Banners and sliders are essential visual elements for enhancing user engagement on a website. They typically appear on the homepage or other key pages to highlight important promotions, announcements, or featured content.

How to Update the Homepage Slider Banners

  1. Navigate to the Banners Section:
    • Go to the Dashboard and select Ad. Banners from the menu.
  2. Add a New Slide:
    • Click the "Add Home Banners" button to create a new slide for the homepage slider.
  3. Upload and Configure the Slide:
    • Upload the slide image by selecting a photo from your computer.
    • Optionally, add a description to the banner and provide a custom link if you want the banner to direct users to another page or URL.

How to Manage Banner Settings, Types, and Placement

  1. Access Banner Settings:
    • Navigate to Dashboard => Ad. Banners.
    • Click the "Banners Settings" button located in the top-right corner.
  2. Customize Banner Options:
    • On the Banners Settings page, you can:
      • Change banner types (e.g., switch from photo to video or text banners).
      • Define or modify banner placement areas across your website.

Default Banner Places

Here are the predefined banner placement options:
  • Home Banners: Used for the main slider banners on the homepage.
  • Text Banners: Reserved for secondary text block banners on the homepage.
  • Side Banners: Positioned on the left or right side of internal pages, typically used for smaller promotional content or ads.

How to Change the Homepage Slider from Photos to a YouTube Video

  1. Clear Existing Slider Items:
    • Go to Dashboard => Ad. Banners and delete any existing slider items (if there are any).
  2. Access Banner Settings:
    • Click the "Banners Settings" button.
  3. Modify Banner Type:
    • Find and edit the "Home Banners" settings.
    • Change the banner type from Photo to Video.
  4. Add the YouTube Video:
    • Return to Ad. Banners and click "Add Home Banners".
    • Upload a video file or paste the YouTube video link in the provided field to set it as the slider content.

Best Practices

  • Use high-quality images or videos for better visual appeal.
  • Keep the banner description clear and concise to grab users' attention.
  • Regularly update the slider content to reflect new promotions or important announcements.