Creating authoring templates

Creating a site area template
Create a site area template to configure the design of the authoring form and determine what elements can be included in the form.

Creating a content template
Create a content template to configure the design of the authoring form and determine what elements can be included in the form.

Defining display settings of fields and elements
You can define the display properties of field and elements displayed on a content form. Different field and element types have different display properties.

Customizing elements using JSP
A "custom JSP" field is available on some element types when added to an authoring template. You use this to reference a JSP file to use instead of the element default view in the user interface. You can write JSP to control the look and feel of an element, and to restrict the values that can be entered into an element.

Previewing an authoring template
Preview the authoring template to view how the item form appears to the user. You can also test any settings that need validation when the form is submitted, such as a valid workflow or required element values.