How to set layout based on a database value in Zend Framework

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I need to switch the layout based on a user value that is stored in the database. I would like to set this using a plugin (tried PreDispatch hook). However, it looks like I can't access the models there as yet. At what point can I access db values and set the layout? I prefer to do this globally rather than set for each controller. Ideas appreciated.

preDispatch should work fine. How were you trying to access the models and what error(s) did you get? — Tim Fountain
– Tim Fountain, Commented Nov 11, 2011 at 17:31
Turns out my main problem is routing, the model works in my preDispatch. I will post the routing question separately. Thanks! — jgnasser
– jgnasser, Commented Nov 20, 2011 at 18:34

Pavel Tytyuk · Accepted Answer · 2011-11-11 21:25:23Z

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For such purposes better to use controller plugin

class Core_Controller_Plugin_LayoutManager extends Zend_Controller_Plugin_Abstract
{
    public function routeStartup (Zend_Controller_Request_Abstract $request)
    {
        // Get your layout name here

        $this->_layout = Zend_Layout::getMvcInstance()
            ->setLayoutPath(YOUR_PATH_HERE)
            ->setLayout(YOUR_LAYOT_NAME_HERE);
    }
}

Don't forget to add in in config:

resources.frontController.plugins.templatemanager = Core_Controller_Plugin_LayoutManager

answered Nov 11, 2011 at 21:25

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jgnasser Over a year ago

Thanks Pavel. As I wrote above, the main problem is routing. Once I figure that out I will try using a controller plugin as you suggest, looks good.

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