Content Organization
Version 2.1 by Eleni Cojocariu on 2026/01/07 14:54
Content
Explanation
There are two ways of organizing your content in XWiki:
- Using nested Pages.
- Using Wikis. Inside each Wiki, you can organize your content using nested Pages.
Here are the key differences between the two:
| Aspect | Nested Pages | Wikis |
|---|---|---|
| Hierarchy | Pages are organized in a tree-like structure within the same Wiki. | Each Wiki is a separate Wiki with its own users, permissions, custom Applications/Extensions. |
| Permissions | Children Pages can inherit the permission from the parent Page. | Have separate access rights. |
| Scope | Content is grouped under a single Wiki, useful for related topics | Ideal for larger, independent areas, e.g., different projects |
| Navigation | Breadcrumbs and tree macros make it easy to navigate. | Each Wiki has its own top-level navigation. |
| URL structure | /Main/Page1/SubPage | /wiki/Main/Page1 |
FAQ
How are Nested Pages implemented?
Technically, a Nested Page is implemented as a Space (specifically, a WebHome). Users only work with Nested Pages, which hide the fact that they are actually emulated using Nested Spaces. This is why the concept of Nested Spaces still exists in XWiki.
What is a Nested Space?
A Nested Space is a Space that has another Space as its parent.
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