your team’s unique workflow. For example, show text over your image.

To customize your entity cards:

Note: you can only add the following elements:

Customize your header section and choose between two variants, Article or Marketplace.

When to use the Marketplace style:

1. Product showcases: Present your offerings with a clean, catalog-like appearance that highlights both visuals and key details.

2. Expert directories: Create professional listings where profile photos appear alongside credentials and expertise areas.

3. Resource libraries: Display documents, videos, or tools with thumbnails and descriptions in an easily browsable format.

Key Features

How to Get Started

How to Set Up

Optimize your application assessment with the Pipeline Integration feature. Form applications from Custom Modules can be directly linked to the Pipeline module, making it easier to track, evaluate, and manage submissions within your workflow.

Key Features

How to Get Started

Add a single button for job applications, form submissions, or feedback—without redirecting users to separate pages.

Instead of using external forms or links, users can submit applications, requests, or ideas right where they engage with your content. If it’s an external link, they’ll be directed to another page. If it’s a form, every submission flows into Pipelines, making it easy to track applications, requests, or any data-driven process.

Flexible Placement & Use Cases

You decide where to place the button—whether in the module header (e.g., a “Contact Me” button) or within a section (e.g., “Apply for this job”). This is ideal for:

How to set up

To duplicate a module, follow these steps:

To display your module in the same style as the Feed:

Your module will now be shown in the same visual style as the feed.

Creating a New Module by implementing from the Template Library

(without changing how it's used in other modules. This allows for more precise and contextual customization)

How to Override Attribute Settings per Module:

Change the attribute to fit your purpose.

💡 Key Benefits

This allows you to assign time-sensitive actions (like filling out a form or accessing a link) and automatically highlight cards as the deadline approaches.

1. Log in as Admin

2. Go to Modules

3. Select the Target Module

Choose the specific module where you want to add the interaction deadline (e.g., Projects, Events, Applications).

4. Open the Layout Editor

Click Layout in the top bar to enter the module's layout and card configuration view.

5. Go to "Interaction Deadlines"

This feature allows you to:

6. Configure Styling Options

Choose how the card should appear as the deadline approaches. Activate the option to highlight the card as the deadline gets closer, marking approaching or due dates.

7. Save Changes

Overwrite an attribute’s name, description, and placeholder text per module—without affecting its use in other contexts. This gives you greater flexibility when tailoring modules to specific use cases.

What You Can Do

Step-by-Step: How to Set Header Attribute per Module

Step 1: Login as Admin

Step 2: Go to your Custom Module Settings

Navigate to the area where Custom Modules are managed.

Step 3: Select a Module and open the Editor Section from the top bar

Step 4: Select the Section to overwrite the Attribute

Find the specific attribute you want to override and select it.

Step 4: Customize the Attribute for this Module by creating a new Attribute from the right side Section

Step 5: Save Changes

Stay up to date with the latest content by subscribing to notifications for custom modules. This feature ensures you’re instantly informed whenever new entries are added—without needing to check manually.

Step-by-Step Guide:

What You Get:

Make your module more interactive by adding a contact person users can reach out to directly. Follow the steps below to enable this feature.

Step-by-Step Guide:

Follow these steps to restrict access to specific modules based on organization type or name:

Use this feature to automatically sync chat communication for a specific user group or selected members within a Group or Program.

Use Case

This feature allows you to ensure that communication within a Group or Program includes only relevant participants. For example, you can:

You can choose a module name during the creation process. Simply enter the desired name for your module.

Consider naming your module a relevant term, such as "Research Results" to reflect its purpose.

You can include descriptions, images, and more in the module. The rich text editor allows you to input various content.

You can choose views like card view or list view for your module.

Yes, you can select icons for your module from our vast library.

After saving, you will see the newly created module under “Custom Modules” in your admin area. Initially, it will have no content, but you can start creating sections using the editor.

In the editor, click “+Section” to create new sections. For example, you might start with a section named "Basic Information."

For research results, you might create a section like "Type of Research Result" and explore various types within that section.

To add attributes, go to the editor, and within a section, you can create attributes. For example, you might add attributes like "Material Value" and "Technology Readiness Level (TRL)."

You can customize the display of attributes. For example, you can set attributes like "Type of Research Result" to be displayed.

You can go back to the editor from the settings and add more attributes or sections.

By clicking on your newly created module, such as "Research Results," you can add entries. For example, you might add entries with details like material values and TRL.

You can customize the view of your entries. In the settings, you can choose between views like list view or card view.

To hide the contact person, you can click on the switch in the detailed view.

Custom modules will be similar to standard modules found throughout the platform. They can be part of packages, added to navigation settings, and customized for different use cases. Integration to packages and increased flexibility enhance their functionality.

You can integrate custom modules into the navigation. By going to navigation settings, you can create a new entry and add custom modules, such as the recently built "Research Results," for easy access.

To create your first entry, navigate to the "Module" section. Click on "+Entry" to begin. Choose a suitable image and input your description content using our rich text editor. Save your settings.

To change the contact person, select "Change" under the Contact Person section. Start typing the name of the desired contact person and choose from the options provided.

Store or upload your video from YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion, Twitch, Soundcloud or Facebook videos.

You can use Custom Modules and Pipelines together by creating content in your Custom Module and then adding it to a Pipeline. In the Pipelines settings, enable the toggle in General Settings for “Allow content from other modules to be added to own pipelines.” Make sure that the pipeline has at least 1 column. Then, select from any entry from the Navigation bar. Click on the ellipsis and choose “Add to Pipeline” from the dropdown menu.

Please note that the content from the Custom Module will appear as a Card within the Pipeline, allowing you to engage with it through comments and Evaluations using the Pipeline's features.

If entries are not appearing in the Costume Module, follow these steps to identify and resolve the issue:

Header images for a custom module should ideally have a aspect ratio of 16:5 or a resolution of 2250px x 700px.