Singles & Structure

Understanding Singles and Structure Sections

In this video, I explain the difference between singles and structure sections, using practical examples. 

I show you how to create a single for a homepage and a structure for inside pages like the footer, navigation, and more. In this lesson, I walk you through creating a single page for a homepage, including adding an SEO title and description. I then guide you on setting up a structured section for internal pages, demonstrating how to install and use a rich text editor plugin. By the end of the video, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of managing singles and structures in your site, ensuring a well-organized sitemap and proper URL formatting. Stay tuned for the next lesson where we'll dive into enhancing navigation with additional plugins.

Summary

1. Introduction to Singles and Structures: I start by explaining the fundamental differences between single pages and structured sections, setting the stage for practical implementation.
2. Creating a Single Page: I demonstrate how to create a single page for the homepage, including setting the SEO title and description, and making it the default landing page.
3. Adding SEO Elements: Learn how to add SEO elements to your single page to improve search engine visibility, ensuring all necessary metadata is included.
4. Setting Up Structured Sections: I guide you through setting up structured sections for inside pages like footers, navigation, and more, emphasizing the importance of organization.
5. Installing Redactor Plugin: I show you how to install and configure the Redactor plugin, a powerful tool for creating rich text areas with advanced formatting options.
6. Creating Templates for Structured Sections: Discover how to create and customize templates for your structured sections, ensuring each page follows a consistent design.
7. Organizing the Sitemap: I explain how to organize your sitemap to reflect the structure of your site, making navigation intuitive for users.
8. Understanding URL Formatting: Learn how to format URLs to include parent and child page names, ensuring a logical and readable URL structure.
9. Troubleshooting Common Issues: I cover common issues you might encounter when working with singles and structures, offering practical solutions.
10. Preview and Testing: Finally, I show you how to preview and test your pages to ensure everything is working correctly before going live.