Navigation Guide

Learn how to navigate the SSAdmin interface effectively

Overview

The SSAdmin interface is designed for efficient navigation across all administrative functions. This guide will help you understand the layout and find features quickly.

Main Layout

The SSAdmin interface consists of four main areas:

1. Top Header

Located at the top of every page, the header contains:

  • App Switcher - Switch between different applications (if available)
  • Search Bar - Quick search for students, courses, or other records
  • Notifications - View system notifications and alerts
  • User Profile - Access your profile settings and logout option

2. Left Sidebar

The main navigation menu organized by functional areas:

Admitted User

  • Users (Existing, New Intake, Applications, etc.)
  • Student statistics and reports

Academic & Learning

  • Class management
  • Course management
  • Feedbacks
  • Student academic reports

Tuition

  • Fee management
  • Payment tracking
  • Financial reports

Assessment

  • Exams
  • Quizzes
  • Projects

Orientation

  • Materials
  • Schedules
  • Submissions

Bulk Uploads

  • Applications
  • Attendance
  • Clearance
  • Payments

Makeup & Carryover

  • Makeup assignments and completions
  • Carryover assignments and completions

Backend (Admin only)

  • Core settings
  • Admin management
  • Activity logs

All Others

  • PMR submissions
  • Referee submissions
  • Course vetting
  • Admission settings

3. Content Area

The main working area where you interact with data:

  • Page Header - Current page title and breadcrumbs
  • Action Buttons - Create, export, and other actions
  • Filters - Filter and search options
  • Data Table/Content - Main data display

Contains:

  • Version information
  • Support links
  • Legal information

Using the Sidebar

  1. Expand/Collapse - Click on menu sections to expand or collapse them
  2. Active Item - The current page is highlighted in the sidebar
  3. Scroll - Scroll within the sidebar to access all menu items

Quick Navigation

Keyboard Shortcuts:

  • Use browser back/forward buttons to navigate between pages
  • Use browser search (Ctrl+F / Cmd+F) to find text on current page

Breadcrumbs:

  • Click on breadcrumb links to navigate to parent pages
  • Breadcrumbs show your current location in the navigation hierarchy

Search Functionality

The global search bar allows you to:

  • Search for students by name or ID
  • Find courses by name or code
  • Locate specific records quickly

Use specific search terms for better results. For example, search by student ID for exact matches.

Your visible menu items depend on your assigned role:

HQ Admin

  • Full access to all menu items
  • Backend configuration access
  • All reports and statistics

Campus Admin

  • Campus-specific data access
  • Limited backend access
  • Campus reports only

If you cannot see a menu item you need access to, contact your system administrator.

Common Navigation Patterns

Viewing Records

  1. Navigate to the relevant section (e.g., Users > Existing)
  2. Use filters to narrow down the list
  3. Click on a record to view details
  4. Use action buttons for edit, delete, or other operations

Creating New Records

  1. Navigate to the relevant section
  2. Click the "Create" or "Add" button (usually in the top right)
  3. Fill in the required information
  4. Click "Save" or "Submit"

Filtering Data

  1. Click the "Filter" button or expand the filter panel
  2. Select filter criteria (campus, level, status, etc.)
  3. Click "Apply" to filter the data
  4. Click "Clear" or "Reset" to remove filters

Exporting Data

  1. Apply any necessary filters
  2. Click the "Export" button
  3. Select export format (CSV, Excel)
  4. Download the file

Mobile Navigation

When accessing SSAdmin on mobile devices:

  1. Menu Toggle - Tap the hamburger icon to open/close the sidebar
  2. Scrolling - Swipe to scroll through tables and content
  3. Actions - Tap and hold for additional options on some items

For the best experience, use SSAdmin on a desktop or laptop computer. Some features may have limited functionality on mobile devices.

Troubleshooting Navigation Issues

Sidebar not appearing?

  • Refresh the page
  • Clear browser cache
  • Try a different browser

Page not loading?

  • Check your internet connection
  • Verify you have permission to access the page
  • Contact support if the issue persists

Search not returning results?

  • Check spelling and try different search terms
  • Ensure you have permission to view the records
  • Try using filters instead