How to Change the Top Bar Logo in Elgg

Written by Rodolfo Hernandez Thursday, 21 July 2011

This article will give you a step by a step guide on how to change the top bar logo in Elgg.

1. First, we choose an image file. The recommended size for the new image is 38×21.

2.  After choosing an image, copy it to  YourElggFolder/_graphics. For the purposes of this post, I will upload and image file named toplogo.gif

3. Go to YourElggFolder/views/default/page_elements/ and open the file elgg_topbar.php

4. Now, on that file, look for this line of code:

5. Once located, replace the name of the default top bar logo (elgg_toolbar_logo.gif) with the name of the new logo created on step 1 & 2:

6. Save your changes. Now, go back to your site, and your new logo will be there.

This concludes how to change the top bar logo in Elgg!

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2 Comments

1. Adolfo   |  Thursday, 06 October 2011 at 4:06 am

   This no longer works for Elgg 1.8

   
2. Alexander   |  Thursday, 11 April 2013 at 5:53 pm

   This theme is perfect for those who use walled garden networks. This will enhance the look and feel of elgg. Also, this theme introduces a full three column layout. Unlike previous themes, this will display 3 columns all across the elgg network.