Highlight Cards
Introduction
eDirectory version 13.2 introduces a powerful new feature: Highlight Cards. These versatile widgets allow you to inject visually appealing and customizable content into your website, enhancing user engagement and highlighting key information. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to implement and utilize Highlight Cards effectively.
Understanding Highlight Cards
Highlight Cards offer a variety of design options, enabling you to create visually distinct content sections. They are perfect for showcasing featured listings, promotional offers, key information, or any content you want to emphasize.
Implementation Guide
Follow these steps to add Highlight Cards to your eDirectory pages:
- Access Design Tab: Log in to your eDirectory admin panel and navigate to the "Design" tab.
- Open Page Editor: Click on the "Page editor" option. Then, select the page you want to edit. For this example, we'll use the home page.
- Add a Widget: Click the "Add a widget" button.
- Select Highlight Cards: In the left menu, choose "Highlight cards." You'll see seven distinct Highlight Card widgets, each with a unique design. Preview the designs and select the one that best suits your needs. Click on the desired design to add it to your page.
- Configure Widget Settings:
- Background Color: Choose a background color for the Highlight Card.
- Image: Upload an image from your computer or use the built in search.
- Search Photos: Utilize the built-in search to find images by topic or color.
- Label: Enter a title for the Highlight Card.
- Summary Description: Provide a brief summary or description.
- Click "Add card" after configuring the settings.
- Save Page Changes: Click "Save changes" on the page editor to apply your changes.
- View Front-End: Click "View" to preview how the Highlight Card appears on your website.
- Highlight Card Display: The Highlight Card will now be visible on your website, showcasing your customized content.
Benefits of Highlight Cards
- Visual Appeal: Creates visually engaging content sections.
- Customization: Offers various design options and customization settings.
- Enhanced User Engagement: Highlights important information and encourages interaction.
- Improved Content Presentation: Presents content in a structured and visually appealing manner.
- Increased Flexibility: Enables you to showcase a wide range of content types.
Conclusion
Highlight Cards in eDirectory 13.2+ provide a powerful tool for enhancing your website's visual appeal and content presentation. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can effectively implement these widgets and create a more engaging and informative experience for your users. By using the highlight cards, you will be able to attract more users to your site, and keep them there longer.