Plugin Store & Management
The NetPad Plugin Store provides a central place to discover, install, and manage plugins for your workflows. This page covers the store UI, plugin discovery, installation, updates, and management features for both users and admins.
1. Plugin Store UI
- Access the Plugin Store from the main NetPad interface
- Browse featured, trending, and new plugins
- Search and filter by category, scope (private, org, public), and status
- View plugin cards with details, ratings, and trust indicators
[Screenshot: Plugin Store Modal]
2. Discovering Plugins
- Use search and advanced filters to find plugins by keyword, category, or author
- Trust indicators show verified, organization, or community plugins
- Rich tooltips provide manifest, permissions, and version info
3. Installing Plugins
- Click “Install” on any plugin card
- Choose installation scope: private (just you), organization, or public (admins only)
- Progress bar and notifications for install status
- Plugins appear in your dashboard and shape palette after install
4. Plugin Management Dashboard
- View all installed and authored plugins
- Status indicators: active, disabled, update available
- Uninstall, update, or configure plugins from the dashboard
- Usage analytics and performance metrics for each plugin
[Screenshot: Plugin Management Dashboard]
5. Admin & Organization Controls
- Admins can approve/reject plugins for organization use
- Enable/disable plugins org-wide
- View security alerts and audit logs
- Manage plugin access and compliance from the admin interface
[Screenshot: Admin Interface]
Further Reading
For more, see the Plugin Sprint Plan.