New multi-purpose blocky theme for WordPress – WP Tavern

A longtime master of multi-purpose WordPress themes, Themeisle has launched the first block-based theme with the same trademark style and flexibility as its predecessor. installs) and Neve (300,000+ installs) themes are distributed on WordPress.org and commercialize pro versions with upgrades and support. The Raft is the newest addition to the lineup.

When it comes to site-wide editorial support, the WordPress directory is still somewhat focused on blog themes, but Raft is designed to fit a wide variety of use cases, as described in the theme descriptions. increase.

“Ideal for blogs, small businesses, startups, agencies, corporations, e-commerce shops (WooCommerce storefronts), as well as personal portfolio sites and most types of projects.”

The default home page looks simple, but it’s the block pattern that makes this theme so versatile. Raft includes a cover image with title and background, an image gallery with title, a post query loop, two columns for features or services, three columns for features, a call to action, an FAQ, an inverted background, and a hero section. Contains patterns for creating

When users first install the theme, they are prompted to install the free Otter Blocks plugin. This adds more page building blocks and customization options. In addition to Gutenberg, Raft is also compatible with Elementor, Brizy, and Beaver Builder and supports WooCommerce. The Pro version of Otter Blocks includes more advanced WooCommerce blocks for building complex store layouts.

After activating the theme on the new installation,[カスタマイズ]Clicking takes the user to the site editor, pre-filled to look almost identical to the demo. Not much in the demo. The page is kept fairly simple and the pattern is shown on another page. Raft isn’t a blank slate, but it’s not chock-full of content and animation, leaving room for your imagination.

The theme comes in 8 beautifully designed style variations, each with harmonious color combinations to create a different feel for your website.

Rift packages a full site editing template that users can edit to further customize the 404, main page for a single blog post, front page, archive, etc. Also included is a blank page template.

Themeisle sells popular classic themes on WordPress.org with a pro version that includes starter templates, additional header and footer options, custom layouts, WooCommerce layouts, and other features. The company doesn’t make a pro version of his Raft. They may still be developing upgrade options, but custom layouts are much easier to create in the Block Editor, so Block World is game changing. User expectations vary. It will be interesting to see how Themeisle sells its first block theme compared to its traditional offering.

Rift is a good option if you want a lightweight theme that isn’t too dogmatic, but provides a basic design as a starting point to build your page and customize it with more advanced tools as needed. If you’re already one of over 100,000 Otter Blocks users, this theme will integrate seamlessly. Raft can be downloaded for free from WordPress.org.