The Custom Code Widget allows you to embed any webpage or object directly into your SmartSuite dashboard, offering seamless integration for collaborative projects and custom objects.
Plan Availability | All plan types |
Permissions | Administrators, Solution Creators, General Access |
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What Is the Custom Code Widget?
The Custom Code Widget lets you embed external content—like web pages, forms, or applications—into your SmartSuite dashboard. This feature enhances collaboration and makes it easy to integrate external tools within your workspace.
Key Features and Uses
The widget is perfect for:
Embedding Web Forms: Include Google Forms or other online forms.
Integrating Applications: Display external apps or tools directly on your dashboard.
Custom Projects: Add unique, collaborative objects tailored to your team's needs.
How to Configure the Custom Code Widget
Follow these steps to set up and configure your Custom Code Widget:
Access the Dashboard:
Navigate to the desired SmartSuite dashboard.
Add the Widget:
Click Add Widget.
Select Custom Code Widget from the list.
Embed Content:
Choose one of the following:
Embed URL: Paste the link to the webpage or object you want to embed.
Embed HTML: Insert the custom HTML code for the object.
Save and View:
Click Add Widget to save your changes.
The content will now display within your dashboard.
Practical Scenarios and Use Cases
1. Team Collaboration
Scenario: The marketing team needs to track survey responses from a Google Form.
Solution: Use the Custom Code Widget to embed the Google Form directly into the team's dashboard for easy access and live updates.
2. Application Integration
Scenario: A company wants to monitor live analytics from an external reporting tool.
Solution: Embed the analytics page URL within the dashboard to keep critical data at your team's fingertips.
3. Custom Project View
Scenario: A product team uses a custom roadmap application to track feature progress.
Solution: Use the Custom Code Widget to embed the roadmap application, allowing all team members to view updates without leaving SmartSuite.
Additional Tips and Notes
Supported Content: Ensure the URL or HTML code is secure and allows embedding (check for iFrame compatibility).
Customization: Adjust the widget's size and position on the dashboard to fit your workspace design.
Permissions: Only administrators can add and configure widgets.