Is the generated code compatible with the latest Umbraco versions?

The skill is configured to fetch the latest official documentation from Umbraco's docs site before generating code, ensuring compatibility with the current extension registry.

What is an Entity Create Option Action in Umbraco?

It is a specific extension type in the Umbraco backoffice that adds customizable choices to the creation dialog, allowing developers to define unique creation workflows for specific entity types.

Can I use this skill to open modals during creation?

Yes, the skill provides implementation patterns for the Umbraco Modal Manager, allowing your create action to trigger a custom UI dialog before completing the task.

Does this skill help with routing?

Yes, it supports scenarios where the create option needs to navigate the user to a specific URL or workspace instead of executing a background command.

Umbraco Entity Create Option Actions

Name: Umbraco Entity Create Option Actions
Author: umbraco

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Content Management

Streamlines the implementation of custom creation paths and options within the Umbraco CMS backoffice.

About

This skill empowers developers to extend the Umbraco CMS backoffice by adding specialized creation options to entities. It automates the production of manifest files and TypeScript action classes based on the Umbraco extension registry, allowing users to choose between different creation methods, launch custom modal dialogs, or navigate to specific workspaces. By integrating with official documentation, it ensures that your Umbraco extensions follow the latest architectural patterns for entity actions and foundation services.

Key Features

Generates compliant Umbraco manifest files for entityCreateOptionAction types
Supports URL-based navigation for specialized creation workspaces
Implements TypeScript action classes extending UmbEntityCreateOptionActionBase
Automates entity-specific configuration including icons, labels, and weights
Integrates with Umbraco Modal Manager for interactive creation workflows
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Use Cases

Adding a 'Create with Template' option to existing Umbraco entity types
Launching a custom wizard-style modal for complex entity initialization
Providing specialized creation paths for different user roles or entity categories

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add umbraco/umbraco-cms-backoffice-skills umbraco-entity-create-option-action

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