Pro Widgets
Flip Box
What is a Flipbox Widget
A Flipbox Widget is a user interface element that displays two sides of a box or card. When a user clicks on the box, it flips to reveal the content on the backside. This can be a creative way to showcase product information, display before-and-after comparisons, or present additional details in a visually engaging manner.
Benefits of Using a Flipbox Widget
- Engaging User Interaction: Flipboxes add an interactive element to your website, encouraging user clicks and exploration.
- Space Optimization: By condensing information onto two sides, flipboxes can effectively present details without cluttering your page layout.
- Creative Content Presentation: Flipboxes offer a unique way to showcase products, comparisons, or other visual content.
- Information Hierarchy: You can prioritize key information on the front side, revealing in-depth details on the back.
Common Use Cases for Flipbox Widgets
- Product Displays: Showcase product images on the front and detailed descriptions, specifications, or reviews on the back.
- Service Presentations: Briefly outline services offered on the front, with features, benefits, or pricing details on the back.
- Before-and-After Comparisons: Display a “before” image on the front and an “after” image on the back, ideal for showcasing transformations or results.
- Team Member Profiles: Feature basic information (name, photo) on the front and full bios, contact details, or social media links on the back.
- Call to Action (CTA) Prompts: Use the front side to grab attention and the back side to display a prominent CTA button or link.
Creating and Configuring a Flipbox Widget
The specific steps for creating and configuring a Flipbox Widget on the Elementor website builder:
- Access the Widget Panel: Locate the widget section within your website builder’s interface.
- Search for “Flipbox” or a Similar Widget: Look for a widget specifically designed for creating flip effects on boxes.
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- Drag and Drop or Add the Widget: Place the widget where you want the flipboxes to appear on your page.
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- Configure Widget Settings: This widget offers customization options, such as:
- Front Side Content: Add the content that will be displayed on the initial view of the box (e.g., image, text).
- Back Side Content: Create the content that will be revealed when the user clicks on the box. This could include text, images, buttons, or other media.
- Flip Animation: Choose the animation or transition effect that will occur when clicking the box (e.g., flip, slide, spin).
- Styling: Customize the appearance of the flipboxes, including front and back colours, borders, and hover effects.
Additional Tips for Effective Flipbox Widgets
- Compelling Front Side: Design the front side of the flipbox to be visually appealing and pique user interest in clicking to reveal more.
- Content Clarity and Conciseness: Ensure the content on both sides is clear, concise, and easy to understand at a glance.
- Call to Action (CTA): If relevant, incorporate a clear CTA on the back side to encourage user interaction.
- Mobile-Friendliness: Test the flip functionality on different screen sizes to ensure optimal performance on mobile devices.
By following these guidelines and tailoring them to your Elementor website builder, you can create effective Flipbox Widgets that add a touch of interactivity and creativity to your web pages.