Setting a home page in Oracle APEX is an essential step in defining the default landing page for your application. The home page serves as the first page users see after logging in, and it often acts as the central hub for navigation, displaying key metrics, summaries, or quick links. By carefully choosing and configuring your home page, you can ensure that users have an intuitive and productive starting point in your application.
To set a home page in Oracle APEX, begin by logging into your application in the Application Builder. From the application’s main screen, open the Shared Components section and locate the Application Definition Attributes. Within this area, you will find an option called Home URL or Default Page (depending on your APEX version). This allows you to specify the page number that should be treated as the home page. You can enter the page number directly (for example, 1 for Page 1) or specify a URL if your home page resides in a different application or location. If you want users redirected to this page after login, ensure the authentication scheme’s post-authentication process also points to the correct home page.
For example, if your application’s dashboard is on Page 10, you would set the default page number to 10. Additionally, you can use the Login Processing settings to redirect users automatically to this page after successful login. In some cases, dynamic logic can be added using application processes or branches to redirect users to different “home” pages based on their role or profile.
A good practice is to keep your home page simple, fast-loading, and role-appropriate. If your application has multiple user types, consider building a universal home page with conditional regions so each user sees content relevant to them. Use clear navigation elements to guide users from the home page to other areas of the application, and ensure that the page works well on both desktop and mobile devices.
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If you have a multi-role application with administrators, managers, and regular users, you can use Server-side Conditions to show an admin dashboard region for administrators, a performance metrics region for managers, and a task list for regular users—all on the same home page. This avoids creating multiple home pages and keeps the maintenance effort low while delivering a customized experience.
Best practices include keeping the home page uncluttered, optimizing queries for performance, and ensuring that the content displayed is updated and relevant. Avoid placing heavy computations directly on the home page; instead, use summaries or pre-aggregated data to keep loading times minimal.
For more detailed information, refer to the official Oracle APEX documentation:
https://docs.oracle.com/en/database/oracle/apex
Step 1 – Navigate to Shared Assets
Step 2 – Navigate to User Interface > User Interface Attributes
Step 3 - Navigate to Attributes > Home URL and change
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Setting a home page in Oracle APEX is straightforward but highly impactful. By defining the right landing page and optimizing it for usability and performance, you create a smooth first impression and ensure users can quickly access the information they need. The home page becomes the central hub for your application, so make it clear, useful, and efficient.
