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title: "Flyer Board Portal"
slug: "flyer-board-portal"
status: "new"
updated: 2026-07-21T20:47:58Z
published: 2026-07-21T20:47:58Z
canonical: "knowledge.technolutions.net/flyer-board-portal"
stale: true
---

> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://knowledge.technolutions.net/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Flyer Board Portal

Use this example to create a digital flyer board in Slate. The example uses a portal to display rotating flyers and event information, a form to collect flyer submissions, the File Library to store flyer files, and form communications to notify staff when a submission needs review.

This proof of concept can support campus activities, athletics, engagement offices, or other teams that need a shared display for timely campus information.

## Try Slate examples 💼

Copy these [Suitcase](https://knowledge.technolutions.net/docs/en/suitcase) IDs and paste them in **Database → Suitcase Import** to import the example portal and form.

#### Flyer Board portal

```SuitcaseID
07b24ad0-85f4-49b6-ab47-0291dec62c57:slate-success-showcase
```

#### Flyer Board form

```SuitcaseID
2965195f-db25-40f8-9c0a-efc54bc7d578:slate-success-showcase
```

> [!TIP]
> ⭐ Get Inspired
> 
> This article was adapted from [a post by Technolutions staff](https://community.technolutions.net/get-inspired/post/flyer-board-what-s-old-is-new-again-k8PrZmQFLivRe40) in the Slate Community Forums' Get Inspired space. Have a great idea for a Get Inspired post? [Let us know](https://community.technolutions.net/get-inspired/new?post_type=gnHx7As1gZ8r6Ld)!

## How the example works

The Flyer Board portal is designed as a digital display for flyers, events, weather, athletics, dining, shuttle schedules, or other campus content. In the source example, the portal uses one query, one view, and two instruction blocks: the active Flyer Board block and an inactive Read Me block with customization notes.

![Flyer Board portal displaying rotating campus flyer and event content](https://cdn.us.document360.io/cd8ea7a6-07f3-4846-a554-627ac016d3e3/Images/Documentation/01-gyx8rZfnr3kAqYNBUmfaz.webp)

## Store flyers in the File Library

The portal displays flyer files stored in the File Library. Staff can update displayed flyers by uploading new files or replacing existing files in the File Library.

> [!TIP]
> ⭐ Best practice
> 
> When the same recurring flyer should stay connected to the portal, keep the file name and reference consistent. Replace the file rather than creating a new unrelated file, then test the portal display.

![File Library showing flyer files used by the Flyer Board portal](https://cdn.us.document360.io/cd8ea7a6-07f3-4846-a554-627ac016d3e3/Images/Documentation/02-74bg8fRbvBBZtuzxxkFD2.webp)

📖 [Uploading a PDF to Slate](https://knowledge.technolutions.net/docs/custom-pdf#uploading-a-pdf-to-slate)

## Collect flyer submissions with a form

The example includes a Flyer Board Collection Form. In the source example, a student submits a club flyer and indicates when it should appear on the board and when it should be removed.

Use the form as a starting point. Update the fields, prompts, instructions, and access controls so the collection process matches your campus workflow.

![Flyer Board Collection Form with fields for flyer submission details](https://cdn.us.document360.io/cd8ea7a6-07f3-4846-a554-627ac016d3e3/Images/Documentation/03-BOOZMYwLwRvBpgiLobqvc.webp)

![Flyer Board form submission example with flyer timing and removal information](https://cdn.us.document360.io/cd8ea7a6-07f3-4846-a554-627ac016d3e3/Images/Documentation/04-7klRhz4wplKm9sLAHFgL0.webp)

## Notify staff for review

Use form communications to notify designated staff when a flyer submission needs review. Staff can then review the submission, upload or replace the file in the File Library, and confirm that the portal display updates correctly.

![Form communication email notifying staff to review a flyer submission](https://cdn.us.document360.io/cd8ea7a6-07f3-4846-a554-627ac016d3e3/Images/Documentation/05-g2J8SN7XG0N2elMLnrkKa.webp)

📖 [Form Communications](https://knowledge.technolutions.net/docs/form-communications)

## Customize before launch

- Review the imported portal query, view, and instruction blocks.
- Update the carousel speed, ticker behavior, included content types, labels, and styling.
- Replace example files with your campus files and confirm that each file loads in the portal.
- Update the collection form fields and confirmation messaging.
- Configure form communications so the right staff receive review notifications.
- Test the portal on the display device or browser that will show the flyer board.

> [!WARNING]
> 📝 Note
> 
> This example is a starting point. Review the imported configuration, file references, and form process carefully before using it for a live public display.

📖 [Portals Overview](https://knowledge.technolutions.net/docs/en/portals-overview)