Installation

System Requirements

• Joomla: Joomla 5.x or Joomla 6.x
• PHP: PHP 8.1 or newer recommended
• Content Component: Standard Joomla com_content articles and categories

Install the Module

1. Download and unzip SmartContentFilter_UNZIP.zip.
2. Log in to the Joomla administrator area.
3. Go to System > Install > Extensions.
4. Upload and install the mod_smartcontentfilter_*.zip file from the package.
5. Open Content > Site Modules.
6. Find Smart Content Filter (or create New > Smart Content Filter) and open the module.
7. Set the module status to Published.
8. Select a template position that exists in your template.
9. Assign the module to the required menu items.
10. Save the module and refresh the frontend.

After Installation

Select one or more Joomla article categories under Content Source. If no category is selected, the module can display articles from all accessible content categories.

For development and testing, disable module caching while adjusting styles so changes appear immediately.