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Akeba Backup Review

Complete Review: Akeeba Backup (updated 2025)

one name consistently stands out when discussing Joomla website backups: Akeeba Backup. Developed by Akeeba Ltd.. Whether you are managing a personal blog or a commercial enterprise website, safeguarding your data is paramount, and Akeeba Backup rises to this challenge with…
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How to Create a Form Using RS Form in Joomla 5

Creating a form using RS Form in Joomla 5 is a straightforward process. Follow the steps below to create your form easily: Step 1: Install RS Form Log in to your Joomla 5 administrator panel. Navigate to Extensions > Manage > Install. Upload the RS Form package file and click on…
10 Common Misconceptions about Joomla!

10 Common Misconceptions about Joomla!

Discover the truth behind Joomla!, the renowned content management system empowering countless websites globally. Unraveling prevalent misconceptions, this article delves into Joomla! 's functionality and user-friendliness to offer valuable insights. By debunking the top ten…
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Failed login Attempts - Override the look of how the IPs are shown

The Failed Login Attempts plugin gives you an overview of your failed logins, but you can make it even better by applying a simple override. The override provides a link to more information about who has tried to log in, and you can therefore use other extensions to block the…
Bootstrap

Bootstrap: A powerfull Framework all built into Joomla By default

Joomla 4 comes packed with features by the core version. One of these features is the Bootst6rap Framework, which Joomla has added by default. Bootstrap has been around since 2011 and part of Joomla since version 3. The latest version, 5.1, is prebuilt into Joomla 4. When this…
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Override: How do I get a Subform to look better

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Override: The Invalidate Cache Admin module.

In Joomla, it is relatively easy to create CSS overrides. If you would like to change the color of the Invalidate Cache button, you can read on. How to create a CSS override in Joomla 4 Administrator (Atum - Template)? Joomla is built with the intention of user customization of…
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Making a Joomla site on a Budget? It's Not as Hard as You Think

You’ve probably heard that Joomla is a “free” platform. That’s true, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. You can download the software for free, and you can host Joomla sites for free on specific hosting platforms. However, if you want the best possible performance and…
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How to override the output of the default subform in Joomla 4

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Useful extensions for Joomla in 2023

10 of the most useful Joomla Extensions in 2023

With the ability to use extensions in Joomla, it is often prevalent to install more extensions than necessary; this will usually result in a slower site. So here are my recommendations for the ten best Joomla extensions every Joomla site should have.in 2023.
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Joomla Hack - A Better Way to insert a Menu Separator, or?

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How to use Dark Mode in the Backend of Joomla 3, custom CSS

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Data Management

Don't Make This Silly Mistake In 2021 With Your Joomla-website

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10 Must have Extensions for Joomla in 2021

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How to use CSS to personalize each page in Joomla, see how

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How to make a dropdown content slider? - Pure HTML and CSS

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How to change the Modules in the backend of Joomla

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Customize the Back-end of your Joomla template using CSS

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How do I hide the annoying page title using pure CSS?

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Template Overrides - See how to make overrides in Joomla

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Akeeba Backup

Akeeba Backup - The best solution for backing up Joomla

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Tips & Tricks

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Category: Advanced WebDesign - Tutorials

RS FORM from RS Joomla is a powerful extension form builder with many extra and underrated features. In this article, we will explore some of these features, from using Google Docs and Google Sheets to using the inbuilt .PDF solution in RS Form.

Read more: RS Form - Streamline Form Submissions with RS Form Pro and Google Integration in Joomla 5

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Creating a form using RS Form in Joomla 5 is a straightforward process.

Follow the steps below to create your form easily:

Step 1: Install RS Form

  1. Log in to your Joomla 5 administrator panel.
  2. Navigate to Extensions > Manage > Install.
  3. Upload the RS Form package file and click on Install.

Step 2: Create a New Form

  1. Go to Components > RS Form! Pro > Manage Forms.
  2. Click on the New button to create a new form.
  3. Enter a title for your form.
  4. Select a layout for your form from the available options.

Step 3: Add Form Fields

  1. In the form editor, click on the Add Field button.
  2. Select the type of field you want to add (e.g., text box, dropdown, radio button).
  3. Configure the field settings such as label, size, and validation rules.
  4. Repeat this process for each field you want to add to your form.

Step 4: Configure Form Properties

  1. Click on the Properties tab.
  2. Set up your form properties, including form name, metadata, and permissions.
  3. Configure email notifications and thank you messages under the Emails and Thank You tabs.

Step 5: Publish the Form

  1. Click on the Save button to save your form.
  2. To display the form on your site, go to Menus > Your Menu > Add New Menu Item.
  3. Select RS Form! Pro as the menu item type.
  4. Choose your form from the list and save the menu item.

Your form is now live on your Joomla 5 website. You can customize and style it using CSS and other Joomla features .

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Finding top resources for Joomla on the Web is not as easy as it seems, but I have gathered a few good places to start here.

Read more: Useful Joomla resources - Where to get inspiration for Joomla sites

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Are you tired of getting a huge amount of SPAM using forms like RS Form or others?

Read more: Quick Tip: How to reduce spam using Forms in Joomla

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    This release focuses on thoughtful improvements that refine the CMS experience. From better file organization and task logging to enhanced email handling and accessibility, Joomla 5.3 helps administrators and developers work more efficiently while keeping your website modern, secure, and future-ready.

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    This month, you can read how you can help shape Joomla's future or make valuable contributions now, find out which new features are coming (SEO out of the box as well as a tool to migrate your WordPress site to Joomla), why you shouldn't rely on automated tools alone to fix the accessibility of your website, and how to create page transitions for your website, with CSS.

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