Customising the Dashboard Banner
Overview
The Dashboard Banner is a customisable visual header that appears at the top of your Dashboard. Use it to create a branded, welcoming experience with custom images, titles, subtitles, and colours that match your organisation's identity.
Banners can display different images on different devices, ensuring your Dashboard looks great on desktop, tablet, and mobile screens.
Functionality Breakdown
Banner Elements
Element | Description |
|---|---|
Banner Image | The main background image displayed in the banner |
Banner Title | Main heading text overlaid on the banner |
Banner Subtitle | Supporting text below the title |
Text Colour | Customise text colour for readability against your image |
Compact Mode | Reduces banner height for a more compact layout |
Responsive Images
You can upload different images for different screen sizes:
Breakpoint | Screen Size | Recommended Width |
|---|---|---|
Desktop | 992px and above | 1140px |
Tablet | 768px – 991px | 940px |
Mobile | 576px – 767px | 768px |
Small Mobile | Below 576px | 425px |
Pre-requisites
To customise Dashboard banners:
You must have edit access to the Dashboard
Images should be prepared in appropriate dimensions
Role Requirements
Action | Required Roles |
|---|---|
Add/edit banner | Owner, Admin |
Remove banner | Owner, Admin |
Edit banner on Manager Dashboard | Manager (their own Dashboard) |
Quick Start Guide
Adding a Banner to a Dashboard
Navigate to your Dashboard
Look for the banner area at the top (it may show a placeholder or be empty)
Click Edit or the banner settings icon
Upload your banner image
(Optional) Add a title and subtitle
(Optional) Customise text colour
Save your changes
Uploading Responsive Images
Edit your Dashboard banner
Look for tabs or options for different screen sizes:
Desktop
Tablet
Mobile
Small Mobile
Upload an appropriately sized image for each breakpoint
Save your changes
💡 Tip: If you don't upload images for all breakpoints, the system will use the desktop image as a fallback.
Customising Banner Text
Edit your Dashboard banner
Enter your Title (main heading)
Enter your Subtitle (supporting text)
Choose a Text Colour that contrasts well with your image
Preview the result
Save your changes
Best Practices
Image Guidelines
Guideline | Reason |
|---|---|
Use high-quality images | Ensures professional appearance |
Consider text placement | Leave space for title/subtitle overlay |
Maintain brand consistency | Use brand colours and imagery |
Optimise file size | Faster loading, better performance |
Test on multiple devices | Ensure images look good at all sizes |
Text Considerations
Tip | Benefit |
|---|---|
Keep titles concise | Easy to read at a glance |
Use contrasting colours | Ensures readability |
Consider mobile users | Text should be readable on small screens |
Align with Dashboard purpose | Reflect the Dashboard's focus |
FAQs
Q: What happens if I don't add any banner images for smaller screens?
The desktop image will be used and scaled down. For best results, provide images for each breakpoint.
Q: Can I use animated GIFs?
Yes, but use them sparingly as they can be distracting and affect performance.
Q: How do I remove a banner completely?
Edit the banner settings and remove the image, or look for a "Remove Banner" option.
Q: Can users personalise their own banner?
No. Banners are set by administrators and apply to all users who see that Dashboard.
Q: What file formats are supported?
JPG, PNG, GIF, and SVG formats are typically supported.
Troubleshooting
Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
Banner not displaying | Verify an image is uploaded and the Dashboard is saved |
Image looks stretched | Use an image that matches the recommended dimensions |
Text not visible | Choose a text colour that contrasts with your image |
Banner looks different on mobile | Upload mobile-specific images for better results |
Image not updating | Clear browser cache and refresh the page |