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I'm quite happy to introduce my first premium blogger template namely, "The Smack V1 Blogger Template". This two column template is an improved version of the "Stunning Press" word-press theme. Lasantha(Have included his credit in the template) bloggerized this template. I have remodeled the whole template in such a way that, it loads much faster when compared to the conventional template. Moreover, this template is highly search engine optimized. Take a look at the following screen shot of this blogger template. Or, click on the "Live Demo" link to view a live demo of this template.
1. A 468x60 Ads Ready Banner.
2. A Customized Search Bar.
3. Two Navigation Bars (Above And Below The Header).
4. Ready To Use Social Bookmarking Buttons.
5. Gravatars Enabled For Comments.
6. Wordpress Like Comments Section.
7. Codes Ready For Your Site Logo (Read More About: Changing Blogger Logo).
8. Automatic Read More Hack Enabled.
9. Tested and Compatible with all major browsers (Firefox, IE and Safari).
10. Ready To Use Three Column Footer and so on...
The template also includes a provision for adding a sliding featured content widget. But, I did not include this feature in my template because, it will reduce the web page speed. Please, don't confuse yourself with this template and the "Stunning Press" blogger template. I would say "Smack V1" is an advanced version of the "Stunning Press" blogger template.
Template Customization:
I have listed clearly the entire customization with respect to this template. I have also explained few features for better understanding. You can always leave comments if you need any clarification regarding the template customization.
1. Meta Tags:
1.1. Search for the following code in your blogger template.
(Note: Do not change the title tags. They are optimized by default for SEO and it comprises of meta tags for each blogger posts too.)
2. Navigation Bars:
2.1. Search for the following code in your blogger template.
(Note: You will find the code mentioned in step 1 at two instances. You can replace them with different links of your choice.)
3. Changing Blogger Logo:
3.1. Look for the following code in your blogger template.
(Note: We design blogger logos and header images for your blogs at very affordable prices. Please, visit the services page for more details (Our Exclusive Premium Services) or write to me directly via email at smalwayz[at]gmail.com.)
4. Changing Header Banner And Footer Section:
4.1. It is pretty simple to change these sections. I have coded in such a way that you just need to navigate to "Design->Page Elemets" from the dashboard and choose "Add a Gadget" to add any content/image of your choice.
5. Changing Default Avatar For Blogger Comments:
5.1. The template carries a unique wordpress style of comments section. You may have a look at the screen shot of the comments section below.
5.2. If you wish to change the default avatar for the comments section, then search for the following link in your blogger template.
Overall, with this template installed on your blog, you just need to concentrate on your content and you can forget about the design of your blog because everything is installed by default with this template (including the "Read More" Hack). I hope I explained the customizations clearly. As mentioned earlier in the post, if you need clarifications or need further customizations(adding breadcrumbs or featured content or any other widget), please leave your comments below and I will help you solve the problem.
2. A Customized Search Bar.
3. Two Navigation Bars (Above And Below The Header).
4. Ready To Use Social Bookmarking Buttons.
5. Gravatars Enabled For Comments.
6. Wordpress Like Comments Section.
7. Codes Ready For Your Site Logo (Read More About: Changing Blogger Logo).
8. Automatic Read More Hack Enabled.
9. Tested and Compatible with all major browsers (Firefox, IE and Safari).
10. Ready To Use Three Column Footer and so on...
The template also includes a provision for adding a sliding featured content widget. But, I did not include this feature in my template because, it will reduce the web page speed. Please, don't confuse yourself with this template and the "Stunning Press" blogger template. I would say "Smack V1" is an advanced version of the "Stunning Press" blogger template.
Template Customization:
I have listed clearly the entire customization with respect to this template. I have also explained few features for better understanding. You can always leave comments if you need any clarification regarding the template customization.
1. Meta Tags:
1.1. Search for the following code in your blogger template.
<meta content='DESCRIPTION HERE' name='description'/>
<meta content='KEYWORDS HERE' name='keywords'/>
1.2. Replace "DESCRIPTION HERE" and "KEYWORDS HERE" with your own blog description and keywords.<meta content='KEYWORDS HERE' name='keywords'/>
(Note: Do not change the title tags. They are optimized by default for SEO and it comprises of meta tags for each blogger posts too.)
2. Navigation Bars:
2.1. Search for the following code in your blogger template.
<a href='#' title='Edit this link'>
2.2. Replace ' # ' with the link you wish to point to and "Edit" with the name of the link.(Note: You will find the code mentioned in step 1 at two instances. You can replace them with different links of your choice.)
3. Changing Blogger Logo:
3.1. Look for the following code in your blogger template.
<link href='IMAGE URL IN GIF FORMAT' rel='shortcut icon'/>
<link href='IMAGE URL IN GIF FORMAT' rel='icon'/>
3.2. Replace "IMAGE URL IN GIF FORMAT" with the URL of your image(logo). That is, after uploading it to Google Picasa or Imageshack or Photobucket. Get the URL of the image and paste it in the space provided.<link href='IMAGE URL IN GIF FORMAT' rel='icon'/>
(Note: We design blogger logos and header images for your blogs at very affordable prices. Please, visit the services page for more details (Our Exclusive Premium Services) or write to me directly via email at smalwayz[at]gmail.com.)
4. Changing Header Banner And Footer Section:
4.1. It is pretty simple to change these sections. I have coded in such a way that you just need to navigate to "Design->Page Elemets" from the dashboard and choose "Add a Gadget" to add any content/image of your choice.
5. Changing Default Avatar For Blogger Comments:
5.1. The template carries a unique wordpress style of comments section. You may have a look at the screen shot of the comments section below.
5.2. If you wish to change the default avatar for the comments section, then search for the following link in your blogger template.http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_u4gySN2ZgqE/SrSUS1YpxwI/AAAAAAAAAv4/DihiWlWRxQs/s400/grav.png
5.3. Replace the above link with the URL of your image (avatar of your choice) to display the default avatars on your comments section. That is, after uploading your image to Google Picasa or Imageshack or Photobucket, get the URL of the image and paste it in the space provided.Overall, with this template installed on your blog, you just need to concentrate on your content and you can forget about the design of your blog because everything is installed by default with this template (including the "Read More" Hack). I hope I explained the customizations clearly. As mentioned earlier in the post, if you need clarifications or need further customizations(adding breadcrumbs or featured content or any other widget), please leave your comments below and I will help you solve the problem.
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Thank for the nice information
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@Anonymous: Thanks for the comment! I would have been happy if you left your name and your view about the template in your comments! Anyway, I hope you enjoy the updates from my blog!!!
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REPLYi was editing you template and by mistake i deleted some lines so instead of three "add widget : options in the footer only one is comming in the left side..help me to get back the other two...
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