This Help page provides guidance on how to use the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) website, including navigation, viewing documents in different file formats, required plug-ins, and accessibility options.
1. Navigation
- Main menu: Use the primary navigation links in the header to browse major sections such as About Us, Research, Publications, and Contact.
- Skip to main content: Use the “Skip to main content” link at the top of every page to move directly to the page content.
- Sitemap: Visit the Sitemap for a complete list of pages on this website.
- Search: Use the site search option (where available) to find specific information, publications, or staff details.
- Breadcrumb: On inner pages, the breadcrumb trail under the page title shows your current location and links back to parent pages.
- Footer links: Policy pages, Quick Links, and contact details are available in the footer on every page.
2. Viewing Information in Different File Formats
Information on this website is published in various formats. The following file types are commonly used:
| Document Type | Download / View Using |
|---|---|
| PDF (Portable Document Format) | Adobe Acrobat Reader or any compatible PDF reader |
| DOC / DOCX | Microsoft Word, LibreOffice Writer, or similar software |
| XLS / XLSX | Microsoft Excel, LibreOffice Calc, or similar software |
| PPT / PPTX | Microsoft PowerPoint or compatible software |
| Images (JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP) | Any modern web browser |
| HTML / Web pages | Any modern web browser (no additional software required) |
3. Plug-ins / Software
To view certain documents you may need the following free software:
| Plug-in / Software | Website | Used For |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | https://get.adobe.com/reader/ | PDF files |
| Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 | https://www.microsoft.com/en-in/microsoft-365 | DOC, XLS, PPT files |
| LibreOffice | https://www.libreoffice.org/ | DOC, XLS, PPT files (free alternative) |
Most current browsers (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Safari) can display PDFs and images without installing extra plug-ins.
4. Accessibility Options
- Text size: Use the A+, A, and A- controls in the top header to increase, reset, or decrease text size.
- Screen Reader Access: See the Screen Reader Access page for information on using assistive technologies with this website.
- Accessibility Statement: Read our Accessibility Statement for compliance details and known limitations.
- Language: Use the language translator control in the header (where available) to view content in other languages.
- Keyboard navigation: Most interactive elements can be reached using the Tab key and activated with Enter or Space.
5. Browser Compatibility
This website is best viewed in the latest versions of popular browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari. For the best experience and security, please keep your browser up to date.
6. Still Need Help?
If you face difficulty accessing any information or have suggestions for improving this website, please use our Contact / Feedback page.









