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Objectifs :

This tutorial aims to guide users through the process of defining the parent site of their intranet within the SharePoint Admin center, which is crucial for setting up site navigation effectively.

Chapitres :

Introduction to Intranet Site Configuration
In this tutorial, we will focus on an essential step in configuring your intranet site: defining the parent site. This step is vital for establishing the navigation structure of your SharePoint site.
Accessing the SharePoint Admin Center
To begin, ensure you are connected to the SharePoint Admin center. This is where you will manage the settings for your intranet site.
Navigating to Settings
Once in the SharePoint Admin center, click on the 'Settings' option. This will lead you to the configuration area where you can define your parent site.
Identifying the Home Site
On your screen, you will see the home site of your SharePoint. By default, this setting may be undefined or not set, which is why we need to configure it.
Defining the Parent Site
To define your parent site, navigate to the intranet site you have previously created. Select the URL of this site and copy it. This URL will serve as the parent site.
Integrating the Parent Site URL
After copying the URL, return to the settings in the SharePoint Admin center and integrate the copied URL as the parent site. This action will allow SharePoint to recognize it.
Saving Your Selection
Once you have integrated the URL, ensure to save your selection. This will complete step 2 of the configuration process for your intranet site.
Conclusion
Defining the parent site is a crucial step in setting up your intranet navigation. By following these steps, you will ensure that your site is properly configured for user access and navigation.

FAQ :

What is the purpose of defining a parent site in SharePoint?

Defining a parent site in SharePoint is crucial for setting up the navigation structure of your intranet, allowing users to easily access subsites and resources.

How do I access the SharePoint Admin Center?

You can access the SharePoint Admin Center by logging into your Microsoft 365 account and selecting SharePoint from the admin dashboard.

What should I do if my parent site is not recognized?

If your parent site is not recognized, ensure that you have copied the correct URL of your intranet site and integrated it properly in the settings.

Can I change the parent site after it has been set?

Yes, you can change the parent site by going back to the SharePoint Admin Center, selecting the current parent site, and updating it with a new URL.

What are the benefits of using SharePoint for intranet sites?

SharePoint provides a collaborative platform for document management, team communication, and resource sharing, enhancing productivity and information accessibility within organizations.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Corporate Intranet Development

A company can use SharePoint to create a corporate intranet that serves as a central hub for employee resources, news, and collaboration tools, improving internal communication and engagement.

Project Management

Teams can set up a SharePoint site as a parent site for various project subsites, allowing for organized project documentation, task assignments, and progress tracking.

Document Sharing and Collaboration

Organizations can utilize SharePoint to manage document libraries where employees can upload, share, and collaborate on files, ensuring version control and accessibility.

Training and Onboarding

A company can create a dedicated SharePoint site for training and onboarding new employees, providing them with access to necessary resources, schedules, and training materials.

Event Management

SharePoint can be used to create a parent site for managing company events, where different event subsites can provide details, registration, and updates for each event.

Glossaire :

Intranet

A private network accessible only to an organization's staff, often used to share information and resources within the company.

SharePoint Admin Center

A web-based interface provided by Microsoft SharePoint for managing SharePoint sites, settings, and user permissions.

URL

Uniform Resource Locator, a reference to a web resource that specifies its location on a computer network and a mechanism for retrieving it.

Parent Site

In SharePoint, a parent site is the main site that contains subsites, providing a structure for navigation and organization.

Navigation

The process of moving through a website or application, often facilitated by menus, links, and buttons.

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Welcome back to the tutorial and to

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the step of our chain of videos.

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It will be very important to define the

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parent side of your intranet so that way

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you can set the navigation of such site.

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To do so, we will stay connected to the

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SharePoint Admin center.

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Click on settings. And then we

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will be able to see.

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As you can see on your screen

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the home side of your SharePoint. However.

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By default this is undefined or not set.

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Then it will be enough just

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for you to go to your intranet

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site, the one that you have created. Select

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the URL, copy it. And then integrate it.

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As a parent side, it will be then recognized.

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And you will be able to save

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your selection. Therefore

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completing step #2.

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