How to Add an Alert Element to Your Website

De Alert Element is a great way to display important notifications such as site maintenance, promotions, announcements, or event reminders. This guide will show you how to add and customize an alert for maximum visibility.

Adding an Alert Element

Step 1: Insert the Alert Element

1. Open your website builder.
2. Ga naar Elementen toevoegen → Find the Waarschuwing element.
3. Drag and drop it onto the page or header where you want the alert to appear.

Customizing the Alert Content

Step 2: Modify the Text

• Title: Click on the title and enter your own message (e.g., "Limited Time Offer!").
• Description: Add supporting text (optional), such as more details about the announcement.

Styling the Alert Box

Step 3: Customize Fonts & Colors

• Selecteer de title or description separately to modify:
• Font type & size
• Alignment (left, center, right)
• Text color
• Change the background color to match your branding.
• Add a border or shadow to make the alert stand out.

Step 4: Close Button Settings

• By default, the alert includes a close button (X).
• You can:
• Change the icon (use a different symbol for closing).
• Adjust button spacing to position it properly.
• Add a delay (e.g., make the close button appear after a few seconds).
• Disable the close button if you want the alert to remain visible.

Advanced Settings & Effects

Step 5: Enable/Disable Description

• If you only want a title, disable the description option.

Step 6: Apply Hover & Animation Effects

• Under Effects, add:
• Hover animations (change color when hovered).
• Entrance animations (fade-in, slide-in, etc.).
• Scroll effects (trigger alert visibility when scrolling).

Optimizing for Mobile & Tablet

Step 7: Check Responsiveness

• Switch to tablet & mobile views to ensure the alert displays properly.
• Adjust text size, spacing, and alignment if needed.

Why Use an Alert Element?

• Grabs Attention – Highlights important information.
• Aanpasbaar – Match your site’s style with colors, fonts, and effects.
• Interactive – Allows users to dismiss the alert if necessary.
• Responsief ontwerp – Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile.

By following these steps, you can create an eye-catching alert that enhances communication with your site visitors.