What is a Node?
Before we begin:
A Node in PlusCMS is simply a piece of content (e.g. a page, news item, event, or resource).
Every item you create using a content type is a node.
What is a Node Queue?
A Node Queue is a way to create a manually controlled list of content.
It allows you to:
Choose exactly which content appears
Control the order it is shown
Limit how many items are displayed
👉 This is useful when you want full editorial control, rather than relying on automatic listings.
When should I use a Node Queue?
You should create a Node Queue when:
You want to curate specific content
You are building a campaign or landing page
You need content displayed in a specific order
You don’t want content to update automatically
Example:
A homepage section showing 6 selected resources in a specific order
Before You Start (Permissions)
To create and manage Node Queues, your user role must have the following permissions:
Manipulate Nodequeue
→ Add/remove content from a queueAdminister Nodequeue
→ Create and manage queues (non-reserved only)Create, update and delete nodequeues (non-reserved)
👉 If you cannot see or use Node Queues, contact your administrator.
Where to Find Node Queues
Go to:
Admin → Structure → Nodequeue
Default Node Queues (Already Set Up)
Your site may already include these:
Featured events
Featured news
Featured opportunities
Featured past events
Featured resources
These are automatically populated when content is marked as Featured.
👉 You typically don’t need to create new queues if these already meet your needs.
Creating a New Node Queue
Step 1: Create the Queue
Go to:
Admin → Structure → NodequeueClick Add nodequeue
Fill in:
Title
→ Use a clear name (e.g. Homepage Campaign Cards)Queue size
Enter a number to limit items (e.g. 6)
Leave as 0 for unlimited
Click Save
Step 2: Important Settings (Keep It Simple)
You’ll see additional options.
For most cases:
✅ Enforce Uniqueness → keep this checked
(prevents duplicate content)Leave all other settings as default
Click Save
Step 3: Choose Content Types
Select which content types can be added, for example:
News
Events
Resources
Pages
👉 Only selected types will be available later.
Click Save
Adding Content to Your Queue
Step 4: Add and Order Content
Click:
Manage queue – [Your Queue Name]Add content:
Search and select pages to include
Reorder items:
Drag and drop into your preferred order
Click Save
👉 The order here = the order shown on your website
Using a Node Queue on a Page
Node Queues are typically used with Collection Cards.
Step 5: Display Your Queue
When adding a Collection Cards section:
Select Use Node Queue
Choose your queue
Configure layout:
Cards per row (3 or 4)
Number of rows
Optional title
Optional “View All” link
👉 Important:
Collection Cards = controls layout
Node Queue = controls content + order
Setting a Limit (Optional)
If you set a queue size (e.g. 6 items):
Adding a 7th item will automatically remove one
By default, the oldest item is removed
👉 This helps keep content fresh without manual cleanup
Editing a Node Queue Later
To update your content:
Go to:
Structure → NodequeueClick Manage queue
Add, remove, or reorder items
Click Save
👉 Changes update everywhere the queue is used
How Default Queues Work (Important)
For built-in queues (e.g. Featured content):
Content is added automatically
When you mark content as Featured, it is:
Added to the queue
Placed at the top
👉 These queues are not manually curated in the same way
Key Things to Remember
Node Queues give you full control
You decide what content appears
Drag and drop controls order
Queue size can limit items automatically
Works best with Collection Cards
Default queues may already meet your needs