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[Utility & Helpers](/categories/utility) 4. / 5. mblunck/cozy-backend ActiveTypo3-cms-extension[Utility & Helpers](/categories/utility) mblunck/cozy-backend ==================== Accompanying extension for the TYPO3 housekeeping presentation 36HTML Since Jun 25Pushed 1mo ago1 watchersCompare [ Source](https://github.com/Nimmermaer/cozy_backend)[ Packagist](https://packagist.org/packages/mblunck/cozy-backend)[ RSS](/packages/mblunck-cozy-backend/feed)WikiDiscussions main Synced 1mo ago READMEChangelog (3)DependenciesVersions (4)Used By (0) Cozy Backend (EXT:cozy\_backend) ================================ [](#cozy-backend-extcozy_backend) [![TYPO3 13](https://camo.githubusercontent.com/2cf6570821614808899422f68a66a381a2de1dd0746ba9cdba6155def1f4f396/68747470733a2f2f696d672e736869656c64732e696f2f62616467652f5459504f332d31332d6f72616e67652e737667)](https://get.typo3.org/version/13)[![PHP 8.3](https://camo.githubusercontent.com/397fdb003e1ce45ddaa601a46346dd54e077dac402e967bc3d6ebd5b5f3b30b1/68747470733a2f2f696d672e736869656c64732e696f2f62616467652f5048502d382e332d626c75652e737667)](https://www.php.net/releases/8.3/en.php) Overview -------- [](#overview) **Cozy Backend** is a development-focused TYPO3 extension designed to demonstrate modern configuration techniques in TYPO3 v13. It is not meant for production use. Instead, it provides a clean, isolated playground for developers to learn and understand new TYPO3 backend customization options. Install it only as a development dependency: ``` composer req mblunck/cozy-backend --dev ``` --- Features -------- [](#features) ### 1. Backend Configuration using PageTS & UserTS [](#1-backend-configuration-using-pagets--userts) This extension includes examples showing how to use: - **PageTS** to pre-fill content elements - **UserTS** to simplify backend usage for editors - Improving editor workflows with small but effective configuration tweaks --- ### 2. Backend Appearance Customization via PHP [](#2-backend-appearance-customization-via-php) Demonstrates backend customization without Extbase, including: - Custom backend color schemes - Adding a project logo - Custom login screen adjustments - Small UX improvements for clients Implemented using the **TYPO3 Backend API** directly in PHP. --- ### 3. New Site Configuration via SiteSets [](#3-new-site-configuration-via-sitesets) Shows how to structure global configuration using TYPO3 **SiteSets**, introduced in v13: - Centralized setup - Reusable configuration - Cleaner project architecture Perfect for large TYPO3 installations or when working with multiple sites. --- ### 4. Extending PageLayout via EventListener [](#4-extending-pagelayout-via-eventlistener) Demonstrates how to use TYPO3 Core **EventListeners** to: - Add new markers to the PageLayout - Adjust how elements are displayed - Enhance the visual structure using TYPO3-native mechanisms No XCLASS, no Extbase — pure Event API. --- ### 5. Content Elements without Extbase [](#5-content-elements-without-extbase) Provides simple examples of **non-Extbase content elements**, including: - TCA-only content elements - Pure Fluid-based rendering - Examples for lightweight CE development Ideal for performance-focused or small-scale features. --- ### 6. TypoScript using the New `PAGEVIEW` Syntax [](#6-typoscript-using-the-new-pageview-syntax) Modern TYPO3 v13 TypoScript examples showing: - How to use the new `PAGEVIEW` - Clean, readable page rendering configs - Full examples ready to copy/paste --- ### 7. Backend UI Enhancements Using Core Features Only [](#7-backend-ui-enhancements-using-core-features-only) Demonstrates small backend UI enhancements using TYPO3’s own tools: - Column overrides - Enhanced element previews - Editor-friendly adjustments - No third-party libraries --- ### 7. Fluid Components [](#7-fluid-components) - Component Example --- Installation ------------ [](#installation) ``` composer req mblunck/cozy-backend --dev ``` Once installed, TYPO3 automatically loads all configuration examples. --- Purpose ------- [](#purpose) This extension is **educational** and intended for developers who want to explore TYPO3’s capabilities in v13 — from backend UI styling to new configuration paradigms and lightweight content elements. --- License ------- [](#license) MIT ### Health Score 27 — LowBetter than 49% of packages Maintenance61 Regular maintenance activity Popularity8 Limited adoption so far Community7 Small or concentrated contributor base Maturity26 Early-stage or recently created project Bus Factor1 Top contributor holds 100% of commits — single point of failure How is this calculated?**Maintenance (25%)** — Last commit recency, latest release date, and issue-to-star ratio. 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