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Admin Dashboard

This guide explains the admin dashboard and its various components, providing an overview of the key metrics and tools available to administrators.

Accessing the Dashboard​

The dashboard is the default landing page after logging into the admin panel. You can also access it at any time by clicking on the Dashboard link in the sidebar navigation.

Dashboard Overview​

The admin dashboard provides a comprehensive view of the platform's performance, user activity, and content metrics. It's designed to give administrators quick access to important information and insights.

Dashboard Widgets​

The dashboard is composed of several widgets, each providing specific information or functionality:

Account Widget​

Displays your account information, including:

  • Your name and email
  • Role information
  • Quick access to account settings

Platform Stats Overview​

Provides a high-level summary of key platform metrics, such as:

  • Total number of users
  • Total number of comics
  • Total number of chapters
  • Recent registrations

Displays a table of the most popular comics on the platform, including:

  • Comic title
  • Creator
  • View count
  • Popularity trend

Top Genres Chart​

Visualizes the distribution of comics across different genres, helping you understand:

  • Which genres are most popular
  • How genre preferences are distributed
  • Emerging trends in genre popularity

Reads Over Time Chart​

Shows a timeline chart of reading activity on the platform:

  • Daily/weekly/monthly reading trends
  • Peak reading times
  • Comparative reading patterns

Top Earning Comics Table​

Lists the comics generating the most revenue:

  • Comic title
  • Creator
  • Revenue generated
  • Earnings trend

Average Completion Rate Stat​

Displays statistics about how many users complete reading comics they start:

  • Overall completion rate
  • Completion rate trends
  • Comparative completion metrics

Drop-Off Points Table​

Identifies where readers tend to stop reading comics:

  • Chapter numbers where readers drop off
  • Percentage of drop-offs at each point
  • Comparative drop-off data

Pending Reviews Stat​

Shows the number of content items awaiting review:

  • Total pending reviews
  • Age of oldest pending review
  • Review queue status

Most Commented Comics Table​

Lists comics with the highest engagement in terms of comments:

  • Comic title
  • Comment count
  • Recent comment activity
  • Engagement trends

Recent Comments Table​

Displays the most recent comments across the platform:

  • Comment content
  • User information
  • Comic/chapter reference
  • Timestamp

Using Dashboard Data​

The dashboard data can be used to:

  1. Monitor Platform Health: Track key metrics to ensure the platform is growing and performing well
  2. Identify Popular Content: Understand which comics and genres are resonating with users
  3. Detect Issues: Quickly spot potential problems like high drop-off rates or declining engagement
  4. Inform Decision Making: Use data to guide content curation, feature development, and marketing efforts

Best Practices​

  • Regular Monitoring: Check the dashboard regularly to stay informed about platform performance
  • Look for Trends: Pay attention to changes in metrics over time, not just absolute numbers
  • Take Action: Use insights from the dashboard to inform your administrative actions
  • Cross-Reference Data: Combine insights from different widgets for a more complete understanding

Troubleshooting​

If you encounter issues with the dashboard:

  • Refresh the Page: Sometimes a simple refresh can resolve display issues
  • Clear Cache: If widgets aren't updating, try clearing your browser cache
  • Check Permissions: Ensure you have the correct permissions to view all dashboard elements
  • Contact Support: For persistent issues, contact the system administrator