Creating a landing page or selecting a default template in the Genesis theme within the WordPress page editor is a straightforward process. Here’s a simple tutorial for anyone looking to make that choice:
Step-by-Step Tutorial
Step 1: Log In to Your WordPress Dashboard
Start by logging into your WordPress dashboard using your username and password.
Step 2: Create or Edit a Page
Navigate to the Pages section in the WordPress dashboard.
Click on “Add New” to create a new page, or choose an existing page from the list if you wish to edit.
Step 3: Page Editing Screen
Once you’re in the page editing screen, you’ll see the WordPress editor where you can add the title and content for your page.
Step 4: Selecting the Template
Look for the ‘Page Attributes’ section on the right-hand side of the editor. If you don’t see it, make sure you’re in the ‘Document’ tab and not the ‘Block’ tab.
Under ‘Template’, you’ll find a dropdown menu. This menu lists all the templates available in your Genesis child theme.
Step 5: Choosing Between Default and Landing Page Template
From the dropdown, you have the option to select the ‘Default Template’ or the ‘Landing Page’ template, along with any other templates your theme might offer.
Default Template: This is the standard page template that usually includes your site’s header, footer, and potentially sidebars depending on your theme’s layout.
Landing Page Template: Selecting this option will switch your page to a landing page format, which typically removes the header, navigation, sidebars, and footer, leaving a clean slate for your landing page content.
Step 6: Customize Your Page
Once you’ve selected your desired template, you can add content to your page using the WordPress block editor. For a landing page, you might include elements like a hero image, call-to-action buttons, and persuasive copy.
Step 7: Preview and Publish
Use the ‘Preview’ button to see how your page looks with the selected template. Make any necessary adjustments.
When you’re satisfied with the page, click the ‘Publish’ or ‘Update’ button to make your page live.
