PSU Adding a File or Folder Block in Mahara

Summary

This article describes the steps of adding a file or a folder block on Mahara. This article will be helpful for PSU faculty users who are interested in adding files and folders to their Mahara page.

How-To

Instructions

Step 1 - Once logged into Mahara, here is how:

1. Log in to myPortal
2. Search for Mahara ePortfolio.  
3. Click to go to Mahara. You will now be looking at your Mahara Dashboard Page. 

Step 2 - Click on Main Menu on the upper right side of the dashboard page.

Step 3 - Click on the down arrow next to Create title.

Step 4 - Click on the Pages and Collections sub-title.

Step 5 - Click on the title of the Page you want to edit.

Step 6 - Click the Pencil Icon button (edit mode).

Step 7 - In the list of blocks on the left side of the screen, click on Media - media selection should expand to six block options.

Step 8 - Click on and drag "File(s) to download" or "Folder" to the location (where dotted lines appear) of your choice on your portfolio page. The configure screen will open.

Step 9 - Change the "Block title" or for "no title" delete the existing title text.

Step 10 - Click on the Files title.

Step 11 - Click the Check Mark button next to the file(s) or folder you want to list in the block. NOTE: For Files: click in the order that you want listed from top to bottom. You can also upload a file(s) from your computer and they will already be selected once uploaded.

Step 12 - Click "Save" to save your changes.

Outcome

User should be able to add a file or folder block on Mahara.

Need additional help?

Visit the Technology Help Desk to locate your local campus contact information or to submit an online technology support request.  For password issues you must call or visit the Help Desk in person.