Blog posts

Overview #

The Blog posts section is designed to display a list of blog posts with various display settings. This section allows users to showcase their blog content dynamically, providing options for sorting, layout customization, and more. It is a versatile tool for enhancing the presentation of blog content on a website.

Key components and functionality #

Dynamic content

Content can be automatically pulled from a blog or added manually through blocks. This flexibility allows for dynamic and customizable content display.

Blog

This setting specifies the blog from which posts will be displayed. It is essential for defining the source of the content.

Tag

This setting allows users to filter content by a specific tag, ensuring that only relevant posts are displayed.

Number of items

This setting controls the number of blog posts displayed in the section. Users can choose a range from 0 to 50, with a default of 0.

Sort by

This option allows users to sort blog posts by title or date published, providing control over the order in which posts appear.

Sort order

Users can choose to display posts in ascending or descending order, further customizing the presentation of content.

Layout settings

These settings allow users to define the number of columns for desktop and mobile views, with defaults of 4 for desktop and 2 for mobile. Users can also choose between grid and slider layouts for both desktop and mobile.

Slideshow settings

These settings provide options for slideshow animations, including style and speed. Users can select from default or fade animation styles, with a default animation speed of 0.8 seconds. Autoplay settings allow for a delay range from 0 to 10 seconds, with a default of 4 seconds. Users can also enable or disable autoplay and loop slides.

Navigation and pagination

These settings control the display of navigation and pagination interfaces, allowing users to navigate through slides and view the number of slides. Pagination is not shown with the fade animation style.

Preview of next slides

This setting allows users to show a preview of the next slides in the slideshow, enhancing the user experience by providing a glimpse of upcoming content.

Usage examples #

1. Displaying a specific blog: Use the Blog setting to select a specific blog from which to display posts. This is useful for highlighting content from a particular category or author.

2. Filtering by tag: Apply the Tag setting to filter posts by a specific tag, ensuring that only relevant content is shown. This is ideal for creating themed sections on a website.

3. Customizing layout: Adjust the Layout settings to change the number of columns and choose between grid or slider layouts. This allows for a tailored presentation that fits the overall design of the website.

4. Enhancing user interaction: Enable Autoplay and Loop slides in the Slideshow settings to create a dynamic and engaging experience for visitors. This is particularly effective for keeping users engaged with the content.

By utilizing these settings and options, users can effectively manage and display their blog content in a visually appealing and organized manner.