Chapter 4. Basic Site Configuration

Overview of basic site configuration concepts. Tasks on module installation, user account settings, and themes are covered.

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4.1. Concept: Administrative Overview

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Overview of administrative menu and contextual links.

4.2. Editing Basic Site Information

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How to edit basic site information (site name, slogan, and default time zone).

4.3. Installing a Module

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How to install a core or contributed module, using the administrative interface or Drush.

4.4. Uninstalling Unused Modules

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How to uninstall modules to reduce overhead.

4.5. Configuring User Account Settings

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How to change user account registration settings.

4.6. Configuring the Theme

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How to edit a theme’s settings to update the color scheme and add a logo.