> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://berkman-klein-center.gitbook.io/commuse/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://berkman-klein-center.gitbook.io/commuse/user-manual/people.md). # People ## **Accessing the People Section** Navigation: Select "People" from the left sidebar menu. This will bring you to a comprehensive view of community member profiles. ## **Search Functionality** Search Bar: Located at the top of the "People" page, the search bar allows you to quickly locate specific users. Enter a name or relevant keywords to filter through profiles. ## **Profile Cards** * Overview: Each member's profile is displayed in a card format. These cards provide a snapshot of essential information. * Detailed View: Click on a user's name or profile picture to view their detailed profile. Here you’ll find more information about their roles, affiliations, and additional contact details. ## **Filters** * Applying Filters: Click on "Filters" to reveal a sidebar of filtering options. Filters allow you to sort through profiles based on criteria such as areas of study, active affiliations, location, and other custom fields. * Active Filters: Once applied, active filters will be displayed prominently, allowing you to see which filters are influencing the displayed results. * Clearing Filters: Select "Clear all" to remove all active filters and reset the view to its default state. ## **Export Options** Export Data: The "Export" button allows you to download the current list of profiles. You have multiple options: * CSV (Firstname, Lastname, Email): Download a simple list containing basic contact details. * CSV (Full Data Set): Export a complete dataset for each profile, ideal for more comprehensive data analysis. * Plain Text List of Emails: Quickly extract a list of emails for communication or record-keeping purposes. ## **Tips for Effective Use** * Refine Searches: Use the search bar in combination with filters to efficiently navigate through large numbers of profiles. This helps in pinpointing individuals or groups who match specific criteria. * Explore Profiles Thoroughly: Clicking into individual profiles not only provides more details but may also offer links to contact information, social media, and personal or professional websites, which can be valuable for networking. * Regular Updates: Encourage community members to keep their profiles updated to ensure accurate and useful information is available. * Engage the Community: Use the insights gathered from profiles to initiate contact with members who share common interests or might be collaborators for potential projects. * Utilize Exports: Regularly export data to maintain records, distribute community updates, and facilitate group communications. Ensure adherence to privacy policies when handling exported data. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://berkman-klein-center.gitbook.io/commuse/user-manual/people.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.