Step-by-Step Guide to Access and Customize Panchang Widgets Using Your Dashboard

Last updated : 19 Dec, 2024

Step-by-Step Guide to Access and Customize Panchang Widgets Using Your Dashboard

The Daily Panchang widget offers users a quick, accessible view of essential Hindu calendar details, including sunrise, moonrise, tithi, and auspicious timings. Adding this widget enhances your site by providing daily astrological insights that help users align their activities with traditional timings.

 Last updated : 19 Dec, 2024
 Guide

Step 1: Log In to Your Dashboard

Begin by visiting the login page of your astrology dashboard. Enter your registered email ID and password, as shown in the image below, and click on the "Sign In" button.

 
  • If you don’t have an account, you can click "Sign Up" to create a new one.
  • Forgot your password? Use the "Forgot Password" option to reset it.

 

Step 2: Navigate to the Dashboard

After logging in, you will be directed to the main dashboard. Here, you can access multiple features like subscriptions, billing, API keys, and widgets.

  • Locate the Widgets option in the left-hand menu.
  • Click on it to view and manage your Daily Panchang widgets.

 

Step 3: Select the Desired Widget

In the widget section, you’ll find a list of available widgets, such as Horoscope, Indian Astrology, and Tarot Widgets. Select Indian Astrology to proceed and then choose the Daily Panchang option.

 

Step 4: Access the Widget Customization Panel

Once you select the Panchang widget, you will see the customization panel. This allows you to:

  • Copy script codes for embedding on your website.
  • Use iframe or WordPress shortcodes depending on your platform.

 

Step 5: Preview Panchang Content

The widget preview section displays daily Panchang details, including Sunrise, Moonrise, Sunset, Moonset, and Panchang information such as Tithi, Nakshatra, and more. Users can toggle between Previous Day, Today, and Next Day to view the Panchang for different dates.

  • This helps you understand how the widget will look on your website.
  • Ensure the content is engaging for your target audience.

 

Step 6: Configuring the Widget

Customize the widget's appearance and functionality to align with your page design and user preferences. Follow these steps:

1. Change the Setting Name:

  • Locate the Setting Name field in the settings panel.
  • Enter your desired name to label this configuration.

 

2. Adjust the Color Scheme:

  • Click on the Color Scheme option in the panel.

Select a Pre-set Theme: Choose from various pre-designed color themes, such as:

  • Brut: Light, Light Accent, Accent, Dark, Dark Accent.
  • Metallic: Subtle metallic tones with lighter and darker shades.
  • Evergreen: Calm, green-toned color palettes.
  • Burgundy: Modern themes with rich and vibrant shades.
  • Serenity: Soft pastel shades including purples and whites.
  • Emerald: A deep and rich green palette.

Color Scheme Section: Each pre-designed theme includes options like Light, Light Accent, Accent, Dark, and Dark Accent for fine-tuning colors.

  • Customize Colors: Click the Edit (Pencil Icon) to adjust:
  • Primary Colors: Background, Heading, Paragraphs, and Lines.
  • Secondary Colors: Background, Heading, Paragraphs, and Lines.

Automatic Save: All changes are saved automatically, and you can preview updates in real time in the widget preview section.

 

3. Adjust the Fonts:

  • Click on the Fonts option in the settings panel.

A list of font options will appear, including:

  • Website Default: Uses the default font style of your website.
  • Cormorant Garamond: A classic serif font that provides an elegant and traditional look.
  • Forum: A clean, serif font ideal for headings and formal text.
  • Sen: A modern sans-serif font for a clean and minimalistic design.
  • Montserrat: A popular sans-serif font with a bold and modern appeal.
  • DM Sans: A simple and readable sans-serif font, great for body text etc.

Preview Fonts: Selecting a font will update the widget's text in real-time on the preview section.

Choose a font that matches your website’s style and enhances readability.

Save: Changes are saved automatically without needing manual action.

 

4. Heading and Subheading

  • Heading: Enter "Daily Panchang - Discover Auspicious Timings" to clearly reflect the widget’s purpose of providing users with daily Panchang readings.
  • Subheading: Set the subheading to "The Panchang widget provides daily readings based on the Vedic calendar, offering insights into auspicious timings and important rituals." This gives users a brief overview of what the widget offers and the value of the information they will receive.

 

Step 7: Customizing Content Sections

You can control the visibility of specific sections in the Panchang widget to customize what information is shown:

  • Sunrise and Moonrise: Display or hide sunrise and moonrise timings.
  • Panchang Details: Choose to show or hide essential panchang details like Tithi and Nakshatra.
  • Lunar Month and Samvat: Control the visibility of lunar month details, useful for followers of the lunar calendar.
  • Rashi and Nakshatra: Display or hide Rashi (zodiac) and Nakshatra (constellation) information.
  • Ritu and Ayana: Show or hide information on seasonal divisions and Ayana (solar half-year).
  • Auspicious and Inauspicious Timings: Choose to display Mahurat (auspicious times) and inauspicious timings, beneficial for those planning significant activities.
  • Additional Sections: Configure other advanced sections like Nivas, Shool, and Chandrabalam Tarabalam if they are relevant to your audience.

 

Step 8: Section Order Adjustment

  • Reorder Sections: Customize the display order by dragging and arranging sections, such as having Sunrise and Moonrise at the top, followed by Panchang and Nakshatra. Adjusting section order can improve user experience based on the information's priority.

 

Step 9: Use the Preview Functionality

To ensure your horoscope widget looks perfect across all devices, use the Preview Functionality located in the top-right corner of the customization screen. This feature allows you to switch between different device views:

  • Desktop View: See how the widget appears on a large screen.
  • Tablet View: Preview how it will display on medium-sized devices like tablets.
  • Mobile View: Check the responsiveness and layout on mobile screens.

Toggle between these views to ensure the design, fonts, and content remain consistent across all devices. This step helps you deliver a seamless user experience for all your visitors.

 

Step 10: Save and Embed the Widget

After finalizing the customization:

  1. Click the Save button.
  2. Copy the generated code snippet and embed it on your website.

 

Step 11: Editing Widget Settings

To modify the widget settings for better customization, follow these steps:

Locate the Widget:

  • Navigate to the Widget List on the left sidebar and select the desired widget (e.g., Horoscope).

Access the Settings:

  • On the right side of the screen, click the Edit Setting button.

 

Make Customizations:

  • After clicking Edit Setting, a settings panel will appear.
  • Adjust parameters like layout, width, default zodiac sign, paragraph style, icon layouts, and more as per your preferences.

Save Changes:

  • Once you’ve made the desired changes, ensure you click the Save button to apply your updates.
  • The widget will now appear live on your website as per your settings.

 

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can effortlessly integrate a Panchang widget into your page, providing your users with a daily dose of important Hindu calendar details. Configuring, previewing, and publishing your widget enhances the user experience by making traditional timing insights easily accessible and visually appealing.