General content 

Also known as: Primary content

The general content component is the backbone of most sites. It is used to build the body of a page, including headers, paragraph text, lists, tables, block quotes and images.

Examples

When to use

For the majority of your content: The general content component is the most-used content type in T4, and houses the main information of a page.

Use this component for any content (text or image) that does not otherwise belong in a card, accordion, hero or modal.

How to use

• Access T4: Go to t4.vcu.edu and navigate to the page you would like to update.
• Select: Use the t4 content type "Plugin - General Content."
• Content: Use the WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) editing box to enter text or add media.
• Style the content: Use the formatting tools in the WYSIWYG to style content as needed,

Tips

• Enhance readability: Break long sections of text into smaller sections with headers, and use bulleted or numbered lists where appropriate.
• Paste without formatting: If copying content from a program like Microsoft Word or Google Docs, use the “Clear Formatting” option in the WYSIWYG menu or press Ctrl+Shift+V to avoid hidden formatting issues.
• Follow guidelines: Refer to the official VCU Brand standards.
  • Editorial style guide
  • Visual identity components (e.g. color, typography)

Requirements

• Name: Provide a name for the general content component.
• Content: Include the text or media content within the WYSIWYG editor.

Accessibility considerations

Ensure all content in the Hero component meets web accessibility standards. This includes creating accessible links with contextual titles and using appropriate heading structures to ensure maximum readability for screen readers.