Exciting News! The Cribl Packs Dispensary just got an upgrade with the release of permalinks for Packs. This may sound simple, but it significantly alleviates a major pain point Cribl Dispensary users faced when sharing Pack references with colleagues.

Life before Permalinks

Previously, sharing Pack references with teammates was a cumbersome process. You would need to direct them to the Pack Dispensary, instruct them to search for the Pack by name, and hope they could locate it quickly. Alternatively, you could attempt to add ?query= to the end of the Dispensary URL with the Pack name and cross your fingers that it worked. This was particularly frustrating when trying to identify which Windows Pack a colleague was referring to, as typing “windows” in the search bar (at the time of writing) could yield 14 different variations.

These challenges often led to confusion and wasted time, especially when quick collaboration was needed. Users frequently faced redundant back-and-forth communication just to ensure they were looking at the same resource.

The Benefits of Pack URLs

With the introduction of permalinks, sharing Packs is now easier and more efficient. Here’s how these new URLs improve user experience:

1. Easy Sharing: You can now copy and paste a Pack URL from the Dispensary, making it simple to share Pack details with colleagues. No more ambiguous instructions or complex search guidance—just a direct link that points exactly where it should.
2. Enhanced User Experience: Permalinks allow users to bypass the search process and go straight to the Pack they need. This streamlined approach saves time and ensures that users can download or explore the Pack immediately without additional navigation.

These benefits improve internal collaboration and simplify onboarding new users who might not yet be familiar with navigating the Pack Dispensary.

Wrap up

The release of permalinks for Packs marks the beginning of many anticipated updates to the Pack Dispensary. This feature empowers users to share Packs more efficiently and find exactly what they need with ease. We’re excited to continue enhancing the Dispensary with more user-friendly features and improvements.

Head over to the Pack Dispensary and explore your favorite Packs today!