
Key Topics:
- 2:56 – HOMEPAGE: 5 More Custom Content Sections for Homepage
- 4:38 – HOMEPAGE: Mobile Background Image for Homepage
- 6:29 – EDITOR: Froala Remove Attributes When Pasting Text
- 8:23 – LEADS: Display Total Revenue a Lead Generated
- 9:02 – GOOGLE: Google Analytics 4 ID Tracking in General Settings – Support Document
- 11:04 – FINANCE: Prorated Upgrades and Downgrades When Members Change Plan
- 12:01 – NEWSLETTERS: Better, Smarter Workflow When Scheduling Newsletters and Stats After Sending
- 13:02 – SMART LISTS: Scheduled Times to Sync Smart Lists with Webhook Actions + Transaction History Smart Lists
- 13:59 – BILLING: Better Credit Card Workflows When Members Purchase Additional Products, Leads etc.
- 14:57 – TONS MORE: Speed, security, quality-of-life features and exciting new releases on the way!
- 15:41 – Suggestion to select Smart Lists as a recipient when drafting a new email
- 18:16 – Clarification on “Remove Attribute When Pasting Text” setting
- 20:59 – Which data is important from Google Analytics?
- 23:53 – Dynamic Category Filtering Add-On (Update) – More Info
- 24:27 – What the Dynamic Category Filtering Add-On Does
- 27:14 – Similar to Amazon & Yelp Search Modules
- 30:09 – Category Filtering Options
- 31:06 – Use Cases for Dynamic Category FIltering
- 33:58 – Demo: Dynamic Category Filtering in Action
- 40:29 – Selecting the member sidebar search module to use on search result pages
- 44:02 – Can the location map on member profiles default to street view?
- 45:29 – Is there a setting to enable the Dynamic Category Filtering add-on?
- 46:00 – What did the recent Dynamic Category Filtering update consist of?
- 47:30 – Broad match vs. script match for Dynamic Category Filtering add-on?
- 48:48 – Dynamic Category Filtering vs. default member search module
- 53:34 – Is location field in Dynamic Category Filtering add-on compatible with Multi-Locaiton Listings add-on?
- 54:26 – Adding the Dynamic Category FIltering with location search module to a website
- 1:00:28 – How to move all members from one category to another?
- 1:02:14 – Reviewing a software directory website
- 1:06:35 – Add Custom Content, Banners & SEO Value to Search Result Pages
New Features
Coming Soon
Tip of the Week
Questions & Answers
HOMEPAGE: 5 More Custom Content Sections for Homepage (00:02:56)
- The homepage allows streaming of different types of content, including recent members, recent blog articles, and custom content using the text editor, with a previously limited number of custom content blocks (00:02:56).
- The limit for custom content blocks on the homepage has been increased to 10, providing more flexibility for users to add content, and for those who need more, HTML widgets can be used (00:03:18).
- To access the custom content sections, users can go to their settings and design settings, then click on the homepage tab, where they can enable additional sections, including pre-made ones and custom content (00:03:34).
- The streaming sections on the homepage allow for background color customization, enabling users to create contrast between sections as they scroll down the page (00:03:58).
- Users can also control the top and bottom spacing within each section, creating a nice negative space that is visually appealing in modern design (00:04:09).
- Custom content sections can be edited by selecting one, clicking on edit settings, and using the text editor that pops up, which can also include pre-made elements (00:04:22).
- The text editor for custom content sections is attributed to the specific section being edited, allowing for tailored content and design (00:04:29).
HOMEPAGE: Mobile Background Image for Homepage (00:04:38)
- A highly requested feature for a long time has been the ability to have a separate background image for mobile display on the homepage, which is now available, allowing for more granular control over the design on mobile devices (00:04:38).
- The secondary image for mobile devices can be added in the design settings, under the homepage tab, where the hero background image is located, and this feature allows users to choose an alternate image to display when viewing the site on smaller screens, typically 767 pixels or less (00:05:07).
- The mobile background image is usually a square image or a tall rectangle, rather than a horizontal rectangle, and users can select a different image for mobile view, which will be displayed when the site is viewed on a mobile device (00:05:32).
- To demonstrate this feature, an example is shown where a random image is selected for the mobile view, and when the mobile view is toggled on, the different image is displayed, and if the mobile image is removed, the individual background image will be displayed instead (00:05:52).
- This update has been implemented for the homepage, and the next phase will be to add this feature to the web page builder for static web pages, allowing users to have a mobile image control for those pages as well (00:06:17).
EDITOR: Froala Remove Attributes When Pasting Text (00:06:29)
- A specific setting is now available in the advanced settings for the text editor, which allows users to remove attributes when pasting text from sources like Microsoft Word or Google documents (00:06:30).
- When copying and pasting content, additional styles or attributes are often included, but this new setting enables users to omit certain attributes, such as style tags, ID tags, and data attribute tags, for a more uniform look (00:06:36).
- To access this setting, users can go to the advanced settings, search for “remove attributes”, and create a comma-separated list of attributes to remove, using quotes around each item, such as “style” and “ID” (00:07:22).
- The setting allows users to remove various attributes, including ARA labels, and it is recommended to start with removing style, ID, and class attributes for a more uniform look when pasting content (00:08:08).
- By utilizing this setting, users can achieve a more uniform appearance when pasting content into their text editors, similar to pasting in plain text (00:08:19).
LEADS: Display Total Revenue a Lead Generated (00:08:23)
- The website generates revenue when selling leads to members, and all transactions can be viewed in the main transaction history tab (00:08:23).
- On the manage leads page, a total revenue value is displayed, providing a quick indicator of how much a lead has generated (00:08:38).
- The manage leads page also shows the number of accepted matches, total matches, and the total revenue, giving a comprehensive overview of lead performance (00:08:47).
GOOGLE: Google Analytics 4 ID Tracking in General Settings (00:09:02)
- Google Analytics has been alerting users to update to Google Analytics 4 for the last year, and now users can simply copy their Google Analytics 4 ID number into the general settings, rather than adding the full embed code, (00:09:02).
- The Google Analytics 4 ID number starts with the letter G and a hyphen, followed by a set of numbers, whereas the older Universal Analytics ID starts with UA and a hyphen, indicating an outdated version of Google Analytics, (00:09:51).
- Users who have not yet installed Google Analytics 4 can find instructions on how to set it up, and those who are still using Google Analytics 3 can find instructions on how to migrate to Google Analytics 4, (00:10:21).
- If a user has already manually added the Google Analytics 4 code to their site, they do not need to follow the steps to add the ID to the general settings, as this could result in double tracking of traffic on the site, (00:10:36).
- The general settings page provides helpful instructions and links to other help articles for users who need assistance with setting up Google Analytics 4, (00:10:55).
FINANCE: Prorated Upgrades and Downgrades When Members Change Plan (00:11:04)
- Pro-rated support for members who upgrade or downgrade their accounts is being released, allowing site owners to choose whether to enable this feature, which will initially be disabled in the advanced settings (00:11:04).
- The pro-rated support feature works in conjunction with the member credits add-on, and site owners can turn it on for their site once it is released, with the feature calculating pro-rated discounts for upgrades, such as a $99 discount for a plan change (00:11:30).
- The feature also works with the credit system, allowing members to receive credits that can be used, applied, or saved to their account, with the release of the pro-rated support feature expected as soon as the end of the next week, and an announcement will be made in the Facebook group (00:11:53).
- The pro-rated support feature will provide a sample order summary that calculates the pro-rated discount for an upgrade, showing the amount the member will receive back, such as $99, and the credits that can be used or applied to the member’s account (00:11:34).
- Site owners will have control over whether to enable the pro-rated support feature, which will be disabled by default, and can choose to turn it on for their site once it is released, with the feature expected to be a significant addition to the site’s functionality (00:11:19).
NEWSLETTERS: Better, Smarter Workflow When Scheduling Newsletters and Stats After Sending (00:12:01)
- A new workflow for newsletters is being released, which is expected to be available by mid-July, and this update is a significant overhaul of the newsletter sending system (00:12:03).
- The new workflow will provide better analytics for each send, allowing users to see the email addresses of who the newsletter was delivered to, as well as who opened and clicked on it, and even create a smart list of people who fall into these categories (00:12:16).
- The improved analytics will enable users to segment lists and create targeted groups based on the performance of their newsletters, such as those who opened or clicked on specific links (00:12:26).
- The workflow for scheduling newsletters will also be improved, allowing users to schedule a newsletter to be sent at a future time, such as next week, and rest assured that it will be sent at the designated time (00:12:47).
- This update will provide users with more control over when their newsletters are sent, and will also allow for more efficient management of newsletter campaigns, including the ability to create smart lists and track performance (00:13:00).
SMART LISTS: Scheduled Times to Sync Smart Lists with Webhook Actions + Transaction History Smart Lists (00:13:02)
- Smart lists can be created and synced with web hooks, allowing for the retrieval of all members in a smart list, along with their data, which can then be sent to third-party platforms like Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or another CRM, (00:13:04).
- The current process requires manual sending of smart lists to web hooks each time an update is needed, but a new feature will be released that enables scheduling of smart list syncs with web hooks at daily, weekly, or monthly intervals, (00:13:28).
- This scheduled sync feature will also include an option to sync smart lists immediately if needed, and it will help keep lists on other platforms updated as necessary, (00:13:35).
BILLING: Better Credit Card Workflows When Members Purchase Additional Products, Leads etc. (00:13:59)
- Several updates have been released to improve billing workflows when members purchase additional products and leads, including the ability to use coupon codes for one-time purchases such as leads and digital products (00:13:59).
- The new workflow improvements include a feature that allows members to purchase digital products with coupon codes without being prompted to input a credit card if the purchase is free, which previously required adding a credit card before showing the order summary (00:14:18).
- The updates aim to enhance the overall billing experience, and most of these updates are expected to be released by early July, applying to all BD websites (00:14:49).
- The improvements to credit card workflows will simplify the process for members purchasing additional products, such as digital products, and will no longer require a credit card to be on file if a coupon code makes the purchase free (00:14:03).
- The updates will also address issues where members were previously asked to add a credit card before completing a purchase, even if the final cost was zero due to a coupon code (00:14:37).
TONS MORE: Speed, security, quality-of-life features and exciting new releases on the way! (00:14:57)
- The platform is continuously being improved with new speed, security, and quality-of-life features, thanks to user suggestions, support tickets, and Facebook posts, which all contribute to making the platform better for everyone (00:14:59).
- The updates being added to the platform are a result of a crowdsourced effort, where user feedback and suggestions play a significant role in shaping the platform’s development (00:15:10).
- Before moving on to the tip of the week, users are encouraged to raise their hand and provide any questions, comments, or feedback about the new features or upcoming releases (00:15:17).
- A user named Scott had his hand raised and was given the opportunity to ask a question or provide feedback, but it was noted that he was self-muted at first (00:15:29).
Suggestion to select Smart Lists as a recipient when drafting a new email (00:15:41)
- The goal is to be able to create a newsletter directly from a smart list without having to create a template and then choose the template when scheduling the newsletter (00:15:41).
- Currently, when composing a single email, it is not possible to enter a smart list as the recipient, and the user is limited to entering only five email addresses (00:16:22).
- The suggestion is to allow smart lists to be choosable as the recipient when drafting a new email, which would simplify the process of sending emails to specific groups of members (00:16:46).
- The current process for sending newsletters to smart lists involves creating a template, scheduling the newsletter, and then choosing the template and smart list, which is seen as an extra step (00:17:45).
- The feedback provided will be helpful in evolving the newsletter functionality, and it will be kept in mind as the feature moves forward (00:17:57).
- The user, Scott, is using the newsletter functionality and is looking forward to seeing improvements, and another user, Rich, has questions about the new features, including the editor and Google Analytics (00:18:00).
Clarification on “Remove Attribute When Pasting Text” setting (00:18:16)
- The “Remove Attribute When Pasting Text” setting is designed to remove excessive attributes, such as font styles and sizes, when a user copies and pastes text into the editor, keeping the styles uniform based on the website design settings (00:18:16).
- This setting does not retroactively remove attributes from existing text, but rather applies to new text being pasted into the editor, and it does not add any new attributes, only removing those that are being pasted (00:18:40).
- The benefit of using this setting is that it helps to maintain a uniform look across the website, preventing users from pasting in text with different fonts, sizes, or colors that may not be consistent with the website’s design (00:19:26).
- When a user copies and pastes text into the editor, this setting would remove any custom fonts or style tags, using instead the font and styles defined by the website’s design settings, which helps to ensure that the text is readable and consistent with the rest of the website (00:20:01).
- This setting would also help to prevent issues with text contrast, such as a user pasting in black text on a dark background, by removing the custom font and using the website’s default font instead (00:20:17).
- The setting does not allow for the specification of particular fonts to be removed, but rather removes all style tags altogether, which helps to maintain a consistent look and feel across the website (00:20:03).
- The removal of custom fonts and style tags helps to ensure that the text is displayed in a user-friendly font, even if the user has copied and pasted text from a source with a different font or style (00:19:09).
Which data is important from Google Analytics? (00:20:59)
- Google Analytics can be used to look at the audience and see how many daily visitors a site has, although it may be tough with a small sample size, and it can also show the number of unique visitors and where they are coming from, such as Google searches or direct traffic (00:21:22).
- The analytics tool can identify the most popular pages on a website, including the homepage, and can also show which pages are being visited after the homepage, helping to identify any imbalanced design or navigation issues (00:21:51).
- Google Analytics can provide information on how long visitors spend on certain pages, which can help identify if people are reading articles or quickly digesting information on the homepage, and it can also show if people are leaving the site from a certain page (00:22:27).
- The data from Google Analytics can be used to improve the navigation of a website by identifying pages where people are leaving the site and adding better calls to action, and it can also help identify which websites are linking heavily to the site (00:22:48).
- The analytics tool can help automate tasks, such as formatting post descriptions, by adding a style class and ID, which can make the site more user-friendly and save time (00:23:20).
Dynamic Category Filtering Add-On (Update) (00:23:53)
- The dynamic category filtering add-on has been available for a while and is used on many websites, but a recent update has expanded its functionality and brought it back to attention (00:23:54).
- The update was delayed for several weeks due to the discovery of bugs, which have now been resolved after stress testing (00:23:55).
- The recent update to the dynamic category filtering add-on has made it more notable and worthy of highlighting, with the goal of informing users about its enhanced functionality (00:24:16).
- The dynamic category filtering add-on’s updated features will be highlighted, and its potential applications and benefits for website owners will be explored (00:24:20).
What the Dynamic Category Filtering Add-On Does (00:24:27)
- The dynamic category filtering add-on is a different search module for members, specifically member categories, that can be placed in the sidebar on the member search results page, allowing users to check off multiple member categories to filter through (00:24:27).
- This add-on enables users to dynamically filter and check off specific categories they want to see members within, creating a more interactive search experience, and also allows them to better set their search criteria and more finely tune their search (00:25:16).
- With the recent update, users can now also enter a location as part of their search criteria, enabling them to see specific members meeting certain criteria in a certain location through the dynamic category filtering search module (00:25:47).
- The dynamic category filtering search module is a pretty plug-and-play module with minimal configuration required, but it does have a match setting that can be adjusted to either The Broad match or strict match, determining what results are displayed to the user (00:26:08).
- The broad match setting, which is the default, will result in a larger search result pool, presenting users with members who are listed in any of the categories they selected, whereas the strict match setting will only show members who match exactly the criteria selected (00:26:22).
- The difference between broad and strict match settings is significant, as broad match will show members who match any of the selected categories, while strict match will only show members who match all of the selected categories, such as members who do both brake inspection and dent repair (00:26:57).
Similar to Amazon & Yelp Search Modules (00:27:14)
- The dynamic category filtering add-on has a search filter similar to those found on websites like Amazon (company) and Yelp, where users can narrow down their search results by selecting specific categories, (00:27:16)
- On Amazon, the search filter allows users to select options such as material and power source when searching for products, and the website will only show products that meet all of the selected criteria, (00:27:21)
- Similarly, on Yelp, users can select options such as price range and cuisine, and the website will only show results that meet all of the selected criteria, (00:27:41)
- The dynamic category filtering add-on has a sidebar search module where users can select which categories they want to see members for, and they can narrow down their search by selecting subcategories, (00:28:21)
- The add-on allows administrators to limit the number of subcategories that members can select, which helps guide members in selecting the categories that they belong in and want to be found in, (00:29:35)
- By limiting the subcategories, administrators can create better context for members to select the categories that are relevant to their business, and this can help add value to the subcategories that members are choosing to be listed in, (00:29:50)
Category Filtering Options (00:30:09)
- The dynamic category filtering sidebar search module offers various options, allowing users to choose whether to select multiple top-level categories, top categories and subcategories, or top categories, subcategories, and sub-subcategories (00:30:10).
- Depending on the website’s structure, it may not be necessary to require users to select a top-level category if all members are already categorized under a single, general umbrella category (00:30:32).
- In cases where a single top-level category is used, it might be more practical to only allow users to select subcategories and sub-subcategories for searching (00:30:47).
- The search module has recently been updated to include options that feature a location field, providing additional variations for the search functionality (00:30:56).
- These updated options enable more flexibility in configuring the search module to suit specific needs, such as searching within subcategories and sub-subcategories (00:30:58).
Use Cases for Dynamic Category FIltering (00:31:06)
- Dynamic category filtering is valuable in specific use cases, such as allowing visitors to search multiple member categories at once, like a Yelp-type search experience, where they can select different criteria and filters to narrow down their search (00:31:07).
- The dynamic category filtering search module is typically used in the sidebar of the member search results page, especially when the overall experience for users is relatively simple and the member category structure is limited (00:31:21).
- This feature is useful when visitors need to select multiple categories to search within, but it may not be necessary if the member search experience is complex, requiring users to enter keywords, select top categories, subcategories, and locations (00:32:31).
- If there are dozens or hundreds of member categories, it might be better to use a default search module with a drop-down selection instead of a long checkbox list, unless users need to select multiple categories at once (00:32:57).
- The dynamic category filtering add-on is not necessary if the website is not utilizing the member search results page, or if it’s only used for searching members by their name, as in a directory lookup based on name (00:33:26).
- The feature is designed to enhance the search experience for members, allowing them to filter through multiple categories, but it’s not required if the website is primarily used as a corporate site or for publishing content (00:33:34).
- The decision to use dynamic category filtering depends on the specific needs of the website and its users, considering factors such as the complexity of the member search experience and the number of categories available (00:33:52).
Demo: Dynamic Category Filtering in Action (00:33:58)
- The site setup demonstrates how the search module works, with a simple category structure set up for a local business directory, focusing on two categories: restaurants and auto services (00:34:00).
- The categories are set up in the dashboard area, under “my members” and “member categories”, with two top-level categories and subcategories, such as meal served, type of cuisine, and amenities for restaurants, and vehicle make, type of repairs, and detailing services for auto services (00:34:36).
- The sub-level categories provide more granular options, such as different cuisines, amenities, and types of repairs, allowing for more specific filtering (00:35:15).
- The website has a search module that allows users to filter by category, and the dynamic category filtering is used in the sidebar to narrow down search results (00:36:41).
- The search results can be further filtered by selecting specific options, such as outdoor seating, and the strict search feature ensures that results meet all selected criteria (00:37:21).
- The example demonstrates how the search module and category filtering work together to provide relevant search results, and how the location search feature may or may not be necessary depending on the website’s focus and scope (00:36:50).
- The category filtering options allow for a more specific search experience, using sublevel categories and subcategories to create a hierarchical structure, which can be seen when searching for auto services from the homepage (00:37:58).
- The search results can be filtered further by selecting specific options, such as Audi, and then narrowing it down to services like paint protection, which is only offered by Lucy’s Autoc Center (00:38:49).
- The Dynamic category filtering setting can be turned on or off, and it also includes options to toggle the accordions opened or closed, which can be found in the advanced settings (00:39:07).
- The Broad match option can be used to expand the search results, showing all businesses that offer a specific service, such as Audi and paint protection, even if they are not an exact match (00:38:58).
- The Dynamic category filtering is an add-on feature that can be added to the sidebar, and it is available for users with the VIP add-ons clip, which can be accessed through the admin area (00:40:16).
- The advanced settings for Dynamic category filtering include two options that can be searched, and users can go to their advanced settings to find and adjust these options (00:40:10).
- The category filtering options can be used to find businesses that offer specific services, such as Cadillac and Audi, and the results can be filtered to show only the businesses that offer both services (00:40:01).
Selecting the member sidebar search module to use on search result pages (00:40:29)
- To choose the search module used on member search results pages, go to the “My Content” and “Edit Post Settings” sections, then search for “member listing” and select the desired option, such as the “sub plus subub LEL category filtering” or “keyword only” modules (00:40:30).
- The “Dynamic Category Filtering” options include “sub and subub L category” and “sub and subub L category with location”, which can be selected and customized to display on the member results page (00:41:20).
- If there are too many categories, the search field may become too cumbersome for users, but this can be resolved by enabling the advanced setting to collapse categories by default, allowing users to select multiple categories at once (00:41:41).
- The search function can be tested by searching for a specific location, such as “Austin, Texas”, and then filtering by category, such as “paint protection”, to see the relevant results (00:42:21).
- When using the search by location feature, it is necessary to click the “Search Now” button to ensure that the location and selected options are applied correctly (00:43:07).
- The main use case for this feature is when users need to select multiple member categories to search through at the same time, and the demo site provides a helpful example of how to implement this (00:43:23).
Can the location map on member profiles default to street view? (00:44:02)
- The location map on the member profile page can be customized to default to street view, but this requires a customization as it is not a default setting (00:44:05).
- The map widget has various settings, including 3D view, map view, satellite view, and terrain view, which can be modified to suit the site owner’s preferences (00:44:37).
- The default settings for the map widget are limited to keep it neat and clean for the majority of site owners, but site owners have access to the widget and can toggle settings on or off with a customization (00:44:40).
- To customize the map widget, site owners would need to dive into the widget’s settings and select true or false for some of the map attributes offered by Google, which can be done easily with a customization (00:45:07).
- The customization would allow site owners to modify the map to include other views, such as satellite view or street view, and get it looking the way they want (00:45:00).
Is there a setting to enable the Dynamic Category Filtering add-on? (00:45:29)
- The Dynamic Category Filtering add-on is automatically enabled and does not require any manual activation, with its settings available in the edit post settings (00:45:38).
- To access the Dynamic Category Filtering settings, users need to go to the edit post settings and look for the option in the sidebar search module options, which can be found in the search results design tab under additional settings (00:45:45).
- The Dynamic Category Filtering add-on can be used in conjunction with location, and its settings can be configured to work with location-based searches, with the specific configuration options available in the search results design tab (00:45:50).
- The add-on’s settings are located in a specific section, and users can find the setting by navigating to the edit post settings and looking for the Dynamic Category Filtering option in the sidebar search module options (00:45:40).
- The Dynamic Category Filtering add-on is designed to enhance the search functionality, and its automatic enablement allows users to start using it immediately without requiring any additional setup or configuration (00:45:32).
What did the recent Dynamic Category Filtering update consist of? (00:46:00)
- The Dynamic Category Filtering update allows users to search by location, and then filter the results by category, with the example given being searching for supermarkets in Los Angeles (00:46:07).
- The update includes new options, such as the ability to include the location as part of the search, which was not previously supported (00:46:46).
- A bug was fixed where selecting a sub-category would also show sub-categories from other top-level categories, which created a poor user experience (00:46:55).
- The update now enables dedicated sidebar searches based on the top-level category being searched, providing a more streamlined experience (00:47:18).
- The changes made to the Dynamic Category Filtering system aim to improve the overall search functionality and user experience (00:46:39).
Broad match vs. script match for Dynamic Category Filtering add-on? (00:47:30)
- The decision to use a The Broad or strict approach for Dynamic Category Filtering depends on the site, and there is no general school of thought that applies to all cases, with the choice ultimately depending on the specific needs and goals of the website (00:47:31).
- For a site focused on internships, the broad approach could be beneficial in order to show the maximum pool of results, but the strict approach may also be useful as people are often used to filtering down their search results (00:48:06).
- The strict approach is considered a good default option, as it allows users to quickly find what they are looking for by filtering down the results, rather than being presented with a large number of options (00:48:18).
- The choice between broad and strict match for Dynamic Category Filtering should be based on the site’s specific industry and the types of searches that users are performing, with the goal of providing the most relevant and useful results (00:48:01).
- The discussion involves considering the user experience and how people typically search for information, with the strict approach often being more intuitive for users who are used to filtering down their search results (00:48:22).
Dynamic Category Filtering vs. default member search module (00:48:48)
- The discussion revolves around the comparison of dynamic category filtering and the default member search module, with the suggestion to test dynamic category filtering for a month to see its impact on analytics, such as bounce rate and page views (00:48:49).
- The site in question has a search function that allows users to filter by location, and then by specific categories such as comedy clubs or nightlife locations, which could benefit from dynamic category filtering (00:49:05).
- The use of dynamic category filtering can make a site more engaging, with features like checkboxes that encourage users to click more, potentially leading to lower bounce rates and more page views (00:50:33).
- Google Analytics can be used to track the effectiveness of dynamic category filtering, and the data can also impact search engine ranking positions (00:50:45).
- The site has a mix of B2B and B2C elements, with businesses like bars and nightclubs using the site to find promoters or DJs, while consumers use it to find places to go out and drink (00:51:36).
- The site could benefit from having separate sections for consumer-facing and B2B directories, with logical paths to guide users to the relevant sections (00:52:40).
- The dynamic category filtering could be used to create a more organized and user-friendly experience, with subcategories and checkboxes to help users find what they are looking for (00:53:20).
Is location field in Dynamic Category Filtering add-on compatible with Multi-Locaiton Listings add-on? (00:53:34)
- The location field in the Dynamic Category Filtering add-on is compatible with service areas from the Multi-Location Listings add-on, allowing members to be found in their selected service areas (00:53:39).
- By default, the location search takes into account the additional service areas that members want to be found in, providing more accurate results (00:53:47).
- Updates have been made to the service area’s logic, resulting in more accurate and better results for members who have selected service areas, and also listing the name of the service area a member was found in because of a location search match (00:53:57).
- The Dynamic Category Filtering add-on does take into account the service areas that members have selected, providing an accurate search result (00:54:15).
- A member, Carolyn, had a question about the compatibility of the location field with the Multi-Location Listings add-on, and the answer is yes, it is compatible (00:53:37).
Adding the Dynamic Category FIltering with location search module to a website (00:54:26)
- The discussion is about a follow-up on a previous member’s question regarding locations on the site podcastersdirectory.com, where the goal is to enable searching for guests by location and category at the same time (00:54:26).
- The current search function allows for searching by either location or category, but not both simultaneously, and there is a separate search module on the sidebar that is not connected to the main search bar (00:55:22).
- To address this issue, a change was made to the site’s content edit post settings, specifically in the search results page and additional settings, to enable dynamic category filtering with sub and sub-sub categories (00:55:50).
- The update aims to make the site more user-friendly, especially for members who want to host events in different cities and connect with other members in those locations (00:56:47).
- The new feature allows for searching by location and category, and it saves previous search results, enabling users to easily find members in specific locations, such as Atlanta or Georgia (U.S. state) (00:57:03).
- The example used to demonstrate the new feature involves searching for members in the business category in Atlanta, and the results show that the site now allows for more specific and targeted searches (00:57:42).
- The update is expected to improve the overall user experience, especially for members who want to connect with others in specific locations, and it is a significant improvement over the previous search function (00:58:11).
- The dynamic category filtering feature can be adjusted to either The Broad match or strict match, with strict match filtering results to be smaller and smaller as users click, and broad match opening up more results (00:58:50).
- The broad match option may be more suitable for cases where users are looking for a wide variety of options, as it allows for more flexibility in search results (00:59:02).
- The strict match option, on the other hand, may be more suitable for cases where there are many categories, as it helps to narrow down search results and prevent overwhelming users (00:59:31).
- The dynamic category filtering feature can be customized in the advanced settings by typing in “Dynamic” and adjusting the settings, such as toggling the accordion open or closed (00:59:38).
- An alternative approach to dynamic category filtering is to guide users towards selecting one of the top-level categories and then displaying subs and sub-subs for that category in the sidebar (00:59:56).
- Another option is to create a tag cloud that allows users to toggle between top-level categories, and then displays subs and sub-subs for the selected category (01:00:08).
How to move all members from one category to another? (01:00:28)
- To move members from one category to another, it is possible to change people’s top-level category in the members page, for example, switching them from “restaurants” to “auto services” by selecting the desired top-level category and updating it, (01:00:29).
- The process involves selecting all the members in the current top-level category, then updating the top-level category and choosing the new category to move them to, such as from “auto services” to “restaurants”, (01:01:03).
- If sub-categories are involved, there is a workaround where members can be reassigned to another sub-category when deleting a sub-category, by going to member categories and sub-categories, and choosing where to move the existing members, (01:01:25).
- This reassignment option appears when deleting a sub-category, prompting to assign existing members to another sub-category, allowing the choice of where to move them, (01:01:39).
- After reassigning members, it is possible to either add back the deleted sub-category, such as “Audi”, if needed, or keep it deleted, (01:01:51).
Reviewing a software directory website (01:02:14)
- The directory website has been launched and is going public, featuring a software directory without locations, allowing searches by software or services worldwide, and including categories like freelancers (01:02:15).
- The website’s search function is based on categories, not locations, and users are not required to enter their locations, with only phone numbers and emails being collected (01:03:10).
- To address potential SEO issues, it is recommended to set location-based SEO templates to “no index, no follow” to prevent Google from indexing them, as the website does not have location-based content (01:04:09).
- The website’s sitemap should be updated to reflect the “no index, no follow” setting for location-based pages, which will also update the sitemap accordingly (01:05:06).
- The categories on the website are expected to rank for SAS categories, and member profile listings will also rank, with internal linking happening on the site, suggesting that the website’s SEO is generally in good shape (01:06:02).
- Additional steps to consider include adding custom content and SEO, as well as reviewing the website’s structure and content to ensure it is optimized for search engines (01:06:23).
Add Custom Content, Banners & SEO Value to Search Result Pages (01:06:35)
- To add value to search results pages, it is possible to add a blurb of custom content and make the page more SEO friendly, creating a better user experience (01:06:37).
- Adding custom content to search results pages can include internal linking and quick links, similar to what was seen on the bar and Club site, which can be done to get more granular (01:06:58).
- It is recommended to monitor Google Analytics after making changes to the search results page and to give the site to friends and family to test it, also known as the friends and family test (01:07:13).
- The Facebook group is available for support, and the webinar replay will be posted there in about 15 or 20 minutes, and subscribers are encouraged to subscribe to the YouTube channel and visit brilliantdirectories.com (01:07:51).
- The next webinar will be in two weeks, and the team will catch up with the audience then, and in the meantime, they wish everyone a great day and a brilliant week (01:08:01).