The Links Panel in Capable for Confluence is a powerful feature that helps users quickly find and navigate to relevant links within a document without needing to read through the entire content. This is particularly useful for large documents with numerous external references or internal links, making it easier to access specific resources directly:
Efficient Navigation: Quickly locate the links embedded within a page, saving time and effort in searching for specific resources.
Better Context: The Links Panel displays not just the URL, but also the page titles from the linked websites, providing immediate context about the link's destination.
Streamlined Workflow: Ideal for lengthy documents, research papers, or project plans where multiple references are provided, the Links Panel allows you to jump to relevant resources with a single click.
How It Works
When you open the Links Panel from the top of a page, you’ll see a list of all the links included in the document, as shown in the screenshot. The panel presents these links in a searchable format, displaying the title of the linked page along with its URL, making it easier to identify the right resource.
For example, if you’re working on a marketing strategy document and need to reference a specific fire-starting kit vendor, the Links Panel can show you all relevant external links in the document, such as links to fire-starting kits from different vendors. This feature is particularly useful in scenarios like:
Market Research: If you’ve linked to several competitor websites or research articles, the Links Panel allows you to quickly find and compare these resources without needing to manually search through the entire document.
Project Documentation: In project plans that include multiple external references, the Links Panel lets you jump directly to each resource, ensuring you don’t miss important information.
Educational Resources: For instructional guides or educational materials with numerous external links, the Links Panel offers a quick way to navigate between different learning resources.
How to Use the Links Panel
Access the Links Panel
When viewing a Confluence page, click on 'Capable' at the top of the page
Click on the links item in the menu
Search for a Link
Use the search bar within the Links Panel to find a specific link by entering keywords related to the title or content of the link.
The search results will filter based on your input, making it easy to locate the exact link you need.
Review Link Titles
Each link in the panel is accompanied by the page title from the linked website, giving you a preview of the destination without having to click through.
This title helps you determine the relevance of the link to your current needs.
Navigate to the Link
Once you’ve found the link you need, simply click on it to be taken directly to the external website or internal Confluence page.
This allows for quick and efficient navigation, especially in documents with numerous references.
The Links Panel is a simple yet effective tool for enhancing the usability of your Confluence pages, making it easier for readers to find and access the resources they need.