Add SPE script to the Sitecore Context Menu

We had a request to add a script to a Context Menu which could be ran on any item in Content Editor. We tried to explore the options and then we came to know about SPE modals.

Adding custom SPE scripts to context menus involves a few straightforward steps:

  1. Create Your SPE Script: Begin by creating a PowerShell script that encapsulates the functionality you want to add to the context menu. This script could perform tasks such as renaming items, generating analytics reports, clearing cache, etc. Make sure your script is well-tested and follows best practices.
  2. Register the Script with SPE: Once you have your script ready, register it with SPE by placing it in the appropriate directory within the SPE module. This ensures that SPE recognizes your script and makes it available for execution within Sitecore.
  3. Define the Context Menu Item: Next, define the context menu item that will trigger the execution of your script. You can do this by editing the appropriate XML configuration file within Sitecore. Specify the display name, icon, and command to execute your script when the menu item is clicked.
  4. Test and Refine: Test your implementation to ensure that the context menu item appears in the desired locations within the Sitecore Content Editor and that it executes your script correctly. Make any necessary adjustments based on your testing.
  5. Deploy to Production: Once you’re satisfied with your implementation, deploy it to your production environment. Monitor its performance and gather feedback from users to identify any potential improvements or additional functionalities that could be added.

The link which came handy for me while performing above 5 steps can be referenced here – https://blogs.perficient.com/2022/09/30/add-powershell-script-to-the-context-menu-in-sitecore-sxa/

Thank you.. Keep Learning.. Keep Sitecoring!!!

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