Patterns are Listimia's superpower. Learn how to use them effectively to build stunning pages quickly.
Patterns are pre-designed combinations of blocks that you can insert with one click. Instead of adding 20 individual blocks, you add 1 pattern that contains all 20.
Why Patterns Beat Demo Import
Traditional demo import:
- ❌ Imports hundreds of unnecessary pages
- ❌ Bloats your database
- ❌ Includes dummy content to delete
- ❌ Creates confusion
Listimia's pattern approach:
- ✅ Insert only what you need
- ✅ Clean database
- ✅ Full control over every section
- ✅ Faster and more flexible
Spending 3-4 minutes inserting patterns beats hours cleaning up demo content.
Types of Patterns in Listimia
1. Starter Content (Complete Pages)
Complete, ready-to-use page layouts:
- Homepage designs (multiple options)
- About Us layout
- Contact page layout
- How it Works page layout
- Pricing Plans page layout
- And more...
Use these when: You want a page done fast and the design fits your needs.
2. Layout Patterns (Individual Sections)
Building blocks for custom pages:
- Hero sections
- Features sections
- Content + Image layouts
- Testimonial sections
- Banner sections
- And more...
Use these when: You want custom page layouts or to mix sections from different designs.
3. Directory-Specific Patterns
GeoDirectory-powered patterns:
- Listing grids
- Category showcases
- Featured listings
Use these when: Displaying directory content (listings, categories).
4. Template Parts
Reusable site-wide sections:
- Header
- Header Transparent
- Footer layouts
Use these when: Changing your header or footer design.
How to Insert Patterns
In Pages
- Edit any page (or create new)
- Click the + icon (in the top-left corner.) where you want to add content
- Select the Patterns tab.
- Click Explore all patterns.
- Browse or search for patterns
- Click one to insert
- Customize the content
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