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Read Checklist

Introducing the "Read Checklist" web part, a powerful tool designed to enhance productivity and ensure important information is never missed. This versatile component can be seamlessly added to any page in SharePoint, providing users with a comprehensive list of pages they need to read.

The primary function of the "Read Checklist" web part is to curate a personalized read list for each logged-in user. It intelligently compiles a collection of pages that administrators have defined as pages that must be read. This ensures that users are presented with the most pertinent information, streamlining their workflow and maximizing efficiency. See Read Lists for more information.

But the "Read Checklist" web part goes even further in optimizing the read experience. For articles or pages that have a due date associated with them, this remarkable feature enables users to view the deadline directly within the web part. This convenient visual indicator ensures that users are aware of time-sensitive content and can prioritize their reading accordingly.

By leveraging the power of the "Read Checklist" web part, users can stay organized, focused, and up-to-date with the latest information. No more searching for important pages or worrying about missing crucial deadlines. With this invaluable tool, users can effortlessly manage their read tasks, ensuring that they are always informed and ready to take action.

Streamline your read experience, boost productivity, and never miss a deadline again with the game-changing "Read Checklist" web part. Embrace efficient information management and empower your users to stay on top of their read responsibilities. The Read Checklist enables users to click directly on the article to be read and be directed to the document, article or page to be sighted.

How to use Read Checklist

Adding the Web Part

  1. If you are not already in edit mode, click Edit at the top right of your page.
  2. Click the + icon to add a new web part to your page.
  3. Search for and select Sprocket Read Checklist.
  4. Configure the web part settings using the property pane on the right.

Configuration Options

The Read Checklist web part offers the following configuration settings:

SettingDescriptionOptions/ValuesDefault
Query SourceDetermines which sites to search for read checklist items• This site
• All sites
• All sites within this hub*
This site
Show search filterDisplay a search box to filter checklist itemsOn / OffOn
Only show unread itemsHide items that have already been marked as readOn / OffOff
Hide web part if emptyAutomatically hide the web part when no items are availableOn / OffOff
Maximum number of itemsLimit the number of items displayed in the checklist1 - 1000-
Sort orderField to sort checklist items by• Page Title
• Due Date
• Created Date
• Modified Date
Page Title
Sort directionDirection to sort items• Ascending
• Descending
Ascending

* The "All sites within this hub" option is only available when the current site is part of a SharePoint hub.

Additional Settings

You can also configure the web part title visibility by toggling Show Title in the web part toolbar.