How to choose a Landing Page Template in Page Editor of WordPress running Genesis Theme
by Brett | Uncategorized
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.
