Whether you're just getting started with Kontentino or need a quick refresher, this guide will help you understand the interface so you can work faster and more efficiently. It covers the main navigation sidebar, switching between views, and accessing settings.
Table of Contents
Overview of the Interface
When you log into Kontentino, you’ll see a clean, organized workspace designed to keep everything you need within reach.
Main interface elements include:
Navigation Sidebar (left side) — Your main menu for accessing all sections
Main Content Area (center) — Where you create, view, and manage content
User Actions (bottom of sidebar) — Quick access to notifications, help, settings, and your profile
💡 Good to know:
The interface is fully responsive.
On desktop, you’ll see a vertical sidebar.
On mobile devices, the navigation changes into a hamburger menu at the top of the screen.
The Main Navigation Sidebar
The vertical navigation sidebar is your main command center in Kontentino.
It is located on the left side of the screen and provides quick access to all major sections.
Navigation Menu Items
From top to bottom, the sidebar contains the following sections:
Section | Icon | What It Does |
Create | ➕ | Quickly create posts, reports, and other items |
Home | 🏠 | Your personalized dashboard with tasks and overview |
Calendar | 📅 | Access the content calendar, list view, grid view, and kanban board |
Approvals | ✓ | Review and approve content awaiting feedback |
Brand Hub | 🎨 | Access brand assets, guidelines, and templates |
Analytics | 📊 | Performance insights, page analytics, and competition analysis |
Media Library | 📁 | Store and organize images and videos |
Reports | 📈 | Create and view custom performance reports |
💡 Pro tip:
If more than 5 main menu items are visible, additional items appear under the “More” (three dots) menu. Hover over it to reveal them.
Understanding Active States
Kontentino highlights your current location in the app:
The active section is highlighted with a colored background.
The text color changes to indicate the section you are currently viewing.
Navigating Key Sections
Calendar Section
The Calendar section is where most of your work happens.
Click Calendar in the sidebar to access multiple viewing options.
Available views:
Calendar View — Visual calendar layout of scheduled posts (default view)
List View — Detailed list format of posts
Grid View — Visual card layout designed for Instagram content
Board / Kanban View — Drag-and-drop board organized by post status
Switching Between Views
Click Calendar in the sidebar.
Select your preferred view in the top-right corner.
The active view will be highlighted in blue.
💡 Tip:
Each view is useful for different tasks:
Calendar → scheduling and planning
List → detailed overview
Grid → visual scanning (Instagram)
Board → workflow management
Analytics Section
The Analytics section provides performance insights for your Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn content.
Available sections include:
Analytics Lite — streamlined insights for smaller teams
Performance Hub — overview of overall content performance
Posts Performance — detailed metrics for individual posts
Page Performance — analytics for each social profile
Competition Analysis — compare your performance with competitors (Facebook and Instagram only)
Reports Section
The Reports section allows you to create and manage custom reports.
Available options:
New Report — create a new report with selected metrics
My Reports — access saved reports
💡 Good to know:
Analytics and Reports are available only on plans that include these modules.
If your plan does not include them:
You can try both modules free for 14 days.
After the trial, the modules must be purchased as an add-on.
The Create Button
The Create button (➕) at the top of the navigation sidebar is the fastest way to start something new.
How to Use the Create Button
Hover over the Create button in the sidebar.
A tooltip menu will appear.
Select the item you want to create.
You can create:
New posts
New Brand profile (Brand Hub)
New custom report
New profile or profile group
New global profile (if the Global Content Manager module is enabled)
New content plan
New inspiration
Invite a new user
User Actions & Settings
At the bottom of the sidebar, you will find three key buttons plus your profile menu.
Notifications 🔔
Click the bell icon to view your notification history.
Features include:
Badge displaying unread notifications
Notification panel (600px wide)
Access to full notification history for older items
Help Center ❓
The Help Center button provides quick access to support resources:
Review Kontentino on G2 — submit your feedback on Kontentino on G2
Tutorials — step-by-step video guides
Resource Center — documentation and help articles
Book a Demo — schedule a personalized walkthrough
Product Roadmap — see upcoming features and upvote ideas
Get Help — chat with the support team
Report an Issue — report bugs or technical problems
Settings ⚙️
Click the gear icon to access workspace and admin settings.
Setting | What It Does |
Invite User | Add new team members |
Profiles | Manage connected social media profiles |
Profile Groups | Organize profiles into groups |
Users | Manage team member access and roles |
Global Content Manager (GCM) | Access global profiles and local channels (add-on module) |
Billing Dashboard | View invoices, subscription plan, and billing information |
Language | Change the interface language |
General | Configure organization-wide preferences |
⚠️ Heads up:
Some settings may not be visible depending on your permissions and user role.
Your Profile
Click your profile avatar at the very bottom of the sidebar to access:
Authorization — Manage social media account connections
My Account — Update personal information
Notification Settings — Customize notification preferences
Logout — Sign out of Kontentino
Mobile Navigation
When using the browser version of Kontentino on mobile or tablet, the interface adapts automatically.
Mobile Layout
On mobile devices:
A header bar (56px) appears at the top containing:
Hamburger menu (☰) — opens the navigation menu
Logo — tap to return to the calendar
Notifications — view alerts
Profile avatar — quick access to account settings
A slide-in navigation panel appears when the hamburger icon is tapped.
Using Mobile Navigation
Tap the hamburger icon (☰) in the top-left corner.
The navigation menu slides in from the left.
Tap any section to navigate.
Tap X or outside the menu to close it.
💡 Tip:
All features are available on mobile, just organized differently for touch navigation. You can also use the Kontentino mobile app.
Troubleshooting
Missing Menu Items
What you’ll see:
Some sections are not visible in your sidebar.
Why it happens
Navigation items are permission-based, so you only see sections you have access to within your role.
How to fix it
Check with your account administrator about your role and permissions.
Contact support if you believe you should have access.
Mobile Menu Not Responding
What you’ll see:
The hamburger menu does not open.
How to fix it
Refresh the page
Clear your browser cache
Try another browser
Ensure JavaScript is enabled
Best Practices & Pro Tips
Do
Use Calendar View for a clear content overview
Check notifications regularly for approvals and mentions
Bookmark frequently used views for faster access
Avoid
Ignoring notification badges (they may indicate pending actions)
Forgetting to check the More menu for additional sections
Overlooking mobile navigation when working on the go
Pro Tips
Right-click menu items to open them in a new tab
Use the Profile Selector (top-left of the main content area) to switch between social profiles quickly
FAQs
How do I switch between social media profiles?
Use the Profile Selector in the top-left corner of the main content area. Click it to view and select your connected profiles.
Can I customize which menu items appear in the sidebar?
The sidebar is automatically configured based on your role and permissions. Contact your administrator if you need access to additional sections.
Where can I find my account settings?
Click your profile avatar at the bottom of the sidebar, then select My Account.
How do I change the interface language?
Click the Settings gear icon, hover over Language, and select your preferred option. The interface will update immediately.
Can I collapse the sidebar?
The sidebar is designed to remain compact (65px wide) by default to maximize workspace. Submenus appear on hover instead of expanding permanently.
Wrapping Up
You now know how to navigate the Kontentino interface.
Understanding the sidebar, navigation views, and mobile layout will help you move through the app quickly and find any feature you need.
If you have questions or run into issues, contact the support team via the live chat in the bottom-right corner of your Kontentino dashboard. 💬