A content sidebar in Version 7.0 templates is an editable area for adding text, images, links, and other content elements. It may appear site-wide or on specific collection pages, depending on your template.

Adding Content to Your Sidebar

1. Locate the sidebar on your page and click [Edit] in the annotation
2. Click the insertion point to add blocks
3. Choose from common sidebar blocks:
   • Archive Block (organized content links)
   • Text Block (custom text)
   • Newsletter Block (sign-up form)
   • Tag Cloud Block (visual tag display)
   • Divider Block (content separator)

Customizing Sidebar Display

Access sidebar settings through Site Styles panel:

• Adjust position (Left/Right)
• Toggle visibility (Show/Hide)
• Modify width
• Change layout options

Template-Specific Options:

• Bedford: Choose between one sidebar, split sidebar, or full width
• Montauk: Select center, right sidebar, or left sidebar
• Skye: Customize sidebar width and author profile display
• Wells: Adjust sidebar position or hide completely

Navigation Sidebar Templates:

• Aviator: Site-wide sidebar navigation
• Bedford: Sidebar on dropdown and index pages
• Five: Optional navigation sidebar
• Supply: Site-wide navigation sidebar
• Wells: Navigation sidebar with editable content

Important Notes:

• Sidebar content doesn't transfer between templates
• Most templates display sidebar at bottom on mobile devices
• Ishimoto template hides sidebar on mobile
• Customize fonts and colors through site styles
• Maintain sidebar width by stacking blocks vertically

For navigation sidebars, manage content through the Pages panel and adjust logo/title settings in the Logo and Title panel.

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