Make edits in the draft version of a Site without them showing in the published version of the site. Once you have finished editing, aligning and managing data, you then publish the draft version. Any changes will then be included in the published version of the site. It is crucial to execute this operation during periods of low website traffic.
A draft version of the site is created when you click Site setup. After completing data management within the draft version, follow these steps to publish a draft site.
Click Publish.
Note: Clicking Exit draft will save your changes, but the draft will not be published.
Click Publish to confirm the edits or Discard draft to delete all edits in the draft version.
Note: Discarding a draft will delete all of the changes, and these changes cannot be restored.
FAQs
Can I make edits to my site without affecting the live version?
Yes. You can make edits in a draft version of your site. These changes will not appear on the published version until you choose to publish the draft.
How is a draft version created?
A draft version is automatically created when you click "Site setup" in your NavVis environment. You can then safely make edits, align data, and manage content.
What kind of edits can I make in the draft version?
You can:
Edit or align spatial data
Adjust site settings
Manage content and configuration — all without affecting the live, published version
How do I publish my draft changes?
Once you're ready to go live with your edits:
Click Publish.
Confirm by clicking Publish again in the confirmation dialog.
Can I save my progress without publishing the draft?
Yes. If you click Exit draft, your changes will be saved in the draft version, but they won’t be visible on the published site until you choose to publish.
What happens if I click Discard draft?
Clicking Discard draft will permanently delete all changes made in the draft version. ⚠️When is the best time to publish the draft? These changes cannot be restored.
When is the best time to publish the draft?
To minimize disruption, it is recommended to publish during periods of low website traffic.
Can multiple people edit a draft at the same time?
For consistency and to avoid conflicts, it’s best to have one person manage and publish the draft at a time.