How to Adjust Load More Options in a Blog Block
Overview
Zibster Blog Blocks allow you to display published blog posts directly on a page in your Website Builder. If your Blog Block has more posts available than the selected layout displays at first, you can use the Last Item settings to let visitors load additional blog posts without leaving the page.
The Blog Block includes Load More display options similar to the List Block. When the selected layout supports Link Style options, you can choose whether the Load More option appears as a Button, Text Only link, or Last Grid Item.
This guide explains how to adjust the Load More option for a Blog Block and choose how it appears on your Zibster website.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have:
A Zibster website page created
A Blog Block added to the page
Published blog posts available in your Blog
A Blog Block layout selected
More published blog posts available than the number currently displayed by the Blog Block layout
STEP ONE
Log in to your Zibster account and click WEBSITE in the left-side menu.
This opens your Website Builder, where you can edit your website pages and manage your content blocks.
STEP TWO
Open the page that contains your Blog Block.
Click directly on the Blog Block to open the block settings panel. You can also click the upper-right corner of the Blog Block and choose CHANGE LAYOUT if you need to adjust the layout before editing the Last Item settings.
If you're adding a new Blog Block, simply click on the Blog option in the right column.
STEP THREE
Choose a Blog Block layout that supports the Last Item option.
The Last Item settings are layout dependent. The number of blog posts that display at first is controlled by the layout settings, including the number of rows and columns available for the layout you choose.
For example, if your Blog Block is set to display two rows and two columns, visitors will see four blog posts at first. If more than four posts are available, the Load More option can be used to reveal additional posts.
If you do not see the Last Item settings in your Blog Block panel, change the Blog Block layout and check the settings again.
STEP FOUR
Locate the Last Item settings section in the right-side panel.
Choose Yes, as a "Load More" link to allow visitors to load additional blog posts directly on the page.
This option is best when you want visitors to keep browsing more blog posts without sending them to a separate page.
STEP FIVE
Under Link Style, choose how you want the Load More option to appear on your website.
Depending on the selected layout, you may be able to choose from:
- Button
- Text Only
- Last Grid Item
Button displays the Load More option as a clickable button.
Text Only displays the Load More option as a simple text link.
Last Grid Item uses the final visible grid item area as the prompt visitors click to load more blog posts.
Use the Link Text field to customize the text visitors see. For example, you can use text such as Load More, View More Posts, or See More Stories.
If your selected layout does not include the Link Style dropdown, the Load More option may use the Last Grid Item style automatically.
FINAL STEP
Click Save Changes to apply your update.
Visit the page on your website to preview how the selected Load More option appears and functions for visitors. Your Blog Block will now display the Load More option using the style you selected, and visitors can click it to view additional blog posts without leaving the page.
Load More Style Options
The Blog Block includes three Load More display styles when supported by the selected layout. The screenshots below show examples of each available option.
Additional Options and Helpful Notes
Choosing the Best Load More Style
Different Load More styles create different browsing experiences for your website visitors.
Button styles are more prominent and easier to notice.
Text Only styles create a cleaner, more minimal appearance.
Last Grid Item styles create a more interactive browsing experience within the blog post grid.
You can switch between Load More styles at any time without changing your published blog posts, blog post URLs, tags, or content.
Customizing Last Grid Item Colors
If you choose Last Grid Item, you can customize its colors from the COLORS tab in the Blog Block settings.
Available color settings may include:
Last Item Text Color
Last Item Background Color
These settings control how the Last Grid Item prompt appears on your website.
Using a Standard Link Instead
The Last Item section can also be used as a standard call-to-action link instead of a Load More link.
Choose Yes, as a “Standard” link if you want the final item to send visitors somewhere else, such as your full blog page, a featured landing page, a contact form, or another page on your website.
Standard link options may include:
External Link
Page
Form
Marketing
File
Phone
Address
Video
Pop-Ups
Use the Load More option when you want visitors to reveal more blog posts on the same page. Use the Standard link option when you want to send visitors to another destination.
Layout Compatibility
The Last Item settings are layout dependent.
If you do not see the Load More, Link Style, or Last Item settings, confirm that your Blog Block is using a supported layout. You can change the block layout by opening the Blog Block settings and choosing CHANGE LAYOUT.
Rows and Columns Control How Many Posts Display First
The number of blog posts visitors see before the Load More option appears depends on your Blog Block layout settings.
If your selected layout supports rows and columns, adjust those settings to control how many posts appear at first. Any additional published posts can be loaded using the Load More option when it is enabled.
Troubleshooting and FAQs
Why is the Load More option not showing on my website?
The Load More option only appears when there are more published blog posts available than the number currently displayed by your Blog Block layout.
Check your rows, columns, post filters, selected layout, and published blog posts to confirm that additional posts are available.
Why do I not see the Link Style dropdown?
The Link Style dropdown is layout dependent. If your selected Blog Block layout does not include Link Style options, the Load More option may use the Last Grid Item style automatically.
Can I change the Load More text?
Yes. Use the Link Text field in the Last Item settings to customize the text visitors see.
Examples include:
- Load More
- View More Posts
- See More Stories
- Read More Articles
Will changing the Load More style affect my blog posts?
No. Changing the Load More style only changes how the Load More option appears on your website. It does not change your published blog posts, blog post URLs, tags, or content.
Can I use the Last Item option to link somewhere else instead of loading more posts?
Yes. Choose Yes, as a “Standard” link if you want the final item to link to another destination, such as a website page, form, file, email address, phone number, video, or pop-up.
Use Yes, as a “Load More” link only when you want visitors to reveal more blog posts on the same page.
