SharePoint Community Site
Community hub for news, learning, profiles, and events.
About this Template
Spark participation across teams with Social Layout 2, a SharePoint community site that brings updates, people, and resources together. Hero tiles highlight total posts, likes, and comments, while a news stream and announcement cards keep priorities clear. Embedded social feeds amplify messages, and a Learning Opportunities banner promotes courses and development. Employees List supports quick lookup, and “Community & News,” “Growth & Knowledge,” and “Support & Resources” blocks guide people to the right content. Celebrate culture with birthdays and work anniversaries, and list office location links, company news, and an events calendar in one place. The responsive, accessible design makes everything easy to browse on any device, reducing email noise and building connection across departments.
Template Features
Publish SharePoint pages quickly without developers using ShortPoint tools and integrations; connect Microsoft 365, enforce branding, and deliver accessible layouts efficiently.
Build clean pages visually. Add elements, organize sections, and edit fast—with no coding.
Simplify branding by making visual edits once and updating instantly.
Pull in lists, libraries, Microsoft 365 content—no-code connections for dynamic content.
Copy design patterns and paste to speed up rollouts.
Consistent headings and navigation landmarks help assistive technologies navigate better.
Integrate data flows to keep your intranet relevant and reliable.
Our extensive collection of page designs empowers you to start confidently.
60+ elements simplify building while expanding possibilities.
Responsive typography ensures lines and headings remain easy and comfortable to read.
Get Started With Everyday Home In Three Simple Steps
Launch a branded SharePoint community site in under an hour—no coding required.
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Start free trial & add ShortPoint to your site : Click "Start a Trial" and get access to ShortPoint instantly. No credit card needed—just sign in with your Microsoft 365 credentials or download ShortPoint manually and activate your trial.
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Insert a Template : Edit your SharePoint page, insert the ShortPoint web part, and select the Social Layout 2 template (or any preferred template page) from the Templates Library
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Customize & Publish : Replace sample content with your own, connect your SharePoint data sources, apply your company branding, and publish your new communication site for immediate use.
Frequently asked Questions
How quickly can we implement this SharePoint community site without coding?
You can launch your community site in just a few hours. We've made the process entirely visual and code-free, so you can focus on building engagement from day one instead of getting bogged down in a complex technical setup.
Will this SharePoint community site work in Online and supported On‑Premise environments?
Yes. It works seamlessly in SharePoint Online (Microsoft 365), SharePoint Subscription Edition (SE) and supported On-Premise environments, ensuring that you can deliver whatever your setup is.
What customization options exist for design and structure?
A strong community needs its own identity. Use the Theme Builder to apply custom colors and fonts, and the Page Builder to organize content in a way that’s intuitive and engaging for your members, all without writing any code.
Is mobile responsiveness built into the template?
Yes. Social communities thrive on real-time interaction, and our design is fully responsive to support that. Members can easily post, read, and engage from their phones or tablets, ensuring the conversation continues even when they're away from their desks.
Can we clone this SharePoint community site for multiple department sites?
Yes. You can easily replicate a successful social layout structure. Once you have a great setup, you can clone it to launch new spaces for different departments, project teams, or employee interest groups, each with its own dedicated content and members.
How do we surface real‑time content from Teams and other sources?
Keeping your community vibrant is easy with live content. Using ShortPoint Connect, you can pull in dynamic feeds from SharePoint lists or ongoing Microsoft Teams conversations. This ensures the space is always current, encouraging members to check back often for the latest updates.
What do we unlock once we subscribe to ShortPoint?
A subscription gives you the entire platform to build rich digital experiences. You unlock our full library of templates, all our design elements, and powerful integrations—it’s everything you need to create and grow engaging communities and other valuable sites across your organization.
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