Documentation Guide

This guide explains how to effectively use the documentation system, including search filters, navigation, and advanced features to find the information you need quickly.

How the Documentation Works

The Flatboard 5 documentation is organized into clear sections, each covering specific topics. All documentation files use Markdown format with YAML front matter for metadata.

Documentation Structure

Each documentation file contains:

YAML Front Matter - Metadata including title, description, date, tags, and more
Markdown Content - Formatted text with headings, lists, code blocks, and special blocks
Table of Contents - Automatically generated from headings using [TOC]

Special Content Blocks

The documentation supports special alert blocks for important information:

Critical Security Warnings

Critical security warnings and dangerous operations

Important warnings and cautions

General information and tips

Success messages and positive confirmations

Additional notes and supplementary information

Helpful tips and best practices

Cautions and important notices

Important information that requires attention

Search and Filters

Using the Search Bar

The search functionality allows you to quickly find relevant documentation:

Keyword Search - Type keywords related to your question
Full-Text Search - Searches through all documentation content
Instant Results - Results appear as you type

Filtering Documentation

Use filters to narrow down your search:

By Tag - Filter documentation by tags (e.g., installation, security, api)
By Category - Browse by documentation category
By Date - Find recently updated documentation
By Author - Filter by documentation author

Search Tips

Search Tips

Use specific keywords for better results
Combine multiple keywords with spaces
Use tags to find related documentation
Check the table of contents in each document for quick navigation

Breadcrumbs

Breadcrumbs show your current location in the documentation hierarchy, making it easy to navigate back to previous sections.

Each documentation page includes an automatically generated table of contents ([TOC]) that lists all headings, allowing you to jump directly to specific sections.

At the end of each guide, you'll find links to related documentation that might be helpful.

Documentation Features

Code Examples

Code examples are provided with syntax highlighting:

// Example PHP code
$user = User::find($id);

// Example JavaScript code
const response = await fetch('/api/users');

Links and References

Internal Links - Link to other documentation pages using relative paths
External Links - Links to external resources open in new tabs
Anchor Links - Jump to specific sections within a document

Images and Media

Documentation includes screenshots, diagrams, and other visual aids to help you understand concepts better.

Best Practices

:::note Best Practices

Start with the Getting Started guide if you're new
Use the search function before asking for help
Check the troubleshooting guide for common issues
Bookmark frequently used documentation pages

Contributing to Documentation

If you find errors or want to improve the documentation:

Report issues on Flatboard
Suggest improvements via thread request forum
Share feedback on the Support Forum

Last Updated: December 10, 2025