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Managing Extensions in AbanteCart (Extensions Grid)

AbanteCart includes a powerful extension system, allowing you to easily add new features and services to your store. This is crucial in today's rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape. Extensions are essentially plugin modules consisting of files and configurations. You manage uploaded extensions on the "All Extensions" page

Key Features of the Extensions Grid:

• List of All Extensions: The grid displays all uploaded and installed extensions, including their names, id, category, and statuses (enabled or disabled).

• Filtering and Sorting: You can often refine the list by extension type (e.g., shipping, payment) or by extension id and sort by name, and status. This helps you quickly find the extension you're looking for.

• Enabling/Disabling Extensions: You can easily enable or disable extensions directly from the grid. Disabling an extension deactivates its functionality without uninstalling it which still may load some extension code.

• Configuration: Each extension typically has an "Edit" button that takes you to the extension's settings page. This is where you can customize the extension's options and integrate it with your store.

• Uninstalling Extensions: You can uninstall extensions directly from the grid. This will not remove the extension's files and configurations from your store. Note: Be cautious when uninstalling extensions, as this action cannot be undone easily. Always back up your store before uninstalling extensions as this may have additional functionality uninstalled like Blocks, Themes, or Order Totals.

Certain extensions, like Banner Manager and Form Manager, are often essential for the core functionality and design of your AbanteCart store and should generally be kept enabled.

Creating a new extension for AbanteCart requires a good understanding of the platform's architecture and coding standards. If you have programming experience, particularly with PHP, JavaScript, and potentially other web technologies, you can develop your own AbanteCart extension. If you don't have the necessary technical skills or if you need a complex extension developed, hiring a professional development team is often the best option.