Recent Gadget

In this module, you will learn about the Recent Gadget in Optimizely CMS. This gadget provides quick access to the content items you have most recently worked on or visited. It is designed to save time when switching between tasks, without the need to retrace your steps through the navigation structure.

After completing this module, you should be able to:

• Explain the purpose of the Recent Gadget.
• Use the gadget to navigate back to previously visited content.
• Understand how the gadget supports faster, more efficient workflows.

Purpose of the Gadget

The Recent Gadget is a time-saving navigation tool that displays a list of your most recently visited content items. Instead of browsing through the navigation pane again, you can jump directly back to the pages, blocks, or forms you were just editing or reviewing.

Key Features

• Quick Access: Displays a list of the most recent content items you interacted with.
• Efficient Navigation: Allows you to move back and forth between items without reopening the navigation pane.
• Task Continuity: Helps you quickly resume work if you’re switching between multiple content areas.

Example Use Cases

• If you’ve been editing a new form container and then checked a page, you can switch back without searching again.
• If you want to return to a frequently visited content item, the gadget makes it possible in just one click.

Best Practices

• Use the Recent Gadget when working across multiple items in short succession.
• Rely on it to maintain workflow continuity while avoiding unnecessary clicks in the navigation pane.
• Combine it with the Navigation Gadget for a balance of quick access and structured navigation.

To see the Recent Gadget in action, check out this demo: