Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I edit custom fields of multiple entries simultaneously using the multi-entry editor?

No. The same editable fields found in EE’s native multi-entry editor are found in Zenbu, but in a much easier to use and manageable format. However, the ability to multi-edit custom fields is noted as a feature request.

Can I edit the content of columns directly from the entry listing, without having to access the entry form?

Yes! However, this is done through Henshu (Zenbu Edit), an add-on which hooks onto Zenbu and adds this ability.

Can I export the data that is displayed in Zenbu in CSV, HTML, JSON format?

Yes! Using the Hokoku (Zenbu Export) add-on. This adds an Export this search button right within Zenbu and has many options and features.

A logged in user isn’t able to access Zenbu, and gets the following error instead: “An Error Was Encountered. You are not authorized to access this page”. What should I do?

The Zenbu module isn’t enabled for access for your member group. You can enable module access from the member group’s preferences in the Control Panel. Access to Add-ons and Add-ons => Modules under the “Control Panel Access” section must also be enabled. Alternatively, you can enable Zenbu access from Zenbu in the Member Access Settings section.

My custom field does not display as expected, why is that?

By default, Zenbu displays data as it is found in the exp_channel_data database table. A few common custom fields have extended support which shows an enhanced display based off the exp_channel_data data. Customized Zenbu display support for third-party fieldtypes can be easily added by third-party developers by adding Zenbu functions in the third-party add-on’s code. Documentation for adding third-party field support for Zenbu can be found here.

Does Zenbu support (insert third-party add-on here)?

Natively within Zenbu, likely no. Only a few custom fields have support within Zenbu (including native EE custom fields). Other custom fields will at least display the contents of exp_channel_data by default. Customized Zenbu display support for third-party fieldtypes can be easily added by third-party developers by adding Zenbu functions in the third-party add-on’s code. Documentation for adding third-party field support for Zenbu can be found here.

I would like a different display style for column X. Is this possible?

Yes, through building an extension that takes advantage of the available Zenbu hooks to modify column display. More information about these hooks can be found here.

I would like to add a extra column in Zenbu to show X. How can this be done?

Yes, through building an extension that takes advantage of the available Zenbu hooks which can add column(s). More information about these hooks can be found here.