Two New Banner Formats in Version 13.6

eDirectory version 13.6 expands your advertising capabilities with the addition of two highly versatile banner ad formats, designed to enhance both the visual appeal and customization of your website:

• Billboard Banner (970 x 250)
• Half-Page Banner (300 x 600)

These new banner sizes empower advertisers with greater creative flexibility and equip site owners with more effective tools for captivating visitors and optimizing their site's layout for maximum impact. Here's your guide to leveraging these exciting new formats.

Implementing the High-Impact Billboard Banner (970 x 250)

The Billboard Banner format is engineered for prominent, high-impact advertising and is implemented using its dedicated widget.

Steps to Integrate a Billboard Banner:

1. Navigate to Content > Banners in your eDirectory Site Manager.
2. Click on the "Add Banner" button.

3. From the available options, select the Billboard banner type.
4. Upload your banner image, ensuring it adheres to the required dimensions of 970 x 250 pixels.

Displaying Your Billboard Banner on a Web Page

To showcase your newly created Billboard Banner on a specific page, you'll utilize the dedicated "Billboard Banner" widget. Follow these simple steps:

1. Go to Design > Page Editor within your Site Manager.
2. Locate and select the specific page where you wish to display the banner, then click to edit that page.

3. Click the "Add a widget" button, navigate to the "Banner" category, and select the "Billboard Banner" widget.

4. Save your changes, and the Billboard Banner will now be visible on your chosen page.

Utilizing the Engaging Half-Page Banner (300 x 600)

The Half-Page Banner offers another powerful advertising avenue, strategically designed for display within various existing widgets on your site.

Steps to Integrate a Half-Page Banner:

1. Navigate to Content > Banners in your eDirectory Site Manager.
2. Click on the "Add a Banner" button.

3. Select the Half-Page Banner type from the options.
4. Upload your banner image, ensuring it matches the specified dimensions of 300 x 600 pixels.

Where Half-Page Banners Appear

Unlike the Billboard Banner, the Half-Page Banner does not have its own dedicated widget. Instead, it seamlessly integrates into the content areas of several existing widgets.

Steps to Configure Widgets for Half-Page Banner Display:

1. Go to Design > Page Editor in your Site Manager.
2. Select the page where you intend to display the Half-Page Banner and click to edit it.

3. Click to edit one of the following compatible widgets:
   • Horizontal Cards
   • Browse by Category
   • Browse by Location

4. Within the widget's settings, locate and enable the option to display "Half-Page Banners".

5. Save your changes.

Half-Page Banners can be strategically displayed within the following widgets:

• Browse by Locations
• Featured Categories
• Featured Categories with Images
• Recent Reviews
• Horizontal Cards
• Vertical Cards

Important Considerations

• Widget Functionality: Remember that banner widgets are tools for displaying banners you've already uploaded. To upload the banner image itself, always navigate to Content > Banners.
• Optimized Banner Images: Ensure that all banner images adhere to the recommended dimensions and are visually optimized to maintain the aesthetic quality and layout integrity of your website.

Need Assistance with Banner Integration?

For comprehensive, step-by-step instructions on uploading banners to your eDirectory site, please refer to our detailed article: How to Add a Banner.

Conclusion

With the introduction of these versatile new banner formats in eDirectory 13.6, creating a visually engaging website that enhances both the user experience and advertising opportunities has become even more intuitive and powerful. If you have any questions or require further assistance in implementing these new banner types, please don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated support team!