Tips, Tricks & FAQ
Unyson setup, ACF PRO updates, page-template troubleshooting, portfolio questions, and child themes.
General
Using a Child Theme
A child theme is a theme that inherits the functionality of another theme, called the parent theme. Child themes allow you to modify, or add to the functionality of that parent theme. A child theme is the best, safest, and easiest way to modify an existing theme, whether you want to make a few tiny changes or extensive changes. Instead of modifying the theme files directly, you can create a child theme and override within. You can find more information here.
The Theme comes with already created child theme ( vivian-theme-child ). If you create customizations, it's recommended to use that instead of the parent theme.
How can I select categories for the Gallery Images?
The Images use the Portfolio Categories. When you go to Media > Library on the left side of the Admin Panel and select an image you can add a category for it in its options. The Category is the last field on the right - you can pick an already created category or create a new one from there. New Portfolio Categories can also be added from Portfolio > Portfolio Categories on the left side of the Admin Panel.
I can't find a Frontpage Template, where is it?
There isn't a template that is created only for this purpose. All of the Page Templates can be customized and styled so they can be used as a Frontpage. When you are done creating the page, make sure you select it from Settings > Reading > Front Page. Keep in mind that you don't have to select a Posts Page.
I have added widgets for the sidebar, but it is not displayed.
In Appearance > Theme Settings > General make sure you have selected the Show Sidebar option on the bottom of the list with options. You can also specify the Sidebar Position from here - left or right.