Index Page Guide: Setting Up & Managing Content Organization in Version 7.0
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:
- Grid Layout
- Displays content as clickable image tiles
- Creates visual navigation grid
- Links directly to associated pages
- Stacked Layout
- Arranges sections vertically on a single scrollable page
- Provides seamless content browsing
- Functions like a digital pamphlet
- 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:
- Add the Page:
- Open Pages panel
- Click + icon
- Select Index
- Enter page title
- Edit Settings:
- Hover over index in Pages panel
- Click settings icon
- Modify title, URL, and description
- Add featured images
- 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.