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PinBlog includes a built-in Homepage Customizer that allows you to personalize the layout and content of your website’s homepage with ease.

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How to Use the Homepage Customizer in PinBlog

Follow these steps to set up and customize your homepage using the built-in Homepage Customizer in PinBlog.

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Step 1: Set the Homepage

• Create a new page using the appropriate homepage template.

• Go to Settings > Reading in your WordPress dashboard.

• Under Your homepage displays, select A static page.

• Choose your created page as the Homepage.

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Step 2: Access the Homepage Customizer

• Navigate to Appearance > Customize.

• Click on the Homepage tab to begin customization.

• You’ll see four subsections:

  • Blocks Layout

  • Carousel Slider

  • Popular Posts

  • Latest Posts

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Step 3: Configure Blocks Layout

• Use this section to:

  • Show or hide homepage blocks.

  • Rearrange blocks using drag-and-drop controls.

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Step 4: Customize the Carousel Slider

• Adjust the Section Header:

  • Change the title text and icon.

• Scroll down to find additional options:

  • Show/hide individual card elements (e.g., Card Title, Card Meta).

  • Configure Query Settings to control which posts are shown.

  • Set the number of posts to display.

  • Use Animation Controls to tweak slider behavior and transitions.

  • Adjust settings for mobile under the Mobile tab.

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Step 5: Set Up the Popular Posts Block

• Similar Section Header controls as the carousel.

• Includes a More Button Link to direct users to a specific page.

• Under Query Settings:

  • Choose the popular post type (e.g., by views, reactions, or saves).

  • Select a time range: Weekly, Monthly, or All Time.

  • Define how many posts to show.

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Step 6: Adjust the Latest Posts Block

• Displays your most recent posts.

• Only one control under Query Settings:

  • Set the number of posts to display.

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Final Step: Publish Your Changes

• Once all settings are configured, click the Publish button in the Customizer to save your changes.

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If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact our support team.