Index Page Guide: Setting Up & Managing Content Organization in Version 7.0

Index Page Guide: Setting Up & Managing Content Organization in Version 7.0

By Michael Chen

January 31, 2025 at 08:41 PM

Index pages in version 7.0 organize content from multiple pages into unique layouts, serving as landing pages where visitors can browse sub-pages simultaneously.

Three Main Index Page Types:

  1. Grid Layout
  • Displays content as clickable image tiles
  • Creates visual navigation grid
  • Links directly to associated pages
  1. Stacked Layout
  • Arranges sections vertically on a single scrollable page
  • Provides seamless content browsing
  • Functions like a digital pamphlet
  1. Slideshow Layout
  • Shows full-page background images with content overlay
  • Ideal for portfolios and concept introductions
  • Features clickable titles linking to full pages

Setting Up an Index Page:

  1. Add the Page:
  • Open Pages panel
  • Click + icon
  • Select Index
  • Enter page title
  1. Edit Settings:
  • Hover over index in Pages panel
  • Click settings icon
  • Modify title, URL, and description
  • Add featured images
  1. Manage Content:
  • Add pages under the Index
  • Edit individual page content
  • Reorganize by dragging and dropping
  • Add featured images to sections

Customization Options:

Grid Layout:

  • Adjust image numbers and shapes
  • Modify padding
  • Customize title display

Stacked Layout:

  • Change fonts
  • Edit navigation elements
  • Modify content display

Slideshow Layout:

  • Style page names
  • Customize navigation
  • Adjust transition effects

Security Features:

  • Password protect main index
  • Individual page protection available
  • Different protection methods for each layout type

Special Considerations:

  • Template compatibility varies
  • SEO handling differs from standard pages
  • Custom URLs use hashtags in specific templates
  • Social media sharing requires specific setup

Index pages provide flexible content organization while maintaining visual appeal and user-friendly navigation.

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