Operating MEO Sites in Cloud IDE
Date Published: May 5, 2026
Create Cloud IDE
To create a Cloud IDE in Cloud Platform:
Go to Cloud Platform.
Create a new Cloud IDE.
Create Drupal Project
To set up a project, you must pull information from the Cloud Platform:
Open Cloud IDE.
Select Configure IDE.
Select Copy from cloud platform.
Select the required environment and site.
Wait for the installation to complete.
Verify Site Works
To check the status of your site:
Open the IDE preview URL.
Ensure that the Drupal site displays correctly.
Change Site on Cloud IDE
To update the active project:
Pull files and data for another site.
Open the IDE preview URL.
Frequently asked questions
Do users need a separate configuration when switching between sites?
No, a separate configuration is not required.
Can multiple sites run on an IDE simultaneously?
No. Cloud IDE supports one site at a time based on the active database. The preview URL displays whichever site currently has its files and database pulled into the environment.