Understanding Inline Editing Entry Points on Public Pages

Recognizing when inline editing is available on a public page

Inline editing in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform only appears when you are signed in with an account that has permission to edit website content. If you open the homepage, a services page, a company type page, or an ERP app page as a regular visitor, you will only see the public content. The page looks normal, and there are no editing buttons, hover controls, or editing panels.

When editing is available, the clearest sign is the page-level Edit action at the top of the page. You may also notice a website editing toolbar or other on-page controls that do not appear for public visitors. These controls tell you that you are still looking at the live website, but you now have permission to change what is on the screen.

This is an important difference from working in admin pages such as Dashboard, Content, Services, Pricing, or SEO. Inline editing starts directly from the public page you are viewing. You do not begin in a separate form or back-office list. Instead, you open the actual page, switch into editing mode, and work on the content in place.

If you already reviewed Deciding When to Use Inline Editing or Admin Pages, use that guidance here: inline editing is best when you want to update visible page content exactly where it appears. That includes headings, paragraphs, buttons, images, and section layout on public-facing pages.

Starting page editing from the main Edit control

Use the main Edit control when you want to make changes across a full page, not just one line of text. This is the most reliable entry point because it switches the page from normal browsing into website editing mode.

1. Open the public page you want to update, such as the homepage, an ERP app page, or a company type detail page.
2. Look at the top of the page for the Edit button.
3. Click Edit to enter website editing mode.

After you click Edit, the page changes from browse mode to editable mode. You are still on the live page, but the content becomes interactive. Text areas can be selected, images can be clicked for media actions, and page sections show hover controls for layout changes. This is the point where Sherkety ERP & Website Platform stops behaving like a visitor page and starts behaving like a page builder.

You will usually see two editing areas working together:

• On-page controls let you click directly on text, buttons, images, and sections.
• A right-side panel shows settings for the item or section you selected.

For example, if you click inside a heading, you can edit the words on the page. If you click a section background or block area, the right-side panel may show options related to that section’s appearance or arrangement. If you hover over a section, handles may appear for moving, duplicating, or removing it.

Use the main Edit control whenever you expect to make several changes in one session. It gives you access to all inline tools at once instead of trying to edit one item at a time.

Editing content directly from on-page text and media controls

Once you are in editing mode, the fastest way to update page content is to click directly on what you want to change. This works especially well for headings, paragraphs, button labels, and images already placed on the page.

1. Click inside a text area, such as a heading, paragraph, or button label.
2. Place the cursor where you want to change the wording.
3. Type your update directly on the page.
4. Select text if you want formatting options to appear.

When you highlight text, a small formatting toolbar may appear near the selected words. Depending on the content, this toolbar can include options for text style, emphasis, or links. Use these controls when you want to adjust how the text looks or where a button or linked phrase sends visitors.

Images and other media areas work differently. Instead of typing into them, click the image or media area to reveal its available actions. You may see options to replace the visual or edit that media item without leaving the page. This is useful when updating banners, section illustrations, or promotional graphics while keeping the rest of the section in place.

It helps to separate content editing from block editing:

• Click inside text when you want to change wording only.
• Click an image area when you want to replace or adjust the visual.
• Use block handles when you want to move, duplicate, or remove the entire section.

If your goal is only to update copy, direct editing is usually faster than opening broader section settings. For multilingual work, pair this with Editing Multilingual Content in the Editor.

Using block and section handles to edit page structure

Direct text editing changes the content inside a section. Block and section handles are for changing the page structure itself. Use them when you want to rearrange the layout, duplicate an existing section, remove a section, or add a new one.

1. Move your pointer over a section or content block on the page.
2. Wait for the hover controls or block handles to appear.
3. Choose the action you need, such as move, duplicate, or delete.
4. Click the section itself if you want to open its settings in the right-side panel.

These handles usually appear around the edge of a block or section rather than inside the text. That helps you avoid accidentally editing words when your real goal is to work with the whole content area. For example, if you want to move a testimonial section higher on the homepage, use the section handle instead of clicking into the paragraph text.

When a section is selected, the editor sidebar on the right can show options related to that section’s setup. This is where you work on broader presentation choices such as layout, background, or visibility. These controls are different from the floating text toolbar because they affect the whole section, not just one sentence or button label.

To add new content, open the Blocks or Snippets panel and choose the section you want to place on the page. You can then drop it into the live layout where it fits best. This is the right entry point when you are building out a page, not just polishing existing wording.

For more detailed section work, see Using Section and Footer Edit Controls and Editing Footer and Shared Website Sections Inline.

Knowing which entry point to use for each kind of change

When several editing controls are available on the same page, choose the one that matches the change you need. This saves time and helps you avoid opening the wrong panel or changing more than intended.

Use the main Edit button when you need full website editing mode. This is the best starting point if you plan to review several sections, update multiple items, or combine text, image, and layout changes in one pass. It gives you access to the right-side panel, block handles, and direct on-page editing tools together.

Use direct text selection when the content is already in the correct place and only the wording needs attention. This is ideal for:

• Headings
• Paragraph text
• Button labels
• Short calls to action

Use image or media controls when the layout is fine but the visual needs to change. This works well for hero banners, service illustrations, promotional graphics, and section images. Click the media area itself rather than the surrounding section so you update the visual without affecting the block structure.

Use block or section handles when the page layout needs to change. Choose this entry point when you want to:

• Move a section up or down
• Duplicate a section to reuse its design
• Delete an entire snippet
• Open section-level settings
• Add or reorganize page blocks

A simple way to decide is this:

If you are unsure, start with Edit and then choose the on-page control that matches the item you selected.

Fixing common problems when edit controls do not appear

If you open a public page in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform and do not see the Edit button or any on-page editing controls, the most common reason is that you are not viewing the page with the right account or in the right session.

Check these points first:

• Make sure you are signed in with a user account that has website editing rights, such as an administrator or content editor account.
• Confirm that you are viewing the actual public website page while signed in, not a separate logged-out browser window.
• Avoid checking in an incognito or private browsing window if that window does not carry your signed-in session.
• Reopen the page from your normal website navigation after signing in.

Some pages are managed through website editing tools, while others may be better maintained from admin screens such as Content, Services, Pricing, SEO, or Settings. If a page does not show inline editing controls, it may not be the kind of page that supports direct on-page editing. In that case, use the guidance from Choosing Between Inline Editing and Admin Pages.

If the controls should be there but still do not appear:

1. Refresh the page.
2. Return to the page from the website menu or homepage.
3. Click back into the page again while staying signed in.
4. Check whether the page loads normally before trying to edit.

You may also notice temporary loading or error states while the page is opening. If the page content has not fully loaded, editing controls may not appear immediately. For related behavior, see Understanding Loading Placeholders Empty States and Errors.

Overview

Inline editing entry points in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform are the visible ways authorized users begin changing content directly on public pages. The most important entry point is the top-page Edit button, which switches the page into website editing mode. After that, the page exposes more specific controls based on what you click: text becomes editable in place, images show media actions, and sections reveal handles for layout changes.

This matters because the same page can behave in two very different ways. For visitors, the homepage, services pages, ERP app pages, and company type pages are read-only. For signed-in editors, those same pages can become editable workspaces. You are not leaving the live page to fill out a separate form. Instead, you are editing the content where it appears, which makes it easier to spot wording issues, spacing problems, or outdated visuals immediately.

The main entry points covered in this guide are:

• The Edit button for entering full page editing mode
• Direct text selection for changing headings, paragraphs, and button labels
• Media controls for replacing images and visuals
• Block and section handles for moving, duplicating, deleting, or configuring sections

If you need detailed help with what to do after entering the editor, use these related guides:

• Editing Content Directly From the Website
• Updating Homepage and Public Sections With Inline Tools
• Using Live Preview to Check Page Updates

This guide is meant to help you recognize the correct starting point before you make the change.

Prerequisites

Before you can use inline editing entry points on a public page in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, make sure the basics are in place. If any of these are missing, the Edit button and on-page controls may not appear.

• You must be signed in to the admin side of Sherkety ERP & Website Platform.
• Your user account must have permission to edit website content. In practice, this usually means an administrator or content editor role.
• You need to open an editable public page, such as a website page that supports on-page content updates.
• The page must finish loading normally before editing controls can appear.
• You should be working in your regular signed-in browser session, not a separate logged-out or private window.

It also helps to know what kind of change you plan to make before you start:

• For wording changes, be ready to click directly into text.
• For image updates, identify the exact visual you want to replace.
• For layout changes, expect to use section handles and the right-side panel.
• For broader content management tasks, you may need an admin page instead of inline editing.

If you have not yet reviewed the earlier inline editing guidance, these documents will help you prepare without repeating the same material here:

• Editing Content Directly From the Website
• Using Section and Footer Edit Controls
• Deciding When to Use Inline Editing or Admin Pages

From here, continue with Validating Saving and Reviewing Content Changes when you are ready to confirm your edits and check the final result.