Implementing Custom Template Variable (TV) Input Types in MODX Revolution
Learn how to extend MODX Revolution by creating custom Template Variable (TV) input types to improve data integrity and the Manager user experience.
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Learn how to extend MODX Revolution by creating custom Template Variable (TV) input types to improve data integrity and the Manager user experience.
Learn how MODX TV inheritance works, how to set defaults, override values, and manage caching. A step‑by‑step example shows header text inheritance across pages and the trade‑offs of using required TVs and changing defaults.
Learn how to use Modx Revolution’s TV caching to boost page speed while avoiding stale data. Follow our step‑by‑step example, trade‑off analysis, and checklist to make caching decisions that keep your site fast and accurate.