Meditate WordPress Theme Documentation

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a WordPress Theme. This documentation consists of several parts and shows you the entire process of setting up and administering a WordPress Website from scratch.

What is WordPress CMS?

WordPress is a free and open source blogging tool and a content management system (CMS) based on PHP and MySQL. It enables you to build Websites and powerful on-line applications and requires almost no technical skills or knowledge to manage. Many aspects, including its ease of use and extensibility, have made WordPress the most popular Web site software available. Learn More

What is a WordPress template

A WordPress template is a skin for a website built with the WordPress CMS platform. In other words, you can easily change your WordPress Web site appearance by installing a new template in a few easy steps. With all its simplicity, a WordPress template is provided with all the necessary source files and you are free to edit or extend it the way you need.

Help and Support

Files structure

The template package you have downloaded consists of several folders. Let's see what each folder contains:

  • documentation - contains documentation files.
    • documentation.html - the main documentation file. You are right here :)
  • screenshots - contains template screenshots. Not for production.
  • theme - contains WordPress theme files.
    • theme####.zip - this folder content all the necessary files for the theme.
    • sample_data - contains files that can make your WordPress website look like our live demo.
      • sample_data.xml - contains all template sample data (posts, pages, categories, etc.).
      • various images and other media files
    • manuall_install - contains files that can make your WordPress website look like our live demo.
      • uploads - contains theme images.
      • theme#####.sql - database backup file (contains theme content).
  • license.txt - contains license details.
  • readme.txt - contain information about theme images path and font use and usage scritps.

Template installation

Template installation is very easy process. The installation process includes only two simple steps: theme installation and sample data installation.

All installation steps can be done within WordPress interface. It makes process comfortable and fast.

Step 1. Theme installation

  1. Go to the menu Appearance > Themes and click the Add New Theme button.
  2. Click the Upload link.
  3. Click the Browse button and navigate to the unzipped template package on your computer.
  4. Look for a file called meditate-pro.zip Click on it to select, then click OK.
  5. Click the Install Now button and wait until the installation is complete.
  6. Click the Activate link to change the current layout of the site to the theme your purchased.
  7. Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Restore Default.

Congratulations, your theme have been successfully installed!

Step 2. Sample Data Installation

To make your WordPress website look like our live demo, please follow the instructions below.

  1. Go to the tools Select import option and select wordpress and install then browse xml file and you'r done. See below screenshot.

How to set up homepage

Setup Header

Follow these instructions to setup header.

  • For Header Left: Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Basic Setting >> Add Email Address
  • For Header Right: Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Basic Setting >> Make A Call Contact Number
  • For Site Name/Logo: For changing site name go to Settings >> General >> Site Title OR if you want to uplaod logo for your site go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Basic settings >> Logo. Please see the theme option tab in this documentation for more details.
  • For Navigation: See the Setup Navigation tab of this documentation.
  • For Social Icons: Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Basic Setting >> Add Social Icons
  • For Slider: Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Homepage Slider >> Upload image, Add Title/Sub Title/Description
Shortcode for Social Icon.
[social_area][social icon="facebook-f" link="https://www.facebook.com/alexathemeswp"][social icon="twitter" link="https://twitter.com/alexa_themes"][social icon="youtube" link="#"][social icon="instagram" link="https://www.instagram.com/alexathemes5116/"][social icon="linkedin-in" link="#"][social icon="google-plus-g" link="#"][/social_area]
Take all the icons name from Font Awesome

Setup Section First Features Info

For setting up Features Info section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 1.

Shortcode/Content for Features Info Section.
[row][column col="4"][fe_info sr_no="01" title="Weight Loss" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Its one of the best methods of combining the independence and initiative of individual ownership.[/fe_info][/column][column col="4"][fe_info sr_no="02" title="Reduce Size" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Its one of the best methods of combining the independence and initiative of individual ownership.[/fe_info][/column][column col="4"][fe_info sr_no="03" title="Heart Health" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Its one of the best methods of combining the independence and initiative of individual ownership.[/fe_info][/column][/row]

Setup About Us & About Skill Section

For setting up About Us & About Skill section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 2.

Shortcode/Content for About Us & About Skill Section.
[about_us][about_skill image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/yoga-img.png" image_position="left" sub_title="About Us" title="Ready To Make A Change" button_text="Join Now" button_link="#"]Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean.[/about_skill][about_skill image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/yoga-img-2.png" image_position="right" sub_title="About Skill" title="Life Skills Through Yoga" button_text="Join Now" button_link="#"]Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean.[/about_skill][/about_us]

Setup Counter Section

For setting up Counter section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 3.

Shortcode/Content for Counter Section.
[counter_main][row][column col="3"][counter icon="award" icon_style="light" title="Happy Clients" title_color="#ffffff" count="1452" plus="yes" num_color="#ffffff"][/counter][/column][column col="3"][counter icon="file-circle-check" icon_style="light" title="Online Appointment" title_color="#ffffff" count="342" plus="yes" num_color="#ffffff"][/counter][/column][column col="3"][counter icon="calendar-lines-pen" icon_style="light" title="Year Of Experience" title_color="#ffffff" count="15" plus="yes" num_color="#ffffff"][/counter][/column][column col="3"][counter icon="heart-pulse" icon_style="light" title="Yoga Class" title_color="#ffffff" count="72" plus="yes" num_color="#ffffff"][/counter][/column][/row][/counter_main]

Setup What We Offer Section

For setting up What We Offer section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 4.

Shortcode/Content for What We Offer Section
[row][column col="4"][what_we_offer image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/med-icon1.png" title="Childrens Programs" link="#"]Unique possibility for every child to experience natural potential[/what_we_offer][/column][column col="4"][what_we_offer image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/med-icon2.png" title="Beginners Programs" link="#"]It includes basic breathing, asanas, meditation and relaxation etc.[/what_we_offer][/column][column col="4"][what_we_offer image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/med-icon3.png" title="Advanced Programs" link="#"]Learn essential yoga, seven energy levels, meditation techniques[/what_we_offer][/column][column col="4"][what_we_offer image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/med-icon4.png" title="5 Minute Yoga Tools" link="#"]Learn a few simple fundamentals to ensure good health yourself.[/what_we_offer][/column][column col="4"][what_we_offer image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/med-icon5.png" title="Additional Programs" link="#"]Learn more about sojourns to places of tremendous significance[/what_we_offer][/column][column col="4"][what_we_offer image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/med-icon6.png" title="Become a Teacher" link="#"]The Program creates the necessary atmosphere for an individual[/what_we_offer][/column][/row]

Setup Our Video Section

For setting up Our Video section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 5.

Shortcode/Content for Our Video Section
[popup_video video_link="https://youtu.be/jGYzci-kwG4"]

Setup Our Services Section

For setting up Our Services section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 6.

Shortcode/Content for Our Services Section
[row][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/ser-img-1.png" title="Reduce Stress" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/ser-img-2.png" title="Flexible Time" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/ser-img-3.png" title="Many Yoga Styles" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/ser-img-4.png" title="Health Tips" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/ser-img-5.png" title="Life Balancing" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/alexa/meditate/wp-content/themes/meditate-pro/images/ser-img-6.png" title="Life Consultation" link_text="Read More" link="#"]Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium.[/services][/column][/row]

Setup Our Courses Section

For setting up Our Courses section first of all you need to add some courses by using Courses post type please see the below screenshot.

For setting up Our Courses section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 7.

Shortcode/Content for Our Course Section.
[course type="slider" show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )"]
[course type="grid" show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )" column="2/3/4"]

Setup Client Testimonials Section

For setting up Client Testimonials section first of all you need to add some testimonials by using testimonials post type please see the below screenshot.

After adding post to Client Testimonials go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Section 8.

Client Testimonials Section Shortcode/Content:
[testimonials]

Setup Our Expert Team Section

For setting up Our Expert Team section first of all you need to add some team by using our team post type please see the below screenshot.

For setting upOur Expert Team section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 9.

Shortcode/Content for Our Expert Team Section.
[our-team type="slider" show="-1"]
[our-team type="grid" show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )" column="2/3/4"]

Setup Our Events Section

For setting up Our Events section first of all you need to add some portfolio by using Events post type please see the below screenshot.

For setting up Our Events section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 10.

Shortcode/Content for Our Events Section.
[event type="grid" show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )" column="3"]
[event type="grid" show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )" column="2/3/4"]

Setup News & Blogs Section

For setting up News & Blogs section first of all you need to add some posts by using Posts. Follow below instruction to add posts.

Once you added posts in the News & Blog Posts type after that you just have to add post shortcode in the sections content area and you'r done. (Section 11.)

Shortcode/Content for News & Blogs Section
[latest-news show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )" type="slider" comment="show" date="show" author="show" category="show"]
[latest-news show="3" type="grid" column="2/3/4" from_category="Add category slug" comment="show/hide" date="show/hide" author="show/hide" category="show/hide"]


Page Templates and Sidebars


Page Templates

  • Default Template (the default page template with a right sidebar position)
  • Full Screen Page (a page template with full screen one column without a sidebar)
  • Full Width Page (a page template with one column without a sidebar)
  • Left Sidebar (a page template with left sidebar position)
  • No Sidebar (a page template have space on left and right.)
  • Blog (Full Width) (a blog templates with one column without sidebar)
  • Blog (Left Sidebar) (a blog templates with left sidebar position)
  • Blog (Right Sidebar) (a blog template with right sidebar position)
  • Blog (No Sidebar) (a blog template with no sidebar position)
  • Contact (Full Width) (a contact template with add google map position)

Posts, Categories and Post Formats

Adding category

Review the following article for more information on adding categories: http://codex.wordpress.org/Manage_Categories_SubPanel

  1. Log into your WordPress Administration Panel (Dashboard).
  2. Click the Posts tab.
  3. With that done, click Categories for blog posts.
  4. Type in the name of your new category.
  5. After that, click the Add New Category button.
Click the Publish button.

Creating a Blog post

  1. Log into your WordPress Administration Panel (Dashboard).
  2. Click the Posts tab.
  3. Click the Add New tab.
  4. Type in your post content. For more information on adding posts, please check the following link http://codex.wordpress.org/Posts_Add_New_SubPanel.

Shortcodes

A shortcode is a powerful content building tool http://codex.wordpress.org/Shortcode. Shortcodes are easy to use. First of all, make sure that the editing mode is set to Visual.

All available shortcodes are conditionally divided into these groups:

  • Testimonials - used for testimonials output.
  • Social icon - used for social icon output.
  • One column, Two column, Three column, Four column, Six column - used for display content on columns.
  • Tabs - used for display tabs.
  • Accordion content - used for display accordion.
  • Gradient Button - used for small, medium, large, xtra large gradient button.
  • Simple Button - used for small, medium, large, xtra large simple button.
  • Round Button - used for light, dark round button.
  • Message Boxes - used for success, error, warning, info, about message boxes.
  • Search - used to display search form.
  • List style - used to display lists.
  • Blogpost - used to display blog post.

Testimonial


[testimonials]

Elements


One half
[column_content type="one_half" subcls="Add extra class"]Column 1 Content goes here...[/column_content]
[column_content type="one_half_last" subcls="Add extra class"]Column 1 Content goes here...[/column_content]

Description: used to display column content. You can also use type="one_third OR one_fourth OR one_fifth" make sure to add _last for the last column.


Toggle
[toggle_wrap][toggle_content title="Add Toggle"] Content goes here [/toggle_content][toggle_content title="Add Toggle"] Content goes here [/toggle_content][/toggle_wrap]

Description: use to display toggle content.


Tabs
[tabs]
[tab title="TAB TITLE 1"]Tab Content goes here...[/tab]
[/tabs]

Description: use to display tab content.


Accordion Content
[accordion]
[accordion_content title="ACCORDION TITLE 1"]Accordion Content goes here...[/accordion_content]
[/accordion]

Description: use to display accordion content.


Gradient Button
[gradient_button size="small" bg_color="#000000" color="#ffffff" text="text here"  title="title here" url="#" position="left"]

Description: use to display gradient button. you can use small, medium, large, xtra lareg sizes.


Simple Button
[simple_button size="small" bg_color="#000000" color="#ffffff" text="text here"  title="title here" url="#" position="left"]

Description: use to display simple button. you can use small, medium, large, xtra lareg sizes.


Round Button
[round_button style="light" text="text here"  title="title here" url="#" position="left"]

Description: use to display round button. you can use light or dark style.


Horizontal rule
[hr] 

Description: used to display a horizontal line.


Succes Message Box
[message type="success"]This is a sample of the 'success' style message box shortcode. To use this style use the following shortcode[/message]

Description: use to display success message box. you can also use error, warning, info, about types.


Search
[searchform]

Description: use to display search form.


List Style
[unordered_list style="list-1"]<li>List style 1</li>[/unordered_list]

Custom Widgets

Theme Options

The following theme contains the Settings option. These settings allow you to change the theme’s color palette, order of items, turn items on/off and do lots of other things. In order to use these settings, please go to Appearance → Theme Options.

Basic Settings

    Font Typography

    Font Color

    Sections

    Slider Settings

    Shortcode

    Portfolio

    For setting up Portfolio Page first of all you need to add some posts by using Portfolio Post. Follow below instruction to add posts.

    Portfolio Display Page

    Portfolio Grid Layout
    Shortcode : 

    [portfolio type="grid" show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )" column="2/3/4" filter="true/false"]

    Portfolio Slider Layout
    Shortcode : 

    [portfolio type="slider" show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )"]

    Portfolio Filter Layout
    Shortcode : 

    [portfolio type="grid" show="no. of item to be shown( Note: -1 for displaying all items )" column="2/3/4" filter="true/false"]

    Portfolio Post Type

    Contact Form 7

    The following plugin Settings option. First upon search contact form 7 plugin and follow the below instruction, please go to Plugin → Add New.

    Plugin Installation

    Plugin Use

    Product Woocommerce

    The following plugin Settings option. First upon search woocommerce plugin and follow the below instruction, please go to Plugin → Add New.

    Display Woocommerce Product Page

    Display Product Post Type