Before / After Widget

May 16, 2024

Overview

The Before/After image widget allows you to present two images in a dynamic and interactive manner, using a customizable slider to seamlessly transition between the two. This can create a compelling visual comparison that engages users.


Why You Might Not Want to Use the Before/After Image Widget:

  • Mismatch in Image Quality or Angles:
  • If the "Before" and "After" pictures were not taken from the same angle, or if there's a significant difference in lighting, quality, or resolution between the two images, the slider effect might emphasize these inconsistencies rather than the intended changes.
  • Text Labels in Images:
  • If the images already have "Before" and "After" labels or other text overlays, using a slider can create visual clutter and make it difficult for users to focus on the actual differences.

If the images are well-matched and free of text, the designer is free to use the widget to create an engaging visual comparison.

Steps to Add  Before / After Widget

  • To add the widget:
  • In the left panel, click Widgets.
  • Click and drag the Before & After widget into your site.

  • Content Editor
  • Right-click the widget, and click Edit Content.
  • Click + Image to add the before and after images.
  • When organizing multiple sets of before and after images, use the following naming convention: name the images in the first set as before-01 and after-01. For the second set, use before-02 and after-02. Continue this pattern for all subsequent sets to maintain consistency.
  • Note: This naming convention is specifically for before and after images only and may not follow the general image file naming best practices.
  • Before images are always on left; After images are displayed on right.
  • Type labels for the images. To hide the labels, toggle the orange eye icon on.
  • Type or generate AI alt text for the images
  • For before and after images, you can use the same alt text but add "before" or "after" to distinguish between them. For example:
  • residential roof replacement - before
  • residential roof replacement - after

  • Design Editor
  • Right-click the widget, and click Edit Design.
  • To customize the images and slider, click Images & Slider.
  • Displayed image should never exceed actual width
  • The displayed before and after image should be the same size regardless if one image is larger than the other.
  • To customize the label style and text, click Labels
  • Use the default Before and After labels unless instructed otherwise
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