A blog post is an essential part of any content marketing strategy. It is typically written to cover a specific topic or answer a question, and it is educational. Blog posts are an excellent way to share long-form articles related to your business and cover topics your target audience may want to read or learn about.

General Settings #

Element Name/Title #

Under General Settings, you will see the Element Name/Title at the top. This field shows the default name/title of the edit option you are working on, but you can rename it for easy identification as you build out your funnel page.

Blog Type #

• Standard: You can decide to use the standard type which has the blogs in a Grid View.
• Compact: You can decide to use the compact blog type which has the blogs in a List View.

This blog content will be replaced by your post content, during previews or in the live URL.

Choose Blog Site #

Select the blog site you would like to display. After selecting the desired site, you can configure the display of your posts using the “Sort By” feature.

Choose Category #

You can filter the category page using the options provided here.

Pagination #

In the Pagination settings, you can choose the number of blog posts to display on each page. While it is recommended to keep this number between six and nine posts, you may adjust it according to your preference.

Optimize Image Load #

Enhance your blog’s performance and speed by optimizing image loading. This feature reduces the file size of images without compromising quality, ensuring that your blog pages load faster. Faster loading times improve user experience, reduce bounce rates, and can positively impact search engine rankings.

Button Options #

• Button Color: Adjust the background color of the button here.
• Button Text Color: Modify the color of the button content using this selector.
• Button Border Color: Edit the color of the button border here.

Advanced Settings #

Advanced Settings provides several options to customize your blog post element. Here you have spacing options, the ability to add borders and shadows, as well as adjust visibility and add Custom CSS.

Margin & Padding #

• Padding Left, Right, Top, and Bottom: These four toggle bars move the content to either the left, right, top, or bottom of the section.
• Margin Top and Bottom: Adjust the top or bottom margin of your content by toggling its bars.

Border And Shadow #

Select your preferred border type from the available options. Upon selection, the editor will adjust to display a preview of the chosen border style.

• Style: If you select a border, you will have the option to apply one of three different styles: solid, dashed, or dotted.
• Width: Adjust the thickness of the border within the border width section.
• Color: To change the color of the border, click on the color icon.
• Border Radius: Adjusting the border-radius curves the edges of the border. The higher the value you select, the more pronounced the curvature becomes.
• Radius Edge: You can decide the corner of the border you want to curve, either all edges, Top only, or Bottom edge only.
• Box Shadow: If you want your box to have a shadow, simply select how strong or light you want the shadow to be.

Visibility #

The Visibility setting allows you to determine whether your blog post element should be displayed on mobile devices, desktops, or both. You can select your preferences by highlighting the corresponding icon.

Custom Class #

If you have a custom class, you can input it in the Custom Class field.

CSS Selector #

If you need to copy the Custom CSS, click on the “Copy” icon on the right side of the reference code.

Blog posts are a key part of any content strategy, helping you connect with your audience and share valuable insights. With the right settings and customization, you can create a blog that is both engaging and easy to navigate.

Frequently Asked Questions #

What is the Blog Post element used for? #

It displays your blog posts on a funnel or website page, letting you share long-form, educational content with your audience.

What is the difference between Standard and Compact blog types? #

Standard displays blogs in a Grid View, while Compact displays them in a List View.

How many posts should I show per page? #

In Pagination settings, it is recommended to display between six and nine posts per page, though you can adjust this to your preference.

How do I filter which posts appear? #

Use the Choose Blog Site option to pick a site, then use Choose Category and the Sort By feature to filter and order posts.

How can I speed up blog page loading? #

Enable Optimize Image Load to reduce image file sizes without losing quality, improving page speed and user experience.

Can I style the blog post buttons? #

Yes. Use Button Options to set the button color, button text color, and button border color.