Introduction: Why Elementor Templates Make Life Easier

Have you ever spent hours building a web page in WordPress, only to recognise you’ll need the identical layout on more than one page? I’ve been there, watching the display, wondering, “There needs to be a quicker way.”

That’s precisely where Elementor Templates come in. Think of them as pre-made constructing blocks—you lay them out once, then reuse them anywhere in your website. It’s like when a teacher prepares one lesson plan and uses it for different classes. Less work, more consistency, and your pages look professional without stress.

In this newsletter, I’ll show you:

• What Elementor Templates are
• How to use them without losing your mind
• Importing and exporting templates
• Creating custom templates with coding

By the end, you’ll experience assured use of templates like a pro, although it’s your first time in WordPress.

Types of Elementor Templates

Elementor offers a few exclusive template sorts, each with its own purpose.

1. Page Templates

These are complete page designs you can use as a base.

• Example: A business homepage template.
• You can import it, then change images, headings, and colours.
• Perfect if you want uniformity across your website.

2. Section Templates

Sections are smaller portions like headers, footers, or name-to-motion blocks.

• Example: I constantly save my publication signup segment and reuse it on every web page—it’s a huge time saver.
• Great for keeping repeated elements steady.

3. Theme Builder Templates

These are for dynamic content material, which means the content can be traded automatically.

• Includes headers, footers, single post layouts, and archive pages.
• Useful for blogs or stores where the content updates regularly.

How to Use Elementor Templates

Using templates in Elementor is straightforward, but some recommendations make it smoother:

Step 1 – Open the Editor

Go to your WordPress web page, click on Edit with Elementor, and wait for the editor to load. Think of this as starting your creative workspace.

Step 2 – Access the Template Library

Click the folder icon. You’ll see Elementor’s pre-made templates—like surfing via a toolbox full of prepared-to-use components.

Step 3 – Insert a Template

Select the template and click Insert. Voilà, it seems for your web page instantly.

• Tip: Don’t simply drop it in. Adjust the spacing, colourings, and textual content to fit your site’s layout.

Step 4 – Customise Your Template

Now comes the fun component. Replace placeholder pics, update textual content, and tweak the layout.

• Example: Change the CTA button shade to match your logo.
• This is where a template really feels like your own design.

Importing & Exporting Templates

Sometimes, you need to use a template on a unique website. Elementor makes it easy:

Export a Template

1. Go to Templates > Saved Templates
2. Hover over the template you need
3. Click Export
4. Save the. .json report

Import a Template

1. Go to Templates > Saved Templates
2. Click Import Templates
3. Upload your JSON file

• Pro Tip: Name your templates descriptively, like Header-Blog or CTA-Newsletter, so that you understand what’s what.

Creating Custom Elementor Templates with Code

For individuals who need complete manipulation, coding is the subsequent step.

Step 1 – Create a Template File

Inside your WordPress theme, make a .php file, for example: custom-template.php.

Step 2 – Add the Basic Code

<?php
/*
Template Name: Custom Elementor Template
*/

if ( ! defined( 'ABSPATH' ) ) exit;

get_header(); ?>

<div class="elementor-template-wrapper">
    <?php echo do_shortcode('[elementor-template id="123"]'); ?>
</div>

<?php get_footer(); ?>

• Replace 123 with your template ID.

Step 3 – Use Dynamic Content

Dynamic templates let Elementor pull in posts, products, or custom field data automatically. Perfect for blogs or e-commerce.

Step 4 – Save and Apply

Upload the PHP record, then assign it to a web page in WordPress. Now you have a totally reusable template.

Tip: Combine JSON templates with PHP documents for maximum flexibility.

Tips for Using Elementor Templates

• Name templates actually
• Use segment templates for repeated content like CTAs or footers
• Backup. JSON documents
• Don’t overload pages with too many templates—they can slow down your site
• Make templates mobile-pleasant
• Naturally encompass key phrases where it makes sense

Table of Template Types

FAQs

Q1: What’s the difference between a web page and a phase template?
A: Sections are blocks; web page templates are complete layouts.

Q2: Can I import templates from every other website?
A: Yes, the usage of. JSON files.

Q3: Do I want coding abilities?
A: No, only for advanced custom templates.

Q4: How do I save a section?
A: Right-click → Save as Template → Name → Save.

Q5: Will templates save time?
A: Absolutely. One template, multiple pages—less repetitive work.

Conclusion

Elementor Templates save time, effort, and headaches. You can build professional websites without repeating the same design over and over.

Whether you use the template library, import/export, or code your own, templates make your workflow faster and your site consistent.

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