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**Author:** [@JGWeiland](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/JGWeiland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 5:06pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/nav-effect-not-working-after-changes-from-elements-2-4-to-version-3x/57704 "2026-09-24T17:06:46Z")
Hi guys, I once found a very helpful tool here in the forum about how to apply a custom component “Nav Effect” in order to change a sticky menu from transparent (begin) to a colored background (when sticky). I was happil… --- ## [Warning with contact-form rapidweaver8](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/warning-with-contact-form-rapidweaver8/57686)
**Author:** [@gilles.ikrelef](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/gilles.ikrelef)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 5:00pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/warning-with-contact-form-rapidweaver8/57686 "2026-09-24T17:00:20Z")
Hello, the contact form isn’t working in RapidWeaver 8; I get this message when I run a test send. Can you help me? Warning: session\_start(): open(/var/www/sda/6/2/gillesikrelef/sessions/sess\_e16a723d90b11da39236500903b… --- ## [Rapidweaver friendly hosting service](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/rapidweaver-friendly-hosting-service/41287)
**Author:** [@Vinnieweaver2](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Vinnieweaver2)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 4:35pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/rapidweaver-friendly-hosting-service/41287 "2026-09-24T16:35:55Z")
Can anyone suggest a hosting service that is friendly to Rapidweaver and Macs? --- ## [Some issues with static CMS items and the layout of articles on a blog page](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/some-issues-with-static-cms-items-and-the-layout-of-articles-on-a-blog-page/57692)
**Author:** [@MartWaring](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/MartWaring)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 2:46pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/some-issues-with-static-cms-items-and-the-layout-of-articles-on-a-blog-page/57692 "2026-09-24T14:46:41Z")
I’ve tried to follow along with the CMS videos on setting up the CMS and I have a working Home page with static items controlled by the CMS and showing correctly and they can be amended through an Admin page - BUT when I… --- ## [SnippetsLab now has a built-in MCP server](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/snippetslab-now-has-a-built-in-mcp-server/57702)
**Author:** [@differentdan](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/differentdan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 1:46pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/snippetslab-now-has-a-built-in-mcp-server/57702 "2026-09-24T13:46:22Z")
I think a few people here might be using SnippetsLab. For those that aren’t it’s a pretty neat app for storing code snippets and notes, and it’s free on the Mac App store. I’ve been using it for a long while to store all… --- ## [Gallery Pro - Lightbox issues](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/gallery-pro-lightbox-issues/57691)
**Author:** [@Nucifraga](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Nucifraga)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 11:27am UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/gallery-pro-lightbox-issues/57691 "2026-09-24T11:27:07Z")
Gallery Pro - Lightbox doesn’t work. Same set of images worked fine in the regular elements gallery and the lightbox too. Help please. --- ## [Changed Files Not Being Published?](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/changed-files-not-being-published/49905)
**Author:** [@logrunner](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/logrunner)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 9:24am UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/changed-files-not-being-published/49905 "2026-09-24T09:24:35Z")
I have still got the issue with Elements 1.1.1 (23782) where if in the Nova editor I change and save a PHP file in my DevPack Component that is in the DevPack shared \> assets folder, when I republish the project that inc… --- ## [\[BETA\] ShortCodes: Place Galleries, Tables or Any Other Elements Component Inside Your CMS Text](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/beta-shortcodes-place-galleries-tables-or-any-other-elements-component-inside-your-cms-text/57585)
**Author:** [@WeaverPixel](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/WeaverPixel)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 6:36pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/beta-shortcodes-place-galleries-tables-or-any-other-elements-component-inside-your-cms-text/57585 "2026-09-23T18:36:14Z")
Dear Elements Weavers, As I’ve mentioned here a few times, I’m moving my WordPress travel blog 500places.com over to Elements. SkyCast and Table of Contents were the first components I built for it – each one extends El… --- ## [ChatGPT MCP and $$$](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/chatgpt-mcp-and/57687)
**Author:** [@Macsterguy](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Macsterguy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 6:04pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/chatgpt-mcp-and/57687 "2026-09-23T18:04:50Z")
My Classic website is: https://www.jonesxray.com It has been with much difficulty that I’ve been able to wrap my head around elements and frankly, I haven’t fared too well… Now I am using ChatGPT MCP to try and complet… --- ## [Security Enhancement: Blocking Connections to Known Malicious Domains](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/security-enhancement-blocking-connections-to-known-malicious-domains/57699)
**Author:** [@differentdan](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/differentdan)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 5:25pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/security-enhancement-blocking-connections-to-known-malicious-domains/57699 "2026-09-23T17:25:02Z")
Hi Elements Hosters. :waving\_hand: Another exciting security enhancement! Ok well I know most people don’t find web hosting security very exciting, but I do.. :sweat\_smile: We’re starting the rollout of another behind-… --- ## [Custom HTML Component Lost Its Name](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/custom-html-component-lost-its-name/57672)
**Author:** [@Jeffinn](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Jeffinn)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 2:46pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/custom-html-component-lost-its-name/57672 "2026-09-23T14:46:28Z")
I have some Gumlet video links for each of my products, I made a custom HTML component where I insert the embed code for each video on each product page. Originally these html components showed up with their correct name… --- ## [Total CMS1](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/total-cms1/57659)
**Author:** [@guywoodland](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/guywoodland)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 2:44pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/total-cms1/57659 "2026-09-23T14:44:08Z")
I use Total CMS1 on all of my websites Foundation 6 and Rapidweaver Classic and was really happy with the combo. A simple question. If I use Elements and Elements CMS. Through the browser can I create new “pages”? --- ## [Migration from RapidWeaver Classic to Elements - HELP](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/migration-from-rapidweaver-classic-to-elements-help/57694)
**Author:** [@desquer](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/desquer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 1:26pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/migration-from-rapidweaver-classic-to-elements-help/57694 "2026-09-23T13:26:11Z")
Hello experts! Longtime RapidWeaver (4, 5, 8, 9) user here and it is time for me to migrate to Elements 3.0. My website is daveesquer.com and I am looking to replicate the homepage look where text drops down. Ideally, … --- ## [Keywords being used by search engines?](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/keywords-being-used-by-search-engines/57693)
**Author:** [@MichaelDroste](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/MichaelDroste)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 12:22pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/keywords-being-used-by-search-engines/57693 "2026-09-23T12:22:56Z")
Was surprised - had information - ONLY in the keywords - that a search engine was returning when I looked up my website… I thought keywords were deprecated? Anyone else run into this? --- ## [Design Prompt - First Run](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/design-prompt-first-run/57649)
**Author:** [@MichaelDroste](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/MichaelDroste)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 12:13pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/design-prompt-first-run/57649 "2026-09-23T12:13:00Z")
I personally like H2 (yes you could set H1 sizes - I know) I personally like lg body font size You may change as needed :slight\_smile: PROMPT: Elements project currently open. Use the Elements MCP tools. Site: creat… --- ## [Gallery Videos No Show](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/gallery-videos-no-show/57685)
**Author:** [@dgchichester](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/dgchichester)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 8:25pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/gallery-videos-no-show/57685 "2026-09-22T20:25:06Z")
RapidWeaver Elements 3.0.18 (24628) Hi, hoping for some guidance in getting local videos to play back. Specifically in a gallery, but this applies across the board, with direct video component as well. In a gallery, I … --- ## [Having trouble connecting to the MCP server using SuperGrok](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/having-trouble-connecting-to-the-mcp-server-using-supergrok/57683)
**Author:** [@Jamie1](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Jamie1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 7:23pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/having-trouble-connecting-to-the-mcp-server-using-supergrok/57683 "2026-09-22T19:23:00Z")
Hi, I’ve got an Elements Plus License, have enabled ‘allow AI tools to interact with Elements’ in preferences but I can’t get SuperGrok to connect with the MCP server. I understand that I need to create a Tunnel using … --- ## [Horizontal scrolling card row - how to do this?](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/horizontal-scrolling-card-row-how-to-do-this/57564)
**Author:** [@meonmac](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/meonmac)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 10:46am UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/horizontal-scrolling-card-row-how-to-do-this/57564 "2026-09-22T10:46:29Z")
Hi all, I’m trying to re-create a horizontal scrolling row with around 7 cards/items, but want only 3-4 visible at a time on desktop. While the next one in a shadow on the right waiting to be revealed by sliding. On iOS,… --- ## [Getting Ai to write your Image Alt tags](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/getting-ai-to-write-your-image-alt-tags/57682)
**Author:** [@ajenks](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/ajenks)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 10:38am UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/getting-ai-to-write-your-image-alt-tags/57682 "2026-09-22T10:38:57Z")
Hey everyone, As of now the new Ai features in Elements can’t write your image alt tags becuase of where the information is stored in the project file, but I found a work around. I’m not sure how safe this is becuase I’… --- ## [Website Launch Checklist](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/website-launch-checklist/57675)
**Author:** [@dan](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/dan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 9:19am UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/website-launch-checklist/57675 "2026-09-22T09:19:29Z")
We just published a Website Launch Checklist in the Docs, even if your site is already live it’s probably worth running through to ensure you’ve not missed anything important! --- ## [The CMS wysiwyg editor is not able to add space between text and photos](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/the-cms-wysiwyg-editor-is-not-able-to-add-space-between-text-and-photos/57665)
**Author:** [@KimG](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/KimG)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 9:03am UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/the-cms-wysiwyg-editor-is-not-able-to-add-space-between-text-and-photos/57665 "2026-09-22T09:03:02Z")
I have a post using the CMS to which I add a photo. The photo needs some space, so I try to add a line in the editor, and it looks good in the editor: (I have also tried to do the same using the Markdown editor.) The… --- ## [Finally Cooling Off Here - 65 or 73 degrees is High for Tomorrow](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/finally-cooling-off-here-65-or-73-degrees-is-high-for-tomorrow/57677)
**Author:** [@MichaelDroste](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/MichaelDroste)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 2:15am UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/finally-cooling-off-here-65-or-73-degrees-is-high-for-tomorrow/57677 "2026-09-22T02:15:43Z")
Been having a hot summer - and just recently in the 90’s Many weather apps have different predictions: one says High of 65 the other High of 73 Nice to turn off the air conditioner and open the doors and windows for so… --- ## [Container or Banner sizing for Height](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/container-or-banner-sizing-for-height/57681)
**Author:** [@MsLady](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/MsLady)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 9:43pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/container-or-banner-sizing-for-height/57681 "2026-09-21T21:43:01Z")
I’ve tried every combination possible and there is no drop down box to set the banner at 550 px or any number for that matter. I see tutorials on width & none on height . My drop down box to put the size number in is mis… --- ## [Taking a website from test domain to live](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/taking-a-website-from-test-domain-to-live/57678)
**Author:** [@RichardPhoto](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/RichardPhoto)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 8:44pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/taking-a-website-from-test-domain-to-live/57678 "2026-09-21T20:44:49Z")
I’ve moved a website from a test subdomain to my main domain. In doing so, I’ve discovered some issues. The URL in the page settings doesn’t get updated: I have altered the URL in the Project settings. Have I miss… --- ## [Elements 3.0.18 is Now Available](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/elements-3-0-18-is-now-available/57654)
**Author:** [@dan](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/dan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 7:30pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/elements-3-0-18-is-now-available/57654 "2026-09-21T19:30:08Z")
Hey Weavers, RapidWeaver Elements 3.0.18 (24628) is now available :tada: Thanks to everyone who sent us screenshots and reports after yesterday’s Golden Gate build. This update fixes several of the UI issues you spotte… --- ## [Theme changes](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/theme-changes/57679)
**Author:** [@irishchristo](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/irishchristo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 6:03pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/theme-changes/57679 "2026-09-21T18:03:17Z")
My website’s home page (alexeala-prideofthephilippines.online) has a black background with white text. I have been concentrating on the website on my Mac. Today, I had a look at the website on my iPhone and iPad and it d… --- ## [Ai Assistant in Europe](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/ai-assistant-in-europe/57653)
**Author:** [@aldo](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/aldo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 12:31pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/ai-assistant-in-europe/57653 "2026-09-21T12:31:22Z")
Dear Sirs, I’ve just downloaded version 3 but I can’t get the AI assistant to work. The panel keeps popping up asking me to configure the APIs. I’ve enabled MCP Server and installed Claude, but I can’t see the assistan… --- ## [Is there a video that shows how to set up a single field as editable from the online editor?](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/is-there-a-video-that-shows-how-to-set-up-a-single-field-as-editable-from-the-online-editor/57655)
**Author:** [@MartWaring](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/MartWaring)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 12:10pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/is-there-a-video-that-shows-how-to-set-up-a-single-field-as-editable-from-the-online-editor/57655 "2026-09-21T12:10:13Z")
I thought I would start simple with the CMS but it’s defeating me at the moment. I’ve added a CMS page with the online editor, logged on to that and created a single markdown file containing text and saved that but with … --- ## [Video Loading in Elements](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/video-loading-in-elements/57676)
**Author:** [@keithnteri](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/keithnteri)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 8:08pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/video-loading-in-elements/57676 "2026-09-20T20:08:10Z")
Video findings The shared banner video remains unchanged because Elements does not expose safe preload/poster/autoplay controls for it. The biggest future improvement would be replacing it with either: A lightweight st… --- ## [Bug Report?](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/bug-report/57673)
**Author:** [@thominator](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/thominator)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 7:57pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/bug-report/57673 "2026-09-20T19:57:38Z")
When I shutdown and come back I have an odd issue with MCP. Here’s what Claude reported: The connection to Elements just dropped again, mid-diagnosis — same failure as yesterday, and this time right after I’d been quer… [Next page](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/latest.md?page=1)