Understanding the Interface

If you are new to Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, the interface may look busy at first. The good news is that most pages follow the same layout. Once you understand the main areas, it becomes much easier to move around with confidence.

This guide gives you a quick visual tour of the most important interface parts, including the sidebar, header, breadcrumbs, search, and notifications.

The Main Areas of the Screen

In Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, most pages are organized into a few familiar areas:

Sidebar on the side of the page
Header across the top
Breadcrumbs near the top of the main content
Main content area in the center
Search and quick access tools in the top area
Notifications that appear when something happens

Each area helps you do a different kind of task.

The sidebar is the main navigation area for signed-in users.

The sidebar helps you move between major sections of Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, such as:

Dashboard
Website content
Services
Pricing
SEO information
Site settings
User management

Depending on your role, you may see more or fewer items.

How to use it

Use the sidebar when you want to:

open a different section
return to an area you use often
move from one management page to another

On smaller screens, the sidebar may be hidden until you open the menu. This helps keep the page easier to read.

What to expect

Some sidebar items may open directly to a page, while others may expand to show more choices underneath. If you do not see a section you expected, it may be hidden because of your access level.

For more about the main admin starting point, see Admin Dashboard.

The header is the bar across the top of the page.

What the header does

The header usually gives you quick access to common actions and helpful tools. Depending on where you are in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, the header may include:

page title
search
language switcher
theme switcher
notifications
account or profile options

On the public website, the header is also where visitors use the main website navigation.

Public website header

For visitors browsing public pages, the header helps you move to key areas such as services, ERP pages, contact options, and other important sections.

If you want a full guide to website menus, see Using Header Menus and Footer Links and Browsing the Sherkety Public Website.

Admin header

For signed-in users, the header is more focused on quick actions and awareness. It helps you stay oriented while working and gives you access to tools without leaving the page you are on.

Breadcrumbs

Breadcrumbs show where you are inside Sherkety ERP & Website Platform.

What breadcrumbs look like

Breadcrumbs usually appear near the top of the main content area. They show a short path, such as:

Home → Services
Dashboard → Website Content → Homepage
Dashboard → Settings → Users

Why breadcrumbs are helpful

Breadcrumbs help you:

understand your current location
move back to a previous level
avoid getting lost in deeper pages

This is especially useful when you are editing content or moving through several management pages.

For a full guide, see Understanding Breadcrumbs and Page Location.

Search and Quick Finding Tools

Sherkety ERP & Website Platform includes tools that help you find pages and actions faster.

Search

Search is useful when you do not want to click through several menus. You may be able to use it to quickly find:

pages
sections
items
actions

If you already know what you want, search is often the fastest way to get there.

Command search

Some areas include a quick search tool that helps you jump directly to available actions or destinations. This is helpful when you want to move quickly without browsing the full navigation.

Think of it as a shortcut finder inside Sherkety ERP & Website Platform.

Notifications

Notifications are short messages that appear to keep you informed.

What notifications tell you

Notifications may appear when:

something was saved successfully
an action was completed
something needs your attention
there was a problem

These messages help confirm what just happened, so you are not left guessing.

How to use notifications

Always take a quick look at notifications after you save, update, or submit something. A short message can tell you whether the action worked or whether you need to try again.

Some notifications disappear after a moment, so it is best to read them when they appear.

Main Content Area

The main content area is where the page you selected is shown.

What appears here

This is where you will read information, review details, edit content, manage settings, and work with lists or forms.

The content changes based on the section you open from the sidebar, header, or search.

How to stay oriented

When you are in the main content area, use these clues to understand where you are:

the page title in the header
the breadcrumbs near the top
the selected item in the sidebar

Together, these make it easier to know what page you are viewing.

Language and Theme Controls

Sherkety ERP & Website Platform includes simple display controls that improve your browsing experience.

Language switching

If more than one language is available, you can switch languages using the language control. This helps both public visitors and authorized users work in the language they prefer.

For public browsing help, see Browsing the Sherkety Public Website.

Theme switching

The theme switcher lets you change how Sherkety ERP & Website Platform looks, such as using a lighter or darker appearance. This can make reading more comfortable based on your preference.

Other Interface Elements You May Notice

As you continue using Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, you may also see a few other common interface parts.

Pagination

Pagination helps you move through long lists one page at a time. This is common in lists of users, services, or other records.

Date picker

A date picker helps you choose a date from a calendar instead of typing it manually.

Dialogs and side panels

Some actions open in a pop-up window or a slide-out panel. These are used when Sherkety ERP & Website Platform wants to keep you on the current page while showing extra details or asking for confirmation.

Charts, badges, and visual indicators

You may also see colored labels, status markers, or charts. These help you quickly understand information at a glance.

Loading and error messages

Sometimes content takes a moment to appear. You may see loading messages or temporary placeholders while Sherkety ERP & Website Platform prepares the page. If something cannot be shown, an error message may appear instead.

Public Website and Admin Area Differences

Sherkety ERP & Website Platform supports two connected experiences.

Public website

The public website is for visitors who want to:

explore services
compare offerings
learn about ERP modules
read FAQs
contact Sherkety

If you are browsing public pages, the main interface focus is on the website header, menus, page sections, and footer links.

Helpful guides include:

Admin area

The admin area is for authorized users who manage content and settings. Here, the sidebar, header tools, breadcrumbs, and notifications become especially important because they support daily work across many pages.

If you are signed in, you will likely spend most of your time moving between navigation items, checking page location, and confirming actions through notifications.

Simple Tips for First-Time Users

When you first open Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, keep these tips in mind:

Start by looking at the sidebar to see the main sections.
Use the header for quick tools and page-level actions.
Check the breadcrumbs if you are unsure where you are.
Use search when you want to find something quickly.
Watch for notifications after saving or updating anything.
If the screen looks different on mobile, the same tools are usually still available in a collapsed or simplified view.

Where to Go Next

If you want to continue learning how to move around Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, these guides are a good next step: