
Set Image Focus and Focal Points: Complete Guide
Focal points help center images effectively across your website. Here's how to use them:
What Are Focal Points? Focal points define the focus of an image, controlling where the image is centered when displayed in different containers or screen sizes.
Supported Image Types (Version 7.1):
- Image Blocks
- Gallery Sections
- Featured Images
- Section Background Images
Supported Image Types (Version 7.0):
- Image Blocks
- Gallery Blocks
- Gallery Pages
- Featured Images
- Banner Images
Not Optimized For:
- Background images in Site Style (Version 7.0)
- Parallax scroll images (limited effect)
- Video content
How to Set a Focal Point:
- Open the block, section, or image
- Hover over the image to see the focal point circle
- Click and drag the circle to set the focus area
- Changes save automatically
Important Considerations:
- Image dimensions and container shape affect focal point impact
- Landscape images in square containers show more noticeable focal point changes
- Images matching their container dimensions show minimal focal point effects
Gallery Image Tips:
- Adjust focal points via gallery page or section editor
- Use image editor for precise adjustments
- For Gallery Blocks in 7.0, make changes on the Gallery Page
Image Quality Tips:
- Follow recommended formatting guidelines
- Consider responsive design impact
- Adjust container sizes as needed for optimal display
This feature ensures your images remain properly centered and focused across different screen sizes and layouts, enhancing your website's visual appeal.
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