Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about AdminLTE.

What is AdminLTE?

AdminLTE is a fully responsive admin dashboard template built with Bootstrap 5 and Vanilla JS. This version rebuilds it in Next.js with the MongoDB design system.

Is AdminLTE free to use?

Yes, AdminLTE is free and open-source. It is released under the MIT license, so you can use it in personal and commercial projects.

How do I install AdminLTE?

Clone the repository, run npm install in the nextjs-app directory, then run npm run dev to start the development server on port 3000.

Can I use AdminLTE with a different backend?

Absolutely. AdminLTE is a frontend template. You can connect it to any backend — REST API, GraphQL, tRPC, or serverless functions.

Does AdminLTE support dark mode?

Dark mode is planned for a future release. The current MongoDB design system uses a light theme with a deep teal sidebar.

How do I customize the sidebar navigation?

Edit src/lib/navigation.ts to add, remove, or reorder navigation items. The Sidebar component reads this config and renders the menu automatically.

Which browsers are supported?

AdminLTE supports all modern browsers — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Internet Explorer is not supported.

How do I report a bug or request a feature?

Open an issue on the GitHub repository. Please include steps to reproduce for bugs, or a clear description of the feature you need.

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