Question about Headers and Top Bar

[Andres]

I have a quick question regarding the header and top bar elements, and am not sure it merits opening another ticket.

Regarding headers, there will be only 2 pages on our site – the homepage and one category page – that will have have a full-width header, one with a slider and the other with one image. None of the other pages and posts will use this. If the header element is used in only these 2 instances, would it be fine to create an Element that disables headers on all pages and then use a Header Element for the 2 pages where we will use a header? Should I also create an exception in the Element that disables headers site wide to exclude the homepage and the one category page?

Regarding the top bar, I don’t think we will use it. After reading the documentation I found on GP on the top bar, it’s not really clear what it’s for (that’s just me). On our site, we’re just going to have a basic transparent navigation bar with maybe some social media icons. As such, would it be alright to disable it site wide if not used?

Thank you.

[David]

Hi there,

The Top Bar is just a widget area above the header – it is only displayed on the site if it contains a widget.

You can use Header Elements any how you need.
You could create a Header Element just for your Front Page and a separate Header for your Blog page. They will only display where you want them.

Documentation: http://docs.generatepress.com/
Adding CSS: http://docs.generatepress.com/article/adding-css/

[Andres]

Hi David,

Thanks for the info.

I’m a bit confused. What is the difference between the header that is active by default on all pages and posts (Post/Page > Document > Disable Elements > Header) and a header element created in Appearance > Elements > Add New > Header?

Thanks!

Andrés

[David]

Header refers to the Site Header – which by default is where your logo, site title, tagline and maybe a floated navigation would be displayed.

Header Elements are the sections that can be displayed under ( or merged ) with the site Header. Used mainly for displaying a Hero section or call to action.

Documentation: http://docs.generatepress.com/
Adding CSS: http://docs.generatepress.com/article/adding-css/

[Andres]

Hi David,

Thanks for the clarification.

Have a good day.

Regards,

Andrés

[David]

You’re welcome

Documentation: http://docs.generatepress.com/
Adding CSS: http://docs.generatepress.com/article/adding-css/

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