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Appendix A. Quick reference

Use this appendix as a rapid reminder of where common tasks live and how the main HORTUS terms are used in this manual.


Where to go for common tasks

Task Go here first
Find a research output or dataset Marketplace
Search broadly across multiple entity types Global Search
Find a collaborator or evaluate a researcher profile Experts
Understand a research initiative and request to join it Projects
Register for an event or check its schedule Events
Publish a resource and track moderation status Marketplace + My Contributions
Organise private or shared working files My Workspace > My Folders
Create or manage metadata formats My Workspace > Metadata Management
Export or disseminate a research output Marketplace detail page + dissemination actions
Read manuals or report a problem Support

Typical user workflows

Discover → Engage

  • Search or browse content
  • Open detail pages
  • Evaluate relevance
  • Follow or favourite items
  • Participate in discussions

Create → Publish

  • Create resource/project/event
  • Fill metadata
  • Upload files
  • Submit for moderation
  • Track status in My Contributions
  • Publish after approval

Collaborate

  • Find experts
  • Contact via messaging
  • Share workspace folders
  • Participate in discussions
  • Follow shared content

Manage research data

  • Store files in Workspace
  • Organise folders
  • Apply metadata
  • Prepare for publication
  • Export and disseminate

  • Use Global Search when unsure where to go
  • Use filters instead of scrolling
  • Check the action rail for available actions
  • Use tabs to navigate within pages
  • Access personal tools from the user menu

Summary

This quick reference helps you:

  • locate features quickly
  • perform common tasks efficiently
  • navigate the platform with minimal friction

For detailed explanations, follow the linked sections.


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