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[Resolved] Views vs Layouts questions

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Problem:

The issue here is that the user wanted to know the difference between Layouts and Views.

Solution:

Usually we recommend using the layouts plugin if you want to customize the entire page itself including the content. With Layouts your able to add the different cells anywhere you want and even adding a sidebar to a page where there isn't one.

When adding a view to the layout you will use the Layout cell, however adding the shortcode to a visual editor cell also works but your wouldn't be able t edit the view directly from the layout.

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Last updated by UrsulaM3313 6 years, 4 months ago.

Assisted by: Shane.

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#955658

Hi:
I'm a little confused as to when to use Views with Layouts.
Do you insert Views into Layout cells, or do you simply insert fields shortcodes (not in a View) into Layout cells?
Can you use either method?
If so, how do you determine which method to use and when?
What are the pros and cons of each method, and what are some best use cases?
Thank you.

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Shane
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Hi Ursula,

Usually we recommend using the layouts plugin if you want to customize the entire page itself including the content. With Layouts your able to add the different cells anywhere you want and even adding a sidebar to a page where there isn't one.

When adding a view to the layout you will use the Layout cell, however adding the shortcode to a visual editor cell also works but your wouldn't be able t edit the view directly from the layout.

Thanks,
Shane

#957993

Thank you.

#957996

thanks for the help, appreciate it.