Blogs: New Author Layout | Clixio Changelog
With the new Author Layout, blogs can now present author information in a more modern, engaging, and professional manner, helping readers connect with the individuals behind the content.
Enhanced author visibility. Greater credibility. More engaging blog experiences.
🚀 **What’s New**
- **Choose Between Two Author Layouts**
You can now select the author experience that best suits your brand:
**Modern Preview (New)**
- Card-based design
- Cleaner visual hierarchy
- Optimised for reader engagement
- Default layout for newly created blog posts
**Classic Preview**
- Existing author layout
- Available for users who prefer the current experience
- **Enhanced Author Profiles**
Author information is now displayed in a more structured and visually appealing format, including:
- Profile image
- Author name
- Designation or role
- Author bio
- Social media links
- Email address
This helps readers quickly grasp the author’s expertise and background.
- **Expandable “Read More” Experience**
Long author bios are automatically condensed for a cleaner reading experience. Readers can click “Read More” to expand and view the complete author description without disrupting the blog layout.
- **Fully Responsive Across Devices**
The new author section is optimised for:
Ensuring a consistent experience across all screen sizes.
👷 **How to Use This Feature**
- Go to Sites → Blogs
- Open Blog Post Settings
- Select your preferred Author Layout
- Configure author details, social links, and email information

💡 **Why It Matters**
- Build trust and credibility through stronger author branding
- Increase reader engagement with richer author profiles
- Create a more professional blog experience
- Highlight expertise and thought leadership more effectively
📝 **Notes**
- The Modern Author Layout is the default for newly created blog posts
- Existing blogs will continue using their current layout unless updated manually
- Dedicated author profile pages are not included in this release
- Multiple authors per blog post are not currently supported

