Error

Why Isn't My Module Showing Up Correctly?

Cause

There are actually many different reasons that your module is not showing up properly. It's nearly impossible for anyone to say exactly what the problem is without a detailed description. However, I'm giving it a shot..

Solution

1.) The first thing you should do is check and make sure the module is published. You can do this by going to:

Joomla! backend --> Extensions --> Module Manager

This area displays all modules currently installed on your site. Next to each module name, there are several symbols. The first is a either a green check mark, or a red X. The green check mark means that the module is enabled (published). Logically, the red X would indicate that the module is disabled (unpublished). Check to see if that module you are missing is published by checking to see which indicator is present. If the module is not enabled, you can toggle its enabled state by simply clicking the indicator icon. Check to see if the module is visible on the front end of your website..

2.) If the module is published, but still not visible, then you should check to make sure that the module is published in a position supported by the template. The easiest way to do this is by typing this into your browser:.

http://www.yoursite.com/index.php?tp=1

What will happen is your current template will be displayed with gray boxes with names. Each name represents a position. If you go back to the Module Manager, click on the name of the module that you are having problems with. On the left, under the Details area, there is a drop box labeled Position. Clicking the drop arrow on the box will give you a selection of all the positions available to you. Using the template chart you looked at earlier, you can select the corresponding position to the positions listed here. Once you have the correct position selected, you can save the module and you will be redirected back to the Module Manager.

3.) There is one other possible solution, if after checking both previous solutions you are still having problems. That is, that the module is assigned to certain menu items. You can check this by going to the Module Manger, and opening the module configuration by clicking on the module's name. Near the bottom of the page there is an area entitled Menu Assignment. Click the radio button at the top of this area marked 'all'. This will display the module on all menu items. Save the module and check the front end of your site for results.