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Creating a New Community in KTH Data Repository

Warning

If you encounter a permission denied error while attempting to create new communities, it is because this feature is limited to users with specific roles. Please reach out to your system administrator for further information.

In the KTH Data Repository, a community is a curated space where users can gather, organize, and manage related records under a common theme, project, or organizational scope. Communities provide a structured way to showcase collections of records, facilitate collaboration, and promote discoverability by grouping similar content together. They can also control access and visibility to align with the needs of specific user groups or privacy requirements. This guide outlines the steps to create a new community.

Prerequisites

  • Admin or community creation privileges.

Steps to Create a New Community

  • Apply for a Community Creator Role
    Ensure you have applied for the community creator role through the application process at kth.se/rdm-repository.

  • Read and Accept Community Manager Responsibilities

    Note

    Before proceeding, ensure that you have read and accepted the responsibilities associated with managing a community. As a community manager, you are responsible for the content, membership, and compliance of the community with repository policies.

  • Login to the KTH Data Repository
    Navigate to the login page and enter your credentials. Ensure you have the required permissions to create communities.

  • Go to the Communities Section
    From the main dashboard, click on the "Communities" tab in the navigation menu.

  • Create a New Community
    Click on the "Create New Community" button. This will open a form where you can input details about your community.

  • Community name: Provide a unique name for your community.
  • Identifier: This is your community's unique identifier. You will be able to access your community through the URL format https://rdm-site.se/communities/.
  • Community visibility: Choose whether your community is publicly accessible and appears in search results, or restricted to users with specific access if you select "Restricted".

Next Steps

After creating your community, consider the following actions:

  • Add records to your community.
  • Invite other users to join and contribute.
  • Customize the community’s appearance, if desired.