How to Use the Portal Layout Template for Site-wide Portal Pages

This update introduces a new Portal Layout Template that can be applied to standard WordPress pages, posts, and custom post types.

By selecting this template, your content is displayed using the SureDash portal layout. This makes it possible to use Portal Blocks and portal styling outside of Spaces, while still keeping the experience consistent.

You can apply the Portal Layout Template to:

• WordPress pages
• WordPress posts
• Custom post types

The Portal Layout Template works with both block themes and classic themes, including themes like Astra, with no additional setup required.

Purpose and Benefits

The Portal Layout Template helps you maintain a consistent portal experience across your site.

Benefits

• Keeps users inside the portal layout when viewing pages or posts
• Maintains a unified design across all portal-related content
• Improves navigation clarity and user engagement
• Allows flexible use of WordPress content while preserving the portal experience

This is useful for onboarding pages, announcements, help content, and custom workflows.

How to Apply the Portal Layout Template

Follow the steps below to apply the Portal Layout Template to a page, post, or custom post type.

Step 1: Open the Content Editor

1. Go to your WordPress dashboard.
2. Open the page, post, or custom post type you want to display inside the portal.

Refer to the screenshot below for guidance.

Step 2: Select the Portal Layout Template

1. In the editor settings panel, locate the Template or Page Attributes section.
2. Select Portal Layout Template.

Once selected, the editor will reflect the portal layout structure.

Step 3: Add Portal Blocks (Optional)

1. Use the block editor to add Portal Blocks as needed.
2. You can combine portal-specific blocks with standard WordPress blocks.

This allows you to build rich layouts while keeping a consistent portal design.

Step 4: Publish or Update

1. Click Publish or Update.
2. Visit the page on the front end to confirm it loads inside the portal layout.

This allows you to build rich layouts while keeping the portal look and feel.

Notes

• The Portal Layout Template only applies to the selected page or post.
• Existing portal navigation and styling are automatically applied.
• No additional configuration is required for block themes or classic themes.

Conclusion

The Portal Layout Template makes it easy to extend the SureDash portal experience to standard WordPress content. By using this template, you can ensure a seamless and consistent experience for your users across the portal.

If you have questions or need help setting this up, feel free to reach out to our support team.