Overview
Parameters:HEADER_ALIGN
Category: Custom
Default value: "left"
Product: eTASK.Other (Custom)
What does this parameter do?
HEADER_ALIGN controls the alignment of the portal header in the eTASK system. The parameter determines whether the portal information (such as username, client) is displayed on the left side and the company logo appears on the right, or vice versa. This allows for flexible customization of the header to match corporate design guidelines.
What is this parameter used for?
Customization of the visual alignment of the portal header
Display of the header in accordance with corporate design
Flexible positioning of portal information and company logo
Accounting for reading directions (e.g., for internationally active organizations)
Improved user-friendliness through a familiar layout
Technical Details (for Administrators)
Format: Text string (alignment value)
Default value: "left" (Left alignment)
Valid values:
"left"= Header is left-aligned (portal information on the left, logo on the right)"right"= Header is right-aligned (portal information on the right, logo on the left)
Important notes:
The value is processed in lowercase (case-insensitive)
Invalid values automatically result in the default value "left"
The arrangement of header elements is dynamically adjusted when the page is loaded
Affects only the visual display, not functional aspects
An additional CSS class "siteHeaderTitleRight" is added when right-aligned
When should you change this value?
Set the value to "right" (right alignment) if:
The corporate design requires right alignment
The company logo is to be positioned on the left
The organization operates in countries where text is read from right to left
Visual differentiation from other systems is desired
Specific design guidelines require it
Leave the value set to "left" (left alignment) if:
The default alignment meets the requirements
There are no specific design requirements
The familiar layout should be retained
A left-to-right reading direction is preferred
Important Notes
Visual change only
The change affects only the header’s appearance. Functions, access, and permissions remain unchanged.Automatic fallback logic
If an invalid value is entered, the system automatically uses the default value "left". No error message is displayed.CSS class adjustment
When right-aligned, the CSS class "siteHeaderTitleRight" is automatically added, which applies additional styling adjustments.No re-login required
The change takes effect the next time the page is loaded. Users do not need to log in again.Compatibility with other design parameters
The parameter works in conjunction with other design settings such as URLLINKLOGO (logo URL) and the portal graphics settings.
Security
Does changing this parameter affect security?
No, this parameter is purely visual and has no direct impact on the security of the system.
Practical example
Initial situation: Your company has introduced a new corporate design. The design department requests that the company logo be displayed on the left side of the portal instead of the right to ensure consistency with other company systems.
Configuration: - HEADER_ALIGN = "right"
After the change:
The next time the page is loaded, the company logo appears on the left
The portal information (username, client, etc.) is displayed on the right
The CSS class "siteHeaderTitleRight" is automatically applied
The header elements are arranged in reverse order
The design now complies with corporate design guidelines
Result: The portal header is now right-aligned and blends seamlessly into the uniform look and feel of the company’s applications. Employees experience a consistent design across all systems.
Alternative scenarios:
Scenario A – International Focus:
The organization operates in Arab countries (right-to-left reading direction)
HEADER_ALIGN = "right" for better readability
Logo on the left corresponds to the familiar layout
Scenario B – Temporary change:
The orientation is being tested during a rebranding process
Based on user feedback, a decision is made on which alignment to retain
Easy to revert by changing to "left"
Recommended setting
For standard installations:"left"(Left alignment, default)
Reason:
Corresponds to the customary reading direction in Western countries
The default layout is familiar to most users
No specific design requirements necessitate a change
Exceptions (right alignment):
Set HEADER_ALIGN to "right" if corporate design requires it
When operating in countries with a right-to-left reading direction
If left-aligned logo positioning is desired
For specific brand requirements
Tip: Test both alignments with a user group before deploying the change to production. The choice should align with your organization’s visual identity and support usability.