Glossary
This glossary provides definitions and explanations for key terms, concepts, and components used throughout the Arc XP platform. Terms are organized alphabetically within categories for easy reference.
Core Platform Concepts
ANS (Arc Native Specification)
The standardized content format used across Arc XP for representing various content types including articles, images, videos, and galleries. ANS defines the structure and fields for content management and distribution.
Bandito
A content testing tool within Arc Intelligence that uses Multi-Armed Bandit algorithms to optimize content elements such as headlines and images based on performance metrics like Click-Through Rate (CTR).
Clavis
The recommendation engine component of Arc Intelligence that delivers personalized content suggestions based on user behavior and content similarity patterns.
Content Source
A configuration mechanism in PageBuilder Engine that defines how data is fetched, cached, and served to web experiences.
Distributor
A metadata component that manages content origin, restrictions, and syndication rules across the Arc XP ecosystem.
Content Management Terms
Author Object
A data structure containing author information including unique identifier (_id), slug, and customizable fields for managing contributor profiles.
Circulation
The process of making content available on specific websites and sections within the Arc XP ecosystem.
Feature Pack
A bundle of components and configurations used in PageBuilder Engine for building web experiences.
Resolver
A system component that maps URL patterns to templates and content sources, determining how content is displayed.
Development Components
Block
A reusable component in PageBuilder that serves as a building block for creating web pages and templates.
Chain
A collection of blocks organized to create specific page layouts or content presentations.
Feature
A modular component in PageBuilder Engine that encapsulates specific functionality and can be reused across different pages.
Power Up
Custom embed functionality in Composer that allows integration of specialized UI components.
Infrastructure & Delivery
Edge Network Computing
Infrastructure utilized by Arc XP for performing user segmentation and content delivery optimization at CDN edge locations.
Partial Caching
A technique for caching specific parts of content source logic to optimize performance and resource utilization.
Resizer V2
An advanced image transformation service that provides authentication, SEO features, and various image manipulation capabilities.
TTL (Time To Live)
The duration for which cached content remains valid before requiring refresh from the origin server.
User Management & Access
Permission Squad
A combination of roles, user groups, and site access configurations that define user privileges within Arc XP.
Role
A bundle of privileges that control access to various Arc XP applications and features.
Segment ID
An identifier used in Audience Targeting to track user categorization and deliver personalized experiences.