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umbraco-manifest-picker

Select registered Umbraco backoffice extensions via the umb-input-manifest component.

26|13|Updated Nov 30, 2025
Search Tags:#ui#extension#manifest#umbraco#backoffice#picker
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/umbraco/Umbraco-CMS-Backoffice-Skills --skill umbraco-manifest-picker
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Skill: umbraco-manifest-picker
Source: https://github.com/umbraco/Umbraco-CMS-Backoffice-Skills/tree/main/plugins/umbraco-backoffice-skills/skills/umbraco-manifest-picker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/umbraco/Umbraco-CMS-Backoffice-Skills --skill umbraco-manifest-picker

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of selecting and referencing registered extensions within the Umbraco backoffice, making it easier to build and configure custom UIs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extension Picker UI: Provides a user-friendly interface to browse and select Umbraco extensions (dashboards, property editors, etc.).
  • Dynamic Type Selection: Allows users to dynamically choose the type of extension they want to pick from.
  • Use Case: When configuring a custom dashboard, you can use this Skill to let an editor easily select another registered workspace or dashboard to display.

Quick Start

Use the umbraco-manifest-picker skill to select a registered 'dashboard' extension.

Frequently Asked Questions about umbraco-manifest-picker

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I select a registered Umbraco extension in the backoffice?▼

To select a registered Umbraco extension, use the `<umb-input-manifest>` component, which provides a UI to browse and reference extensions like workspaces, dashboards, and property editors.

Can I filter Umbraco extensions by type when building a custom configuration UI?▼

Yes, dynamic filtering by extension type is supported. You can filter registered Umbraco backoffice extensions to specifically select items like dashboards or property editors for your configuration.

How do I let an editor pick another dashboard to display in a custom Umbraco workspace?▼

Implement the manifest picker component in your custom dashboard configuration. This allows editors to easily browse and select another registered workspace or dashboard to display.

What extension properties can I access after selecting an Umbraco manifest?▼

After selecting an Umbraco manifest, you gain access to the selected extension's alias, name, and type. These details facilitate referencing the extension in your custom configuration UIs.

Does this manifest picker require any specific dependencies to run?▼

No specific dependencies are required to use the manifest picker. It functions natively within the Umbraco backoffice environment to select registered extensions.

What is the best way to reference property editors in an Umbraco backoffice configuration?▼

The best way to reference property editors is using a manifest picker. It simplifies selecting and referencing registered extensions within the Umbraco backoffice for custom UIs.

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