如何在Umbraco中实现可插入网格的组件？求最佳实践

Hey there! Let’s break down your options for building that flip block (front: title/icon, back: text) that users can drop into the Umbraco Grid with configurable settings. I’ll walk through each approach you mentioned, plus the best path forward.

1. Macros: Quick but Limited #

Macros are the first thing many developers reach for since Umbraco natively supports inserting them into the Grid. They’re relatively fast to set up: you can create a macro with parameters for title, icon, and back text, then write a partial view to render the flip block.

The Folder Issue You Mentioned #

Umbraco’s backoffice doesn’t have built-in macro folders, but you can work around this by using the Category field when creating macros. Assign all your block macros to the same category (e.g., "Grid Blocks"), and the macro list will group them together—making it easy for users to find what they need.

Limitations #

• Macro parameter interfaces are basic compared to custom editors. If you need complex validation or more intuitive field types, macros can feel clunky.
• Rendering macros in the Grid sometimes requires extra handling to ensure consistent styling with other grid elements.
• Permissions can be tricky: you need to make sure users have the right access to use the macro without exposing too much control.

2. Custom Grid Editor: The Native, Maintainable Choice #

You mentioned custom property editors feeling tedious, but what you actually need here is a custom Grid Editor—a lighter, grid-specific solution that integrates seamlessly with Umbraco’s core Grid system. This is the best long-term approach.

Why This Works #

Grid Editors are purpose-built for adding reusable content blocks to the Grid. You can define exactly which fields users need to configure (title, icon media picker, back text) and create a clean backoffice interface for them. Plus, it’s 100% native to Umbraco, so no third-party dependencies.

Basic Steps to Implement #

• Define the Grid Editor: Edit ~/Config/grid.editors.config.js to add a new entry for your flip block. Specify a name, icon, and the fields you need (e.g., a textstring for title, media picker for icon, richtext editor for back text).
• Create the Render View: Make a partial view at ~/Views/Partials/Grid/Editors/FlipBlock.cshtml that takes the configured values and outputs the flip block HTML (with CSS/JS for the flip interaction).
• Use It: Once configured, users will see your "Flip Block" option directly in the Grid’s "Add Content" menu—they can insert it and fill in the parameters without leaving the Grid editor.

This approach is far more scalable than macros, especially if you plan to add more custom blocks later. It also gives you full control over the backoffice experience and front-end rendering.

3. Archetype: Don’t Use It (Unmaintained Risk) #

Archetype was a great tool back in the day, but since it’s no longer maintained, I’d strongly advise against using it. Here’s why:

• No security updates or bug fixes—if a vulnerability is found, you’re on your own.
• It’s not compatible with newer Umbraco versions (especially .NET Core-based versions like Umbraco 10+).
• If you run into issues, there’s no active community or support to help troubleshoot.

It’s just not worth the risk of building on a deprecated tool.

Final Recommendation #

Go with the custom Grid Editor approach. It’s the most native, maintainable, and scalable solution for your use case. Even if it takes a little extra setup upfront, it’ll save you headaches down the line—especially when upgrading Umbraco or adding new block types.

If you’re working with an older Umbraco version (pre-v8) and need a quicker workaround, macros can work temporarily, but prioritize migrating to Grid Editors when possible.

内容的提问来源于stack exchange，提问作者Monochromie