Explore 3 new Studio features that are currently rolling out: a redesigned font picker panel, a new keyboard shortcut to view spacing indications, and preview sites on mobile with QR codes.
Also this month: the pagination bar is now available to all Studio creators, you can now trigger automations directly from your code, and the new Mobile Widget Builder is live.
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Wix Studio News
Find and switch fonts faster in the Studio Editor
Find and switch fonts efficiently with the new font picker panel which groups font families for better organization and has an added sub-menu for font weights. We’ve also separated fonts into “recent” and “filtered” views, so you can quickly spot the ones you’ve uploaded or find standard options.
Note: This feature is currently rolling out. If you’re not seeing it yet, you should be soon
Quickly view spacing and distance between elements with a new keyboard shortcut
You can now view spacing indications quicker with a new keyboard shortcut. Use Opt (or Alt on PC) to view spacing and distance between a selected element and a hovered element on canvas.
This new shortcut gives you greater control over element positioning and ensures a smoother, more accurate editing experience.
Note: This feature is currently rolling out. If you’re not seeing it yet, you should be soon
Easily preview sites on mobile with QR codes
Instantly preview client sites on any mobile device by using a QR code.
When you scan the code, you’ll see a test version of the site.
You can also share the QR code link with clients for a seamless way to get their feedback.
Note: This feature is currently rolling out. If you’re not seeing it yet, you should be soon
The pagination bar is now available on Studio
This component doesn’t need much of an introduction , but for those who don’t know, the pagination bar makes it easier to navigate and optimize large CMS collections. Connect it to your CMS dataset on dynamic pages to enhance usability and help search engines and site visitors effortlessly explore content.
Find the pagination bar in the “Add” panel under “Menus and Search”.
Dev News
Automations Custom Trigger API
With the Automations Custom Trigger API, you can now run automations on a site directly from your code. Use the runTrigger
method to trigger the automation. Any automations you wish to run must have the Velo code trigger set as their trigger
New properties accessibility
and lang
for $w Elements
The accessibility
object allows you to set various accessibility properties, including ARIA attributes.
The lang
property enhances accessibility by allowing assistive technologies to recognize the language of the content, improving navigation and comprehension for users.
Note: not all elements support the same accessibility properties. Refer to an element’s accessibility object to see which accessibility properties are supported by that element.
Find the complete set of SDK Release Notes here.
News and Announcements
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Design and create mobile apps your way with Custom Widgets
Custom Widgets give you an extra level of customization over app design, UX, and functionality. You can build them in the new Mobile Widget Builder, which is based on the Studio Editor. Simply use the drag-and-drop editor to design your own widgets and add them to client apps.Build beautiful interfaces, add dynamic content that connects to the CMS, and pair Wix-built widgets with your own custom widgets to get an app that does exactly what your clients need.
With the heavy lifting taken care of, you can focus on creating widgets that are unique to your clients’ businesses.
Want to get even more specific? Add advanced capabilities and custom logic using the same coding environment and APIs you’re already familiar with.
Note: Currently, you can only build custom widgets for your native mobile app if your site is built on the Studio Editor
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Site visitors can now schedule appointments through Wix Forms
Add a Scheduling field to Wix Forms so site visitors can book free meetings or consultations directly from the site. Meetings sync with the Wix Bookings’ calendar, ensuring clients’ schedules stay organized while helping them generate leads and grow their customer base.Customize details like meeting format, duration, and staff assignments for a seamless process.
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