When you install with sample data, you begin with content you eventually will not want. What follows are the steps that one might take to remove said content.
To get rid of all this, login as an admin
This is what the backend login looks like
Get rid of the Modules first. So go to ExtensionsModule Manager
It’s best to disable modules. Don’t delete them. You might need them later.
Modules to disable:
Banners, Footer, Resources, Key Concepts, Example Pages, Polls, Who’s Online, Advertisement, Random Image, Syndication, Latest News, Popular
Next, get rid of the main menu items
Select the ones to remove, then TRASH them!
Next remove the top menu items
This is what it looks like to remove menu items
Now get rid of the content
You can kill most of the items that come with the Joomla install
Get rid of that Welcome to the Front Page
Trash the sample categories
Now your site should look something like this
Note:
In the real world, you would only do this for training purposes. If you plan to build multiple Joomla sites, the best method is to create an empty install, then use that copy of the database for future ones. All of the above clicking is of real benefit when learning a new system as the best way to drill something into your noggin is with repetition.
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