Personal Bookmarks – User Guide (For Registered Users)
A simple step‑by‑step guide on how to add, view, edit, and delete your bookmarks.
1. Logging In
Before you can use the Personal Bookmarks system, you must be logged in.
- Go to your website’s Login page.
- Enter your username and password.
- Click Log In.
Once logged in, you will have access to all bookmark features.
2. Adding a New Bookmark
Use this when you want to save a new business, website, or location.
- Go to the Add Bookmark page.
- Fill in the form:
- Business Name (required)
- Description (optional)
- City (optional)
- State (optional)
- Region (optional)
- Link (URL) (optional)
- Category (optional)
- Click Add Bookmark.
What happens next?
- Your bookmark is saved as Public by default.
- Public bookmarks appear in the Public Bookmarks page for all users to see.
3. Viewing Public Bookmarks
This page shows all public bookmarks created by all users.
- Go to the Public Bookmarks page.
- You will see a list of bookmarks displayed in boxes.
- Each bookmark shows:
- Business name
- Description
- City / State
- Region
- Category
- Link (if provided)
Optional:
- If you created the bookmark, you will also see Edit and Delete buttons.
4. Viewing Your Private Bookmarks
Private bookmarks are visible only to you.
- Go to the My Private Bookmarks page.
- You will see only the bookmarks you created that are marked Private.
- Other users cannot see your private bookmarks.
5. Editing a Bookmark
You can edit any bookmark that you created.
- Go to the Public Bookmarks page or My Private Bookmarks page.
- Find the bookmark you want to edit.
- Click the Edit button.
- You will be taken to the Edit Bookmark page.
- Update any fields you want to change.
- Click Update Bookmark.
Your changes will be saved immediately.
6. Deleting a Bookmark
You can delete any bookmark that you created.
- Go to the Public Bookmarks page or My Private Bookmarks page.
- Find the bookmark you want to delete.
- Click the Delete button.
- You will be taken to a confirmation page.
- Click Yes, delete.
The bookmark will be moved to the Trash.
7. Understanding Public vs. Private Bookmarks
Public Bookmarks
- Visible to all logged‑in users
- Shown on the Public Bookmarks page
- Created automatically when you add a bookmark
Private Bookmarks
- Visible only to you
- Shown on the My Private Bookmarks page
- Useful for personal or sensitive information
8. Categories
When adding or editing a bookmark, you can choose a Category.
- Categories help organize bookmarks.
- You can filter bookmarks by category on the Public Bookmarks page.
9. Summary of Pages You Will Use
| Page Name | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Add Bookmark | Create a new bookmark |
| Public Bookmarks | View all public bookmarks |
| My Private Bookmarks | View your private bookmarks |
| Edit Bookmark | Edit a bookmark you created |
| Delete Bookmark | Confirm deletion of a bookmark |
10. Need Help?
If you have trouble adding, editing, or deleting bookmarks, contact the site administrator for assistance.
