New Website or Site Redo...Step back and plan on paper first.
Did you sign up for a RescueGroups.org Website?
Are you thinking about redoing your existing RescueGroups.org website?
Not sure where to start?
Here are some tips that may help make the process go a little more smoothly, and maybe even fun!
Where to start...
- Tip: Get to know the functionality of the website service (Quick Start Guide, User Guide, Training)
- Be the user! Your site should make it easy for your user to find the information they need.
- Take a step back before diving right in; do a little pre-planning.
Big Picture
- What is the main purpose of this site?
- How do I focus the users attention to this purpose?
- What is the secondary, tertiary purpose of the site?
- What is the first thing I want someone to see when they visit my site?
Layout
- How do I want to present this information?
- Which of the built-in layouts looks like this will work best for my groups needs in presenting this information.
Tip: Don't be afraid to start with one layout and then change later if needed. None of your content will be deleted if you change the layout.
Tip: Leave the colors for now and come back to this later.
Creating Your Site Navigation
- Pre-Plan -- Create a word doc!
- Start with a list with a hierarchy or all items at level 1
- Level 1 main items, Level 2 are child Items, like a numbered list or bulleted list
After you have your word doc with navigation:
- Determine which pages come standard with the service and what pages you will need to create.
- Any pages that say "built-in" come standard.
Tip: You can also rename these pages on your site navigation if you do not like the built-in name.
Need Advice?
If you have any questions, please feel free to open support ticket and ask us! We can also help provide guidance and assistance on editing the size of fonts, colors, etc.
https://www.rescuegroups.org/support