What is 'portlet' in SAP EP-PIN-GP - Global Portal?

portlet - Overview

• Component: EP-PIN-GP

• Component Name: Global Portal

• Description: An industry term referring to a display component or unit on a Web-based portal that allows users to access and interact with an information source or application at runtime. In SAP NetWeaver Portal, portlets are referred to as iViews.

portlet - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A portlet is a small application that is embedded within a larger portal page. It is part of the Enterprise Portal Platform (EP-PIN-GP Global Portal) and provides users with access to specific information or services. Portlets are typically used to display dynamic content such as news, weather, stock quotes, and other real-time data.
  How to Use It: 
  Portlets can be added to a portal page by dragging and dropping them from the Portal Content Catalog. Once added, they can be customized to display the desired content or services. Additionally, portlets can be configured to display different content based on user preferences or roles.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When adding portlets to a portal page, it is important to consider the layout of the page and how the portlets will fit together. Additionally, it is important to consider how the portlets will interact with each other and how they will affect the overall performance of the page.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on portlets and how they are used in the Enterprise Portal Platform (EP-PIN-GP Global Portal), please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide tutorials and tips for using portlets in SAP applications.