How to Use the Accordion Element on Your Website
The Accordion Element is a great way to organize and present information in a structured and user-friendly way. It is commonly used for FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), product details, or collapsible content sections to enhance readability and improve user experience.
1. Adding the Accordion Element
- Open the Elements Panel on the left.
- Find Accordion under "Basic Elements."
- Click, hold, and drag it to your desired section.
2. Customizing the Accordion
Adding & Editing Content
- Click inside each accordion item to add or edit text.
- Add any element (e.g., text, images, buttons, or even columns) inside the accordion.
- To rename an accordion tab, click on the default text and type your own question or title.
Adding More Accordion Sections
- Click the Duplicate button to create additional sections.
- To rearrange the order, use the up/down arrows on each section.
- Delete unnecessary sections by clicking the Delete button.
3. Accordion Settings & Behavior
Expand/Collapse Settings
- Collapsible Mode: Allows users to close all sections.
- Auto Expand: Controls if the first section opens automatically.
- Transition Duration: Adjusts how quickly sections open and close.
Adding Icons
- Select an icon for expanding/collapsing (e.g., plus/minus).
- Adjust size, spacing, and alignment for better visibility.
4. Styling the Accordion
Typography & Colors
- Change font size, weight, and color for titles.
- Customize the background color of each section.
- Add borders, shadows, and hover effects for an interactive look.
Hover & Active Styles
- Set a hover color for when users place their cursor over an item.
- Define an active color for the currently open section.
- Adjust border styling to separate each item visually.
5. Making It Responsive
- Check the Tablet & Mobile Views to ensure proper display.
- Adjust font size, spacing, and padding for mobile optimization.
- Make sure accordion content doesn’t overlap or look crowded on smaller screens.
Why Use Accordions?
- Organized layout – Presents large amounts of information neatly.
- Improves user experience – Helps visitors find answers quickly.
- Saves space – Keeps content hidden until needed.
- Fully customizable – Adjust colors, icons, and styles to fit your design.
Accordions are one of the best ways to create an engaging, easy-to-navigate website while keeping the design clean and structured.