To edit events using Elementor, the crucial first step is enabling the Elementor editor for your 'Events' post type within the plugin's settings.
Enabling Elementor for Events
Before you can begin designing your individual event pages with Elementor, you need to tell Elementor that it should be available for your 'Events' post type. This is a simple configuration step within the Elementor plugin settings.
According to the reference: "The first thing you need to do is go to Elementor Settings and make sure “Events” are checked for post types. This will make the “Edit with Elementor” button appear on the “Edit Event” page."
Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:
- Navigate to Elementor Settings: In your WordPress dashboard, find the Elementor menu item and click on "Settings."
- Access the Post Types Tab: Within the Elementor settings page, look for the "General" tab (which is usually the default) or a specific tab related to post types if your version differs.
- Check the "Events" Post Type: You will see a list of available post types on your website (like Posts, Pages, etc.). Locate the "Events" post type and make sure the checkbox next to it is selected.
Visualizing the Process:
| Step | Action | Location | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Go to Settings | Click on "Elementor" in the WordPress sidebar, then select "Settings". | WordPress Dashboard | Access Elementor configuration options. |
| 2. Find Post Types | Look for the section listing various content types (Posts, Pages, etc.). | Elementor Settings Page | Identify available content types for Elementor integration. |
| 3. Enable Events | Check the box next to "Events". | Elementor Settings Page | Elementor editor is now available for individual events. |
By ensuring the "Events" post type is checked in Elementor Settings, you effectively tell Elementor to activate its editor for your event entries.
Editing Your Event with Elementor
Once the setting is enabled:
- Go to the list of your Events (usually under a menu item like "Events" or "All Events" in your WordPress dashboard).
- Click on the title of the specific event you wish to edit.
- On the standard WordPress editor screen for that event, you should now see a prominent "Edit with Elementor" button.
- Click this button to open the Elementor editor and begin designing the layout and content for your event page.
This initial setup is essential to leverage Elementor's drag-and-drop capabilities for styling and structuring your individual event details.
