# Dev Diary 88: Resources & Templates **URL:** \ **Category:** Elements\ **Created:** [June 24, 2025, 1:47pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303 "2025-06-24T13:47:17Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 16\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![dan](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/dan/32/28516_2.png) [@dan](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/dan)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2025, 1:47pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/1 "2025-06-24T13:47:17Z")
Hey, In this week’s Dev Diary, we take a closer look at the new **Resources** and **Templates** features, both landing in the next build of Elements. 😊 If you’ve caught our earlier videos on these, some of it may be familiar, but this one dives deeper into how everything works and fits together. These powerful additions will make building websites even faster, and they open up exciting new opportunities for anyone interested in creating and selling their own packs on the upcoming Elements Marketplace. Build 0.9.8 of Elements will be available later today (…or tomorrow, if we hit any last minute snags 😬). Watch the video to see these features in action, and get ready for what’s coming next. [![](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/uploads/realmacsoftware1/original/3X/b/5/b58a7c0aa475b8c4b7dd46f6f1c043e8b6ca4f1e.jpeg "Dev Diary 88 - Resources & Templates") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HW6ZW2CnLfo) ## Move to [Elements](https://elementsapp.io/) Today With version 1.0 just around the corner, now is a great time to jump in and start building your next website. Visit [elementsapp.io](https://elementsapp.io/) to pick up your copy today. ## 💬 Thanks for Your Feedback The [Elements](https://elementsapp.io/) app evolves directly from your suggestions, and as always, we’d love to hear what you think so far. Your feedback truly makes all the difference 😊 Thanks again! See you soon, Dan @ Team Realmac ---
**Author:** ![PMUK](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/7993a0/32.png) [@PMUK](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/PMUK)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2025, 3:59pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/2 "2025-06-24T15:59:28Z")
Looks amazing, now stop teasing us and let us have it to play with! 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![numericcitizen](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/numericcitizen/32/26930_2.png) [@numericcitizen](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/numericcitizen)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2025, 4:27pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/3 "2025-06-24T16:27:04Z")
I think you are constantly underplaying the role of packs and templates in the learning of Elements. These a great resources to learn how things are put together to build a great website. Keep it up! ---
**Author:** ![mark\_mark](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/mark_mark/32/25691_2.png) [@mark\_mark](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/mark_mark)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2025, 5:03pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/4 "2025-06-24T17:03:27Z")
**Quick question: is it possible to use an .svg file as a background image in Elements?** Just wondering if this is supported or if it’s blocked by the web engine for any reason (e.g. performance, compatibility, or rendering issues). Would love to know what’s technically allowed or recommended here—SVGs can be a great option for lightweight, scalable visuals. Thanks! Mark ---
**Author:** ![pumpkin](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ccd318/32.png) [@pumpkin](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/pumpkin)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2025, 5:54pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/5 "2025-06-24T17:54:43Z")
So looking forward for the update. Makes creating websites so much easier once you setup your own pack and templates. Gosh, so many ideas and so little time 😉 ---
**Author:** ![handshaper](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/handshaper/32/27373_2.png) [@handshaper](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/handshaper)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2025, 6:42pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/6 "2025-06-24T18:42:08Z")
Waiting very patiently for this feature, as I have all of my resources and templates ready to be added to make my life easier and things faster to build up. ---
**Author:** ![paulcruice](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f0a364/32.png) [@paulcruice](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/paulcruice)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2025, 10:45pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/7 "2025-06-24T22:45:11Z")
Dan and Team, All I can do is use an Aussie expression: Bloody Brilliant. Thanks very much to all the team. I only have one query. Can I make a fixed Background for my page into a separate stand alone template? I might be missing the point here, but I will soon find out. Cheers. ---
**Author:** ![Thomas1234no](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/thomas1234no/32/29368_2.png) [@Thomas1234no](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Thomas1234no)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 5:45am UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/8 "2025-06-25T05:45:53Z")
Okey, guess which day we get the new build: _Poll ([view on site](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/8))_ Sorry, just looking forward to it… 🤣 ---
**Author:** ![upssjw](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/upssjw/32/26063_2.png) [@upssjw](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/upssjw)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 5:28pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/9 "2025-06-25T17:28:28Z")
No big releases Fridays ---
**Author:** ![Thomas1234no](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/thomas1234no/32/29368_2.png) [@Thomas1234no](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Thomas1234no)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 5:32pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/10 "2025-06-25T17:32:07Z")
Well, I’ve noticed that @dan voted for new build today, so I’m sitting here waiting very hopefully. 🙂 It’s still early in the evening here in Norway, and I’m not giving up hope… 🤣 ---
**Author:** ![upssjw](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/upssjw/32/26063_2.png) [@upssjw](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/upssjw)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 5:32pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/11 "2025-06-25T17:32:45Z")
Might need Monday 😂😂🤣🤣 ---
**Author:** ![Thomas1234no](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/thomas1234no/32/29368_2.png) [@Thomas1234no](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Thomas1234no)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 5:33pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/12 "2025-06-25T17:33:15Z")
I refuse to add Monday as an alternative… 🤣 ---
**Author:** ![upssjw](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/upssjw/32/26063_2.png) [@upssjw](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/upssjw)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 5:33pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/13 "2025-06-25T17:33:43Z")
Positive thinking ---
**Author:** ![Thomas1234no](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/thomas1234no/32/29368_2.png) [@Thomas1234no](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/Thomas1234no)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 5:36pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/14 "2025-06-25T17:36:23Z")
What do you think, @elementsbot, will we see the new build today? Check the votings in the poll, and give us your best look into the future… 🤣 ---
**Author:** ![upssjw](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/upssjw/32/26063_2.png) [@upssjw](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/upssjw)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 5:38pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/15 "2025-06-25T17:38:25Z")
Elementsbot here, who knows, patience is a virtue The bot is not in the know. 😂😂 ---
**Author:** ![dan](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forums.realmacsoftware.com/dan/32/28516_2.png) [@dan](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/u/dan)\ **Post date:** [June 25, 2025, 6:03pm UTC](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/dev-diary-88-resources-templates/48303/16 "2025-06-25T18:03:19Z")
The long wait is over, the Resources and Templates feature is finally here 🎉 Check out the [release notes for Elements 0.9.8](https://forums.realmacsoftware.com/t/elements-0-9-8-23634/48357/1) and start your update engines!