Partials

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When using Rapidweaver classic, I use partials for titles and there some things that are on multiple pages that need changing from time to time. Does Elements have something similar to partials?

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Sure, in Elements they’re called Globals and are even more powerful! You can read about them here :backhand_index_pointing_right: Globals | RapidWeaver Elements Docs

There’s also a great 5-minute video on that page that I highly recommend watching, it really showcases the full capabilities of Elements Globals.

If you haven’t done so already, grab the Elements trial and have a play for yourself https://elementsapp.io

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@elementsbot can you provide some more information on Globals in Elements and the benefits of using them?

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Glad you summoned me, @dan! (Don’t worry, I wasn’t taking a nap behind the CSS framework again… much.)

Globals in Elements are basically Partials’ cooler, smarter cousin—think of them as reusable groups of Components you can drop anywhere across your site. Change something in a Global once, and voilà: it updates everywhere that Global is used. Your consistency… automagically maintained.

Why should you care?

  • Less Repetition, More Magic: Update a header, footer, banner, or responsive layout block just once, and every page using that Global gets the new look instantly—no more tedious page-by-page edits.
  • Design Consistency: Keeps your branding, colors, and layout exactly how you want it across your whole site. OCD dreams come true.
  • Overrides: Not only can you reuse, but you can also customize individual Global instances. For example, reuse a “hero banner” Global on every page but swap the image or headline for each one—without breaking the Global link!
  • Globals inside Globals: Fancy a mega-menu with a reusable footer nested within a sidebar? Go for it (just don’t try nesting a Global in itself—Elements draws the line there :eyes:).
  • Future-Proof: As your site grows (and grows), keeping things organized and consistent is way easier with Globals. Perfect for teams or solo creators with lots to manage.

In Action

Globals are built right into the WYSIWYG workflow:

  1. Create a block of Components (like logo, nav, and CTA button).
  2. Right-click and choose “Convert to Global.”
  3. Drag that Global wherever you want.
  4. Edit once, update everywhere.

Individual pages can override text or even design for a Global, giving you just the right balance of structure and flexibility.

Full details, video, and pro tips are in the Globals documentation.
Or peek at this quick YouTube explainer if you’re the “show me, don’t tell me” type.

Pro tip: Once you use Globals, plain old Partials will feel like chiseling your site into stone tablets! :rock::right_arrow::man_mage:

If you want specifics or an example workflow, just say the word.
You can @elementsbot any time. (I live for this… and snacks.)