Elements 2.0 Is Here: Out of Beta and Available Now

We’re thrilled to announce that Elements 2.0 is now out of beta and available to everyone.

This release marks a big milestone for us, bringing together user feedback, refinement, and real-world testing into a faster, more capable, and more polished version of Elements. It’s packed with powerful new components, thoughtful usability improvements, and countless under-the-hood enhancements designed to make building modern websites smoother and more enjoyable.

Since the very first launch of Elements, we’ve shipped new builds every single week, continuously improving performance, expanding functionality, and responding to your feedback. Take a look at the release notes page, it’s mind-blowing what we’ve accomplished in such a short space of time :exploding_head: And the best part is, that rapid pace is not slowing down…

We have an absolutely huge year ahead, with major improvements, brand new features, and exciting additions already in the pipeline. We can’t wait to share what’s coming next and continue building Elements together with all of you.

What’s New in Elements 2.0

  • Added Content Slider Component
  • Added List Component
  • Added Tabs Component
  • Added Table Component
  • Added Breadcrumb Component
  • Added Markdown Component with a live editor
  • Added Atlas Theme
  • Added Elegant Theme
  • Added Neon Theme
  • Added Yarrow Theme
  • API: Added @markdown support to the Elements API
  • API: Added support for Dropzones inside loops (@each)
  • API: Added support for Default collections
  • API: Added support for dropping image resources into the Markdown editor
  • Dropping an image or file into a code area now inserts the file path
  • Added right-click option to Edit Markdown
  • Added right-click option to Edit Custom Component
  • Control-click now works in group views in the Inspector
  • Purchased Packs are now collapsed by default
  • Added SVG Mask option to the Image Component
  • Added List styling options to Typography
  • Added Small Caps option to Typography
  • Added border radius controls to Image Slider Component buttons
  • Menu Component now supports background colour and border radius on items
  • Added numerical colour values to colour strips in the Inspector
  • Added option to set spacing between dropdown menu items
  • YouTube video and playlist URLs are now added correctly via Add Remote Resources
  • Videos in Modals now stop playing when closed
  • Accordion Components can now be nested
  • Added support for overriding the site language attribute on a per-page basis
  • Ensure folders do not have page extensions
  • Dark mode media queries are no longer generated when dark mode is disabled
  • Added UI badge to Dev Components
  • Default option can now be set in the Select Component
  • Open-sourced Core Components and internal build tools
  • Moved Elements CMS from the Core Pack into its own pack
  • Moved Form Components from the Core Pack into their own pack
  • Project backup is now set to Every time by default
  • Fixed slider values being cut off by increasing available space
  • Fixed radio component styling issues
  • Fixed transparency issue with Modal overlays
  • Fixed issue with resetting default values on theme spacing
  • Fixed CMS Load More not working when used in a subfolder
  • Added support for linking to products in the Elements Store
  • Added ability to upload support logs directly
  • Updated shadow colour in Elegant Theme
  • Updated colours and shadows in Neon Theme
  • Tabs Component now work responsively
  • Fixed List Component when using multiple lines of text
  • Fixed duplicate toggle UI in Top Pages Component
  • Built-in Form and CMS packs are no longer listed in Store update window
  • Added option to upload logs, projects, and files to Support via Help menu
  • In-app theme creation and editing (Pro license)
  • Added support for “Replace Resource…” in Resources area
  • Improved renaming empty text components (Just double click)
  • Added tab support for Tables (you can now tab between cells while editing)
  • We now mark document as dirty when replacing resource images
  • Fixed List “list-inside” text wrapping below marker in edit mode
  • Removed duplicated advanced properties in Table Component
  • Fix for Google Fonts API quota exhaustion causing hangs
  • Added Local Network Preview (Project Settings > Advanced)
  • Fixed issue with dark mode colours sometimes showing in light mode
  • Fixed text area sometimes not displaying correctly in Editor
  • Added an Elements Store button to Welcome window
  • Improved the upgrade/downgrade license flow in settings

Availability

RapidWeaver Elements 2.0 is available now as a free upgrade for everyone with an active subscription.

If you already own Elements, there’s nothing you need to do. Version 2.0 is included with your current licence, along with all updates released during your active licence period.

Crossgrade to Elements

Not using Elements yet? Get 25% off when you crossgrade from Blocs, Sitely, or any other Mac-based website builder. The offer also applies to RapidWeaver Classic and Stacks users. Feel free to share the link below, it automatically applies the discount at checkout.

:backhand_index_pointing_right: Get 25% off Elements for macOS today

System Requirements

In order to run Elements you will need to meet the minimum requirements:

  • Requires macOS 13 Ventura or newer.
  • Apple Silicon or Intel based Mac.

The trial mode in Elements has the following limitations:

  • No publishing: You can’t upload or publish sites in trial mode.
  • No export: Exporting project files is disabled.
  • Maximum of 3 pages: You can only add up to three pages per project.

:backhand_index_pointing_right: Download Elements 2.0 for macOS

The Future of Web Design

Thanks for being part of Elements and for helping us shape the future of web design on the Mac. Your feedback during the beta has been hugely valuable and played a big role in where Elements goes from here.

We’re excited to keep building, refining, and shipping, and we really can’t wait to show you what’s coming next.

Thanks
Team Elements

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Thank you so much for the continual development of the “basic” Elements platform.

Elements is so much easier and more powerful than others I’ve used!

:grinning_face:

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Congratulations :balloon: big release!!!

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Awww, thanks @MichaelDroste and @rashley :smiling_face:

Huge shout out to @dan , @differentdan , and @ben . Big step forward with this release.

Those under the hood improvements are paying off, since updating the the official 2.0 release, things seem snapper and more refined inside the app.

You guys are awesome!

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Great!

What to do if I have Beta 6 already installed? Should I install the non beta?

Yes, this is the newer version, you’ll always get prompted for the latest :+1:

Great Job, and many thanks for Masonry exactly what I was hoping for!

What Gallery is concerned perfect! The Gallery 2 appears pretty expensive. It’s a bit of luxurious extension when compared to some others.

Upgraded to 2.0 but struggling to find the new themes:

  • Added Atlas Theme
  • Added Elegant Theme
  • Added Neon Theme
  • Added Yarrow Theme

Ignore that. New to Elements. Thought it was like RW themes. Elements is a bit short on pre-made ‘projects’ but there seems to be a lot more control over how a pre made project looks, compared to RW.

It’s not that short, actually. In the RapidWeaver Marketplace you can currently find 14 free templates, and many more that can be purchased for a small price.

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Congratulations :tada: This is an excellent update; it’s truly next-generation