Introduction
The Swapcard Page Builder is a powerful no-code tool that enables event organizers to design and customize homepages by adding, editing, and arranging content sections. This feature allows users to craft a visually appealing, engaging, and informative homepage that aligns with their event’s branding and goals.
With various section types available—such as banners, rich text, buttons, and sponsor showcases—event organizers can create a personalized experience that enhances attendee engagement and improves navigation.
How to access the Page Builder
To start customizing your homepage, follow these steps:
Log into the Studioand navigate to the relevant event.
Go to Event Builder → Pages & Menu.
Select "Open page builder" to launch the page builder.
The Page Builder is designed for ease of use, with a clean and structured interface. Below is an overview of its key components:
1. Top toolbar
Exit Builder: Closes the builder and returns to the event dashboard.
Open Event: Navigates directly to the event view.
Mobile/Desktop toggle: Switches between mobile and desktop previews.
Reset changes: Discards all unsaved edits and reverts to the last saved version.
Save changes: Saves all modifications but does not publish the event unless it is already live.
2. Sidebar controls
Create section: Opens a menu to add new content blocks (e.g., banners, text, images).
Sections overview: Displays all sections on the homepage, allowing users to:
Reorder sections via drag-and-drop.
Duplicate existing sections.
Delete unnecessary sections.
3. Editing panel
When a section is selected, an Editing Panel appears, offering customization options such as:
Text formatting
Button configuration (linking to internal or external pages).
Image uploads and alignment settings.
How to create and manage sections
Adding new sections
To add a section:
Click "Create Section" in the sidebar.
Choose a section type:
Banner: Large image or promotional content.
Rich text: Titles and text blocks.
Media with text: Image and text combinations.
Buttons: Call-to-action buttons.
Sponsors: Highlight event sponsors.
Editing sections
Click a section to open the editing panel.
Modify text, images, or buttons as needed.
Set button links to internal event pages or external URLs.
Arranging sections
Reorder sections: Drag and drop sections into the desired order.
Duplicate sections: Clone an existing section to maintain consistency.
Delete sections: Remove unnecessary content blocks.
Publishing and versioning
Draft Mode: All changes are saved in draft mode before publishing.
Preview Draft: View how the homepage will appear before making it live.
Save Changes: Updates the homepage instantly for attendees if the event is published.
Banner images and Pictures: best practices
When adding images to your event pages, it's important to understand how Swapcard handles different image types:
Banner images: Banner images are used as decorative background elements. Their visible area may vary depending on the user's screen size in the event app. While you can upload banners with any ratio and large dimensions, the system will automatically adjust and crop as needed to fit different devices.
💡 Avoid placing important text, logos, or key visuals inside a banner image, as they may be cropped. Instead, use the designated text fields for critical information.Picture elements: Picture elements are not used as backgrounds and maintain a 1.6 ratio (width to height). The uploaded size is flexible, as Swapcard will resize images automatically. However, using a width of around 1200px is a good guideline for optimal display across most devices.
The Swapcard Page Builder empowers event organizers to create visually appealing and user-friendly homepages without coding. By leveraging customizable sections, intuitive editing tools, and easy publishing options, you can ensure a seamless experience for attendees. Start designing your homepage today to maximize engagement and event success!
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