Repeater & Hover Interaction on Editor X | Editor X

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In today's post, we'll break down an interactive and stylish way to showcase your content on Editor X - using repeaters and hover interactions. This effect is perfect for creating visually appealing content, like a list or gallery, by adding a touch of hover interaction.

We'll start from scratch, guiding you through each step and even show you how to connect your repeater to a database collection. So let's dive in!

Setting Up the Editor X Page

First, we'll create a new page on Editor X, starting with a blank canvas. However, we will copy and paste an initial section from an existing example to save some time. This first section will be our blueprint for the overall design and layout.

To create a more visually appealing background, change the page's background color to a warm and subtle shade of brown.

Adding a Repeater

To start, navigate to the "add panel" and drag a repeater into your section. When first added, you should notice that the repeater is displaying only one item in a single row. Adjust the layout of the repeater to display items in a list format by changing the layout settings to "list."

To make it easier to work with the repeater, adjust the item's minimum height to 100 pixels. Additionally, ensure that the "maximum height" attribute is removed, as this can occasionally cause issues with your design.

Customizing the Repeater's Design

Now that your repeater is in place, it's time to customize its design to create a more appealing and interactive user experience.

1. Begin by selecting the repeater and positioning it in the top-left corner of your section. Set the width to 100% so that it spans the full width of your area.

2. To create a visually appealing and consistent design, add a border and background color to each item in the repeater.

3. If desired, add any necessary content elements to the repeater item, such as text, images, or buttons.

Adding Hover Interaction

Now that your repeater is in place and customized, it's time to add the exciting hover interaction effect.

1. First, create a new hover interaction within the "interaction" panel in Editor X.

2. Next, set the desired hover effect for your repeater item. This can include changing the background color, adjusting the border, or altering the positioning of content within the item. Experiment with various effects to create a unique and engaging hover interaction.

3. Finally, apply the hover interaction to each item within your repeater.

Connecting the Repeater to a Database Collection

To make your repeater even more valuable, let's connect it to a database collection. This enables you to display dynamically populated content from a collection within the repeater.

1. First, create a database collection or connect an existing collection by using Editor X's built-in database tools.

2. Once your database is set up, connect the repeater to your collection by choosing the "connect data" option in the repeater's settings panel.

3. Next, map each content element within your repeater item (such as text, images, or buttons) to the corresponding fields in your database collection, ensuring a seamless integration between your collection and your repeater items.

And there you have it! A beautiful repeater with an engaging hover interaction effect, all easily created with Editor X.

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