The Default Web Author Console that is provided by MCMS appears as a green box of links neatly arranged in a single-column table. More often than not, you can complete construction of your website using the Default Console. However, given the demanding nature of today's sites, we can think of a few situations where you may want to customize it:
You have been asked to get the Web Author Console to blend in with the rest of the website. The green border and font type clashes with the well-coordinated colors used elsewhere.
The Default Console is taking up too much screen space.
Authors of your site have sent feedback that the choices presented on the console are confusing. They want a simpler interface with fewer buttons.
Authors have complained that there are too many steps involved in the creation of a page. They want the Web Author Console to bypass the selection of template galleries and templates and jump straight to the creation of a posting...