We might seem quiet lately, but we are actually working very hard on a major framework update. It is so BIG that we had to skip a version. We've jumped from version 5 to 7. The reason we skipped a version is because we don't recommend downgrading your Themify themes after upgrading to v7. For this reason, we are releasing a beta version so you can try it before updating your themes.
The last v5 update focused on the frontend performance and we are happy to see many of our users' sites getting A+ score on Google Pagespeed Insights. In this v7 update, we re-coded a lot of components in the backend to optimize the framework and Builder's performance. Another significant change in v7 is the Builder row grid. We've changed the Builder row to use CSS grid in replacement of flexbox in the old version. Using the CSS grid gives more layout possibilities such as adding unlimited columns, column reordering, and creating tiled grids.
The Beta theme is based on Ultra using the latest v7 framework. Please help us test it on your staging/development sites (do not use it on any live site). As a friendly reminder, the Beta theme doesn't work with any of the current Builder addons and Builder Pro yet (please disable them prior to your test). Have fun with the beta version and let us know what you find.
Themify just got another awesome update with more new features and improvements. The Themify Updater has got better and better. Now you can install the required plugins without leaving the demo import lightbox. Other highlighted features include: accent colors, HTML/CSS editor, row/column clickable link, and dev mode. Read on this post for more details.
In case you've missed our updates, there are many new features that have been added in recent releases. Some of the exciting features include the inline editor with live image resizer and the Google Fonts importer. Editing and formatting text with the Builder is so much faster with the inline editor — just click and type. The Google Fonts importer allows you to host your own Google fonts without having to download/upload the font files manually. (more…)
Are you looking to create a stunning custom WordPress design? If so you’re in the right place. We’re revealing how to achieve exactly that with WordPress.com and Themify Ultra!
Whether it’s the first time you’re creating a website or you frequently work on custom WordPress design for clients, beautiful aesthetics are a must-have.
If you’re brand new to the web building game, you're likely wondering: which website builder will best suit my needs? But even veteran web designers are continually looking for new ways to simplify customization, site responsiveness, SEO - the list goes on...
There are loads of website builders out there that provide everything you need to build a fully functioning website. But as well as basic web design features, there are other significant factors to consider. (more…)
We have been working hard to introduce a new and revamped theme for bands, artists and all musicians alike. The new "Modern" skin is a redesign of our current Music theme, which you can experience on our Music demo, giving it a fresher and more modern look. The Modern skin has all the pre-built layouts that are essential for your site, making it a one-stop shop in achieving a great web experience.
The skin provides a layout that allows you to put a lot of information without it being too overwhelming, making your site appealing and informative at the same time. This theme's Home page alone offers the complete package, allowing you to view, in a summarized format, all the important information - updates, albums, upcoming and past events, etc - without navigating elsewhere. Offering you a very vibrant and visually appealing aesthetics, this will sure present your musicians in the best light.
Whether it is for a solo musician, a band, or for a music festival and event, the Modern skin is your perfect template in creating a top-of-the line site in just a few easy steps. Any existing users who want this new look can select it from Themify > Skin panel. The change will not affect existing sites if you don't select the new skin.
Since the release of Themify v5, we have received an overwhelming amount of positive feedbacks about the pagespeed and performance improvements. We've helped many users achieve a 90+ pagespeed score on their sites, which they weren't able to with other themes. In this post, we will present a pagespeed comparison of Themify Ultra versus Divi, Elementor, Avada, Beaver, Astra, OceanWP, all of which are extremely popular themes and page builders in the WordPress market. We are presenting an unbiased comparison using the builtin features from each theme, without any third party cache or minify plugins. The pagespeed test was audited using Google Pagespeed Insights and we've recorded the whole process, which you can watch below. When it comes to pagespeed, we are thrilled to show how Themify outperforms other themes and builders.
