Avatar

The Avatar Management module enables platform administrators to manage the visual avatars players use during gameplay. Avatars add a personalised, engaging layer to the gaming experience, and this section ensures efficient control over their availability and appearance.

Avatar Management Dashboard

Table Overview:

Column	Description
Name	Displays the name assigned to the avatar (e.g., “My Avatar”).
Avatar	Thumbnail preview of the uploaded avatar image.
Added By	Indicates whether the avatar was uploaded by a Player or an Admin. This helps in distinguishing system-generated avatars from user-submitted ones.
Actions	Two icons are available: Edit – Update avatar name or image. Delete – Remove the avatar from the platform.

Additional Functionalities:

• Search Bar: Filter avatars using keywords (e.g., name or added by).

• Entries Dropdown: Choose how many avatars to display per page (10/25/50).

• Pagination Controls: Navigate between pages for large avatar libraries.

• Sort Capability: Each column is sortable for more straightforward navigation.

Add New Avatar

This form allows the admin to manually upload and create a new avatar entry.

Field	Description
Avatar Name*	Required field to assign a display name to the avatar.
Image*	Required avatar image upload. Recommended specs: 512x512 pixels, 1:1 aspect ratio for uniform appearance across devices and interfaces.

Actions:

• Choose File: Upload an image file (JPG/PNG formats).

• Save: Finalise and save the avatar entry to the system.

• Cancel: Exit the form without saving.

Edit Avatar (via Action Icon)

Clicking the edit icon next to any existing avatar opens a similar form to “Add Avatar”, pre-filled with existing data. The admin can:

• Change the avatar name

• Replace the current avatar image

Delete Avatar

Clicking the trash icon prompts a confirmation (not shown in the screenshot but assumed as best practice). Upon confirmation:

• The avatar is permanently removed.

• It will no longer be available for player use.

Avatar management in a poker game can significantly enhance player experience through both admin-provided and user-uploaded options. Admin-provided avatars ensure consistency and ease of use, while user-uploaded avatars offer personalisation and increased engagement.