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Navigation Path: Admin Dashboard → Settings → Admin Panel Settings
URL: /admin/AdminPanel

Overview

Customize your admin dashboard appearance, including logos, colors, sidebar settings, and layout to match your brand identity.

Branding

Upload logos and set brand colors

Layout

Configure sidebar and dashboard

Colors

Customize color scheme

Settings

Date format, timezone, and sessions

Logo & Branding

Upload custom logos to personalize your admin dashboard.
Logo TypeSizeFormatLocation
Main Logo180 x 50 pxPNG, SVGDashboard header
Favicon32 x 32 pxICO, PNGBrowser tab
Login Logo200 x 80 pxPNG, SVGLogin page
Sidebar Logo40 x 40 pxPNG, SVGCollapsed sidebar
Use transparent backgrounds for PNG files and optimize file sizes (< 500KB) for best performance. Ensure logos are readable at small sizes and maintain consistent branding across all logo types.
Logo Usage: The main logo appears in the dashboard header, favicon in browser tabs, login logo on the authentication page, and sidebar logo when the navigation is collapsed. Each serves a specific purpose in the user experience.

Color Scheme

Customize colors to match your brand identity.
SettingUsed ForExample
Primary ColorButtons, links, highlights#3B82F6
Secondary ColorAccents, badges#8B5CF6
Sidebar BackgroundNavigation sidebar#1F2937
Sidebar TextMenu items#FFFFFF
Header BackgroundTop bar#FFFFFF
Example Color Schemes:
  • Professional Blue
  • Modern Dark
  • Clean Minimal
  • Primary: #3B82F6
  • Secondary: #10B981
  • Sidebar BG: #1E293B
  • Sidebar Text: #F1F5F9
  • Header BG: #FFFFFF
Color Selection: Choose colors that provide good contrast for readability. Test your color scheme on different screen sizes and lighting conditions. Ensure accessibility by following WCAG guidelines.

Configure the navigation sidebar appearance and behavior.
SettingOptionsRecommendation
StyleFixed, Collapsible, Mini, OverlayCollapsible
Default StateExpanded, CollapsedExpanded for desktop
PositionLeft, RightLeft
Menu Organization:
  • Group related items (Management, Financial, Support, System)
  • Limit to 8-10 top-level items
  • Use clear icons and labels
Sidebar Styles:
  • Fixed: Always visible, good for desktop users
  • Collapsible: Can expand/collapse for flexibility
  • Mini: Always shows icons only for maximum space
  • Overlay: Slides over content, mobile-friendly

Dashboard Widgets

Configure which widgets appear on your dashboard: Statistics: Total Users, Active Websites, Revenue, Pending Tickets
Charts: Revenue, User Growth, Website Creation, Ticket Volume
Activity: Recent Users, Websites, Payments, Tickets
For each widget, set visibility, position, size, and refresh rate.
Widget Strategy: Display only the most important metrics on your dashboard. Too many widgets can slow down loading and create visual clutter. Prioritize actionable data over vanity metrics.

Additional Settings

Date & Time:
  • Date Format: MM/DD/YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY, YYYY-MM-DD
  • Time Format: 12-hour or 24-hour
  • Timezone: Set to your business location
Security:
  • Session Timeout: 30-60 minutes recommended
  • Remember Me: Enable for trusted devices only
Session Security: Shorter session timeouts improve security but may inconvenience users. Balance security needs with user experience. Consider 30-60 minutes for admin panels.

Best Practices

  • Use consistent colors across all logos and UI elements
  • Match admin panel branding with public website
  • Keep logos professional, clear, and recognizable
  • Use high-quality image files optimized for web
  • Maintain visual hierarchy with primary and secondary colors
  • Test branding on different screen sizes
  • Update branding assets when company identity changes
  • Keep frequently used items easily accessible
  • Use clear, descriptive menu labels
  • Organize widgets logically by importance
  • Minimize clutter on dashboard
  • Test on different screen sizes and devices
  • Use collapsible sidebar for tablets
  • Optimize for common screen resolutions
  • Compress logo images before uploading
  • Limit number of dashboard widgets (5-8 max)
  • Set appropriate widget refresh rates
  • Use SVG format for logos when possible
  • Don’t load unnecessary widgets
  • Cache static assets effectively
  • Monitor dashboard loading performance
  • Ensure sufficient color contrast (WCAG AA minimum)
  • Provide text alternatives for icons
  • Support keyboard navigation
  • Test with screen readers
  • Don’t rely on color alone to convey information
  • Use readable font sizes (14px minimum)
  • Provide clear focus indicators

Troubleshooting

Issue: Uploaded logo doesn’t appearSolutions:
  1. Compress image file to under 500KB
  2. Use PNG or SVG format only
  3. Resize to recommended dimensions
  4. Clear browser cache (Ctrl+F5)
  5. Clear server/application cache
  6. Check file permissions on server
  7. Try re-uploading the logo
Issue: Custom colors not showingSolutions:
  1. Verify hex codes are valid (e.g., #3B82F6)
  2. Save settings again
  3. Clear application cache
  4. Clear browser cache
  5. Test in incognito/private mode
  6. Check for CSS overrides in theme
  7. Verify no conflicting custom CSS
Issue: Widgets not appearing on dashboardSolutions:
  1. Check widget visibility settings
  2. Verify user has permission to view widgets
  3. Review error logs for issues
  4. Clear dashboard cache
  5. Reset widget layout to default
  6. Check data sources are accessible
  7. Verify database connection is active

Quick Reference

Customization Checklist

  • Upload all logos (main, favicon, login, sidebar)
  • Set primary and secondary colors
  • Configure sidebar colors and style
  • Organize menu items logically
  • Configure dashboard widgets
  • Set date/time format and timezone
  • Configure session timeout
  • Test on different devices and browsers

Logo Specifications

Logo TypeSizeFormatNotes
Main Logo180 x 50 pxPNG, SVGTransparent background
Favicon32 x 32 pxICO, PNGSimple, recognizable
Login Logo200 x 80 pxPNG, SVGCan be detailed
Sidebar Logo40 x 40 pxPNG, SVGSquare, simple