Drupal content layout patterns

Thoughtful, consistent interface content is a core element of a well-designed experience.

Services

The services content type describes things the library does, offerings that require some sort of interaction by or contact with Libraries staff. Offerings described as services must include an action facilitating that contact point. The focus of offerings using the services content type must be on the service itself, even if aspects of the offering might also include resource, space, or guide components.

Services Drupal fields

Name of service
Drupal “Title” field
Required
Brief summary
Drupal “Article” type
Required

1 to 2 sentences

  • Briefly describe the service using plain language
  • List who has access to the service
  • List any specific access details around the service (for example, if users must be logged into submit a form)

Example: Our librarians teach individuals and small groups to search databases and optimize search strategies. This service is available to U of M health sciences faculty, staff, and students.

Benefits/examples
Drupal open paragraphs
List benefits or examples of how the service can be used, focusing on user needs.
Service action
Drupal “Action link” field
Required

A call to action button, with language describing the interaction

Example: “Request a consultation” or “Make a purchase request”

A form on the other end of the button, initiating contact with a staff person or unit
Related policies and/or information
Drupal related content type
If applicable, list complementary or related policies, or informational pieces, such as strategic planning, principles, missions, etc
Associated staff
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable/appropriate, list the staff that are the primary and/or auxiliary contact points for the service
Related services
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable, list complementary or related services
Related collections, guides, or research support
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable, list complementary or related resources
If applicable, list guides that support this service
Related spaces
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable, list complementary or related spaces

Spaces

The spaces content type describes physical spaces in our libraries. Offerings described as spaces must include the physical location of the space. The focus of offerings using the spaces content type must be on the space itself, even if the space contains resources, or offers services.

Spaces Drupal fields

Name of space
Drupal “Title” field
Required
Space details
Drupal “Article” type
Required

Space summary (required)

  • Briefly describe what the space offers,
  • where the space is,
  • who has access to the space
  • and any specific access details around the space (for example, if users must have a reservation, or if the space requires UCard access)

Example: The Breakerspace is a free-to-use, student-centered makerspace, managed and funded by the Libraries. It is located on the second floor of Walter Library, on the East Bank campus. All majors, years, and skill levels welcome.

Location(s)
Drupal field
Required
Hours
Drupal field
Contact
Drupal field
Benefits/examples
Drupal open paragraph field
Call to action
Drupal “Action link” field
A call to action button, with language describing the interaction
Example: “Reserve a room&rquo; or “Request staff support”
A form on the other end of the button, initiating contact with a staff person or unit
Related policies and/or information
Drupal related content type
If applicable, list complementary or related policies, or informational pieces, such as strategic planning, principles, missions, etc
Associated staff
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable/appropriate, list the staff that are the primary and/or auxiliary contact points for the resource
Other related
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable, list complementary or related spaces
If applicable, list complementary or related collections
If applicable, list complementary or related services

Collections

The collections content type describes things the library has. These things can be digital, physical, or both. Offerings described as resources must include how and where library patrons can access the resource. The focus of offerings using the resources contact type must be on the resource itself, even if aspects of the offering might also include service, space, or guide components.

Collections Drupal fields

Name of collection
Drupal “Title” field
Required
Collection details
Drupal “Article” type
Required

Process summary (required)

  • Briefly describe the resource using plain language
  • Briefly describe where the resource is (digital, physical)
  • List who has access to the resource
  • List any specific access details around the resource (for example, if users must be logged in, or need a valid UCard)

Example: Our librarians teach individuals and small groups to search databases and optimize search strategies. This service is available to U of M health sciences faculty, staff, and students.

Benefits/examples
Drupal open paragraphs
List benefits or examples of why you might use the resource over similar ones, focusing on user needs.
Collection access
Drupal field
Required

A URL or address, the specifics of any related access instructions

Associated staff
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable/appropriate, list the staff that are the primary and/or auxiliary contact points for the resource
Related collections or guides
If applicable, list complementary or related collections
Related services
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable, list complementary or related resources
If applicable, list guides that support this resource
Related spaces
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable, list complementary or related spaces
Related research support
Drupal article or paragraphs
If applicable, list complementary or related research support
Related policies and/or information
Drupal related content type
If applicable, list complementary or related policies, or informational pieces, such as strategic planning, principles, missions, etc