2.2. Blocks

While sometimes confused with modules, blocks don't typically add functionality but rather extend existing functionality.

Just like you would install a desktop widget to display the weather, cpu temperature, or number of waiting e-mails, you could install a block to display the number of people online, latest forum posts, navigation menu, etc.

In Zikula, all blocks must belong to at least one module. By default, blocks are shown in all modules, but you can edit a block's configuration so that it is only displayed in the module(s) that you specify. As an example, you may want a block that displays Stock prices to appear on your News page, but not in the message forums.