example-single-link.md

Implement a single link data property featuring a thumbnail

If you haven't already, please read the guide on how to create a collection property before continuing.

Inherit LinkData

Repeat or reuse the steps on inheriting from LinkData from the previous guide.

Create a property definition

Create a property definition that inherits from PropertyLinkData using your LinkData implementation as a generic type parameter.

[PropertyDefinitionTypePlugIn(DisplayName = "Link with thumbnail", GUID = "256acbba-100b-4f60-8e2b-08b399036228")]
public class PropertyThumbnail : PropertyLinkData<ThumbnailLinkData>
{

}

Define a property on another content model

Define a new property with LinkDataCollection<ThumbnailLinkData> on content. The backing type will resolve automatically.

[CultureSpecific]
[Display(Name = "Thumbnail link", Order = 240)]
public virtual ThumbnailLinkData Thumbnail { get; set; }