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Understanding the Importance of a Hero Section
Introduction to Hero Sections
A hero section is the prominent and visually striking part of a webpage that appears at the top. It’s designed to immediately capture visitors’ attention and introduce them to the essence of the website. Typically, it includes a large image or video background along with a concise headline, a brief description, and one or more call-to-action buttons. The hero section serves as a gateway to the rest of the content on the page, enticing visitors to explore further and engage with the website’s offerings.
Benefits of a Well-Designed Hero Section
- Captures Attention: A visually appealing hero section immediately grabs the attention of visitors, increasing the likelihood of them staying on the website.
- Creates Engagement: Engaging visuals and compelling messaging in the hero section encourage visitors to interact with the website, leading to higher engagement levels.
- Enhances Brand Image: A well-designed hero section reinforces the brand identity, helping to establish a strong and memorable brand image in the minds of visitors.
- Improves Navigation: Clear and intuitive navigation elements within the hero section guide visitors to explore the website further, improving overall navigation experience.
- Boosts Conversions: Strategic placement of call-to-action buttons and persuasive copy in the hero section can lead to increased conversion rates, whether it’s sales, sign-ups, or other desired actions.
- Sets Expectations: The hero section sets the tone for the rest of the website, giving visitors a preview of what to expect and enticing them to delve deeper into the content.
- Mobile Optimization: A well-designed hero section is optimized for mobile devices, ensuring that it displays effectively across various screen sizes and devices, catering to mobile users’ needs.
- Increases Usability: By presenting important information prominently and concisely, a well-designed hero section enhances the overall usability of the website, making it easier for visitors to find what they’re looking for.
Steps on creating Hero Section
Step 1: Creating a New Page or Editing an Existing One
Navigate to your WordPress dashboard. Create a new page or edit an existing one. Save draft and click ‘Edit with Brizy’ to enter the Brizy editor.
Step 2: Adding a New Section
Click the add section. Choose an empty block. Click the setting button at the right side then select ‘Full width’.
Step 3: Crafting a Header and Menu
Customize and add a menu. Publish and save the menu. Add a new template for the header. Choose a pre-made template or create one from scratch. Adjust padding and style as needed. Set display conditions.
Step 4: Styling the Header
Navigate to the style tab. Adjust padding and remove unnecessary elements. Replace buttons with icons. Set opacity and adjust design.
Step 5: Hero Section (Main)
Go to the ‘Style’ tab. Upload a fitting background image.
Step 6: Adding Heading and Subheading
Drag and drop a heading widget onto the section. Customize the text and add a subheading.
Step 7: Adjusting Layout and Style
Experiment with layout and design. Explore style tab and advanced settings.
Step 8: Customizing Design and Typography
Utilize Brizy’s design and typography options. Play with fonts, colors, and spacing.
Step 9: Inserting Call-to-Action Buttons
Add a column container for the button. Keep the button design minimalistic.
