Setup
Theming
Technical Details for Custom Branding
7 min
location custom branding is managed under configuration → web → themes impact scope changes apply only to the home page , not subpages designs should stay aligned with activate’s styling for consistency tiles large tiles reduce visible entry points and can confuse users tiles with secondary landing pages are allowed but require additional configuration if you remove standard entry points, provide a clear alternative for navigation styling the default subpage background is white or very light for readability avoid drastic colour changes that make the ui inconsistent or hard to read background images should be subtle and non distracting mobile home page activate supports a separate home page for mobile devices keep the mobile home page simple due to limited screen space use google chrome’s device emulator to test designs on different screen sizes testing guidelines test across multiple screen sizes and devices validate for all user roles use developer tools and emulation modes—do not rely on manual browser resizing design process (detailed) provide templates offer templates before or during the sow process template selection customer chooses a theme/template change requests customer suggests changes; product team reviews review identify potential issues now and in future releases scope work document what changes will/won’t be made, with reasons approval obtain sign off for changes and budget implement apply changes as agreed