Introduction
In modern digital workplaces, efficient content management is essential. A SharePoint-based solution was developed to streamline the process of copying site pages across multiple folders, allowing users to organize and distribute content more effectively. This feature leverages a user-friendly interface combined with SharePoint REST APIs for seamless functionality. the goal was to provide SharePoint users with an intuitive and efficient way to copy site pages across different libraries while allowing optional renaming of the copied file. The solution aimed to eliminate manual effort and reduce errors in document organization.
Technologies Used
- SharePoint Framework (SPFx) – For building the SharePoint Application Customizer
- React.js – For creating the UI components.
- TypeScript – For strongly-typed development and better code maintainability.
- SPHttpClient – For making REST API calls to SharePoint.
- Fluent UI – For designing UI components like buttons, panels, dropdowns, and text fields.
A dropdown component enables users to select multiple target folders where the page should be copied. This functionality allows greater flexibility, as users can choose one or more destinations at once. The component supports multi-selection.
To further enhance usability, an input field was provided where users could enter a custom file name for the copied page. If left blank, the original page name is retained. This feature ensures that users can maintain clear naming conventions while avoiding duplicate file conflicts.
A dedicated “Copy Page” button triggers the copying process by making a request to SharePoint’s REST API. The API processes the request, and if successful, the page is duplicated into the selected folders.
Once the copy operation is completed, a success message dynamically displays the outcome. This message includes:
- A confirmation statement showing the new file name and target location.
- Interactive links that allow users to quickly view the copied page and navigate to the target folder.
- A structured layout that adjusts dynamically based on whether one or multiple folders were selected.
