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---+ TWiki Contribs

_Reusable code that may be used over several plugins and add-ons._

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---++ Overview

TWiki contribs extend the functionality of TWiki, typically used by plugins and add-ons. They may also provide alternative implementations for sections of the TWiki core e.g. user management, or when an extension just can't be implemented as a plugin because it requires very close access to TWiki internals.

__Relevant links on TWiki.org:__
   * TWiki:Plugins.ContribPackage - list of all contributed contrib packages
   * TWiki:Plugins.ContribDevelopment - discussion and feedback on contributed packages
   * TWiki:Plugins.ContribBrainstorming - open forum for new contrib ideas
   * TWiki:Plugins.ContribPackageHowTo - instructions and template to create a new contrib package

__See other types of extensions:__ TWikiAddOns, TWikiPlugins, TWikiSkins

---++ TWiki Contribs Installed on this TWiki

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---++ Installing Contribs

   * Download an add-on from TWiki:Plugins.ContribPackage.
   * Follow the installation instructions in the contrib topic.

---++ Creating new Contribs

   * Visit TWiki:Plugins.ContribPackageHowTo and follow the instructions.

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__Related Topics:__ DeveloperDocumentationCategory, AdminDocumentationCategory, TWiki:TWiki.TWikiPluginsSupplement

-- __Contributors:__ TWiki:Main.PeterThoeny