How to Create and Manage Multiple Widget Settings

This guide will help you understand how to create, edit, and delete multiple widget settings for your widgets, enabling you to customize and manage each widget with ease.

 Last updated : 07 Jan, 2025

Creating a New Widget Setting

  1. Navigate to the Widget List:
    • From the dashboard, select the widget you want to customize from the widget list on the left-hand sidebar.
  2. Click on “Create New Setting”:
    • On the top right of the settings page, click the “+ Create New Setting” button.
  3. Fill in the Setting Details:
    • Provide a name for the setting in the Setting Name field (e.g., "Setting 1").
    • Customize the widget settings using the options available, such as Color Scheme, Fonts, Default Zodiac Sign, Width, or Layout.
  4. Save the Setting:
    • After making your changes, click the Save button at the bottom of the settings panel to save the new widget setting.

 

Editing an Existing Widget Setting

  1. Choose the Setting to Edit:
    • From the dropdown menu labeled “Choose Your Setting” at the top of the page, select the setting you want to edit.
  2. Click on “Edit Setting”:
    • Next to the dropdown menu, click the Edit Setting button to open the settings editor for the selected setting.
  3. Modify the Setting:
    • Make changes to the selected setting by adjusting fields like the heading, subheading, color scheme, or layout options.
  4. Save Changes:
    • Once you’ve made your adjustments, click the Save button at the bottom of the settings panel to apply the changes.

Deleting a Widget Setting

  1. Select the Setting to Delete:
    • Use the Choose Your Setting dropdown to find and select the setting you want to delete.
  2. Click the Delete Icon:
    • Next to the setting’s name in the dropdown menu, click the trash can icon to initiate the deletion process.
  3. Confirm Deletion:
    • A confirmation dialog will appear asking, “Are you sure you want to delete this item?” Click OK to confirm.
  4. Note:
    • Once deleted, the setting cannot be recovered. Ensure you have selected the correct setting before confirming deletion.

Managing Multiple Settings

Viewing and Switching Between Settings:

  • Use the Choose Your Setting dropdown to view and switch between multiple settings. Each setting is identified by its name and ID.

Best Practices for Managing Settings:

  • Organize Your Settings: Use descriptive names for settings to easily identify their purpose (e.g., “Daily Horoscope - Light Theme”).
  • Test Before Deletion: If unsure about deleting a setting, switch to it first to verify its configuration.

Troubleshooting Tips

Setting Not Showing Changes?

  • Ensure you’ve clicked the Save button after making edits.
  • Refresh the widget preview to see the updates applied.

Accidentally Deleted a Setting?

  • Unfortunately, deleted settings cannot be recovered. Recreate the setting using your notes or documentation.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can effectively create, edit, and manage multiple widget settings for your widgets, ensuring a customized experience for your users.