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Text Element

Introduction​

The Text module in Builderius is a simple yet essential element used to style and apply formatting to specific portions of your content. As an inline-level container, the Text module allows you to target individual text segments for customization without affecting the overall document structure. With the Text module, you can easily add visual emphasis, change colors, apply styles, or modify font properties for specific parts of your text.

When you insert the Text module into the canvas, it automatically generates a <span> HTML tag, span does not inherently have any meaning attached to it. This tag allows you to target and style specific text elements with CSS properties, enhancing the visual appearance of your content. The Text module is suitable for applying inline-level styles to specific portions of your text, making it more appropriate for textual content rather than for grouping and sectioning purposes, which is the primary purpose of block-level elements like the Text Element module. Additionally, both the Text module and the Text Element module can be transformed into any Text Element at any time.

Standard Module Settings​

The Text Element module shares standard settings with other Builderius modules, making it easy to adapt and use across your designs. Once you learn how to use Text Element you know how to use other modules as well. These settings are divided into two main sections: Data Settings and CSS Settings. Let's explore each in detail.

Data Settings​

Module data settings

Content​

The Content section allows you to define the textual content to be displayed inside the Text Element module. You can enter simple static text, utilize HTML markup (with autocomplete), and use dynamic data template tags to display information from the WordPress database, JSON, or other data source. Remember, you can nest child modules within this module to create complex content structures.

HTML Tag​

The HTML Tag setting empowers you to select an HTML tag from the provided drop-down list or create a custom HTML element by entering any string of letters (follow the syntax rules).

This toggle allows you to convert the module into a link element. When enabled, you can manually specify a URL or use dynamic data to generate the link. Please note that activating this option will replace the previously selected HTML tag with the appropriate anchor or link element.

HTML Attributes​

In this section, you can add various attributes to the module's HTML code. These attributes enable you to label or modify the behavior of the module. There are three types of attributes you can work with:

Module html attributes

Classes​

Add multiple classes to apply styles (e.g., color, size, spacing) to multiple modules simultaneously.

ID​

Assign a unique ID name to identify this module distinctively. IDs are commonly used for in-page linking or establishing relationships between different modules on the page.

Custom Attributes​

Create custom attributes, such as aria- type attributes for screen reader accessibility or data- type attributes to extend module functionality. You can define both the attribute name and its value.

Conditions​

The Conditions section allows you to set server-side conditions for displaying the Text Element module. These conditions are processed before the page is generated, meaning that if the conditions are not met, the module will not appear on the page. Conditions are a powerful way to customize what content appears based on various factors. For more information on conditions, refer to our documentation on conditions.

Module conditions

CSS Settings​

Module CSS settings

Creating media queries​

Module creating new media query

Creating pseudo CSS selectors​

Module pseudo selectors

Creating custom CSS selectors​

Module adding CSS selector

The CSS Settings area provides extensive control over the design and styling of the Text Element module. You can craft the appearance of the module using various CSS methods. The CSS Settings are organized under several subsections:

CSS Variables​

Create CSS variables to ensure consistent styles across the Text Element module and its submodules. Various types of CSS variables are supported, including integer, number, color, image, percentage, length, angle, time, and any value.

Creating CSS Variables​

Module CSS variables

Using CSS Variables​

Module using CSS variables

Layout​

Control the module's layout using CSS methods such as flexbox and grid, among others.

Positioning​

Adjust the positioning of the module using position methods like fixed, absolute, relative, and more.

Size​

Manage the size and spacing of the Text Element module to achieve the desired visual effect.

Typography​

Control the presentation of text within the module using typographic CSS properties like font-size, line-height, letter-spacing and more.

Border​

Design borders and outlines to enhance the module's appearance.

Background​

Apply color, gradients, or images to the module's background as per design needs.

Extra​

Additional settings can be found here, offering more customization options.

Examples and Use Cases​

To better understand the potential of the Text Element module, let's explore some practical examples and use cases. These examples will showcase how you can utilize this module to create various elements for your website or application.

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Additional Resources​

For more in-depth information the Text Element module, refer to the following resources:

Conclusion

Congratulations! You've learned about the Text Element module and its essential settings in Builderius. Armed with this knowledge, you can now create any kind of html element to enhance your website or application. Experiment, explore, and unleash your creativity with the Text Element module!