When connecting your dynamic pages to their respective collections, there are some small details that often go overlooked. One of these is the opacity of the overlay on your dynamic Hero Banner image. When this element is connected dynamically, the overlay that you customized for the home page does NOT carry over. Therefore, after it is connected, you should readjust this to meet your needs. However, let it be a reminder that the preferred darkness of an image or video overlay (for your entire site) is about 35%, give or take a bit depending on the media itself.

On the mobile version of your site, be sure to fix any images that appear to be smushed or obscured by spacing constraints. We want to be sure that users get the full experience across all devices, especially on mobile since that is the most common way that users interact with a website.

Fear not! There is a quite simple solution to this phenomenon. Simply add a spacer widget and adjust it according to your respective image! Be sure to check the desktop version after adding this particular widget to the mobile version to ensure that the image size was not negatively affected by this widget. One other tip: be sure to take care of this before making any duplicates of the home page to save yourself from having to implement these edits on each dynamic page you add.

GALLERIES! A gallery widget can be an eye-catching tool to draw your viewer's attention with bold and engaging images. A couple of ways I use a gallery are by showing the different services, highlighting key features, and presenting client photos, which will add variety to your site's layout. Images hold more power than most words do, so choosing images that align with the company's brand and vision will help communicate to their clients in a more memorable way. Down below, I present a gallery of galleries, all created by talented freelancers here at Simple.biz!

Shout out to the developers who helped me with this week's tip. Here are several different ways you can use a gallery to display your content. Please enjoy the examples featured:

What Makes a Good Navigation Menu?
A functional navigation bar is the backbone of any website’s user experience. It helps users find what they need quickly and efficiently, improving engagement and retention.

Key Elements of a Good Navigation Bar

Clarity: Use concise labels like Home, Services, or About. Avoid lengthy phrases like “Learn About Us” or “Contact Us Today.”

Consistency: Keep the navigation layout consistent across all versions.

Prioritization: The most important links should come first (e.g., Home, Services) to guide users effectively. The flow should be smooth, moving logically from top to bottom. Place less critical but still essential items, such as FAQ and Contact Us, at the end of the navigation to serve as final resources.

Responsiveness: Ensure the nav works seamlessly on mobile devices.

Bonus Tip: Stick to 5–7 menu items for simplicity, and use drop-downs sparingly to avoid overwhelming users.

A well-thought-out navigation bar ensures users can explore your site effortlessly, enhancing both usability and satisfaction!

Below is a photo demonstrating all these practices in action. Notice how the header and subheader colors are designed to enhance both readability and style simultaneously.