Bulk edit content Module group_work

What does this module do?
It lets editors search Jahia content with multiple criteria, select matching items, and apply bulk updates from a single screen.

Where can I access it?
In jContent, under Content Tools, as Bulk edit content.

What can I search on?
You can search by text, path, content type, publication status, author, language, publication date, creation date, and last modification date.

Do I need to select a content type first?
Yes. Content type is required because the module uses it to load the editable properties available for display and bulk update.

What can be updated in bulk?
The module supports standard properties, tags, and categories.

Can I choose which properties appear in the result table?
Yes. After selecting a content type, you can choose the properties to display. Tags and category support are always available in the bulk edit panel.

Can I update internationalized properties?
Yes. Internationalized properties are updated using the selected language.

Can I update tags and categories on content that does not already have them?
Yes. The module automatically adds the required Jahia mixins before updating tags or categories when needed.

Can I clear only one date filter block without resetting the whole search form?
Yes. Each date block has its own Clear action.

Does the module update all search results automatically?
No. You must explicitly select the rows that will receive the bulk update.

Is there a confirmation step before execution?
Yes. A confirmation dialog summarizes the selected items and values before the bulk update is executed.

What happens if some items fail during execution?
The module reports partial success and returns execution errors for failed nodes.

Are categories taken from the Jahia category tree?
Yes. Categories are loaded from /sites/systemsite/categories.

Is the module available per site?
Yes. It is installed as a Jahia module and used within the context of the current site in jContent.

Which Jahia version is supported?
The module is designed for Jahia DX 8 / Jahia v8 environments.

How do I install it?
Build with mvn clean package, deploy the generated bundle to Jahia, install the module on the site, then open it from Content Tools in jContent.

How To Install

1. Build the module:

mvn clean package

2. Take the generated bundle from:
   target

3. Deploy the .jar to your Jahia DX 8 instance:

   • either from Jahia Module Manager
   • or by copying it to your deployment location if your environment supports filesystem deployment

4. Install the module on the target site in Jahia.

5. Open jContent and go to:

   • Content Tools
   • Bulk edit content

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