The Resources function allows staff to publish documents, links, and files to parents and other users via d6 Connect. Resources are grouped by category and distributed through communication channels.

My School > Communication > Share documents & information > Resources

How do I add a Resource?

1. Click Add.

2. Select the Category from the drop-down. The category serves as a heading grouping resources in the d6 Connect app.

3. Enter a title and description for the resource.

4. Optionally set an expiry date. If no date is set, the resource displays indefinitely.

5. Select the target Channels (the audience who should see the resource). Multiple channels can be selected.

6. To add a file, click Add to upload from your computer or link to a cloud-hosted file. Multiple attachments are supported up to a total of 25 MB. To add more, publish a second resource. Use PDF format to ensure attachments are accessible to all users.

7. Choose whether to notify users via a news message and/or a push notification, or deselect both to publish silently.

8. Click Save as draft or Publish (if your user rights allow).

• Note: A resource cannot be published to a Dynamic and Own channel simultaneously. To reach both audiences, publish to Dynamic channels first, then repeat the process for the Own channel.

How do I edit, unpublish, delete, or copy a Resource?

• Edit: Highlight or double-click the resource and click Edit. Make changes, choose whether to notify users of the update, and save or publish.

• Unpublish: Highlight the resource and click Unpublish. The entry turns orange to indicate it is unpublished and no longer visible to end-users.

• Delete: Highlight the resource and click Remove. A prompt asks: Do you want to remove the resource globally from all linked channels? Click OK to permanently delete from all channels. If you are viewing a specific channel and cancel the global prompt, a second prompt allows you to remove the resource from the selected channel only.

• Copy: Highlight the resource and click Copy. The copy is titled Copy of [resource name] — rename it manually if needed. Select channels, choose notification options, and save or publish.

• Note: The Edit, Remove, and Copy buttons are disabled until a resource is selected.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a Dynamic and an Own channel?

Dynamic channels are auto-populated based on system criteria. Own channels are manually managed and can include any combination of parents and staff as contacts. A resource cannot be published to both types simultaneously — use an Own channel that includes all parents and staff for the broadest reach.

What file format should I use for attachments?

Use PDF format wherever possible to ensure all users can open the attachment regardless of device or software.

How do I make a resource invisible without deleting it?

Use the Unpublish option. The resource will turn orange in the list and will no longer be visible to end-users, but it can be republished at any time.

Can I limit the visibility period of a resource?

Yes. Set an expiry date when adding the resource. After that date, the resource will no longer display in d6 Connect. Leave the field empty if the resource should remain available indefinitely.