This checklist defines how Archive Templates are created and used in Bricks Builder. Archive Templates control the structural layout for WordPress archive contexts such as categories, tags, authors, dates, and other query‑driven listings.
Archive Templates are structural containers. They define layout, hierarchy, and placement of dynamic listing elements without embedding content‑specific assumptions or editorial content.
Checklist Objective
Define stable, reusable Archive Template structures so all archive contexts inherit consistent layout behavior across breakpoints and devices.
Preconditions
- Bricks — Post Template Definition is completed and approved
- Bricks Builder parent theme is installed and licensed
- Bricks child theme is active
- No Archive Templates have been created yet
Checklist Steps — Archive Template Definition
1. Identify required archive contexts
- Confirm which archive types require templates:
- Categories
- Tags
- Author archives
- Date‑based archives
- Decide whether a single unified Archive Template is sufficient
- Document any archive contexts that require separate templates
2. Create the base Archive Template
- Navigate to Bricks → Templates
- Tap Add New Template
- Template Title: Archive Template 01
- Template Type: Archive
- Tap Publish
- Tap Edit with Bricks
3. Define template conditions
- Open Template Settings in the Bricks editor
- Add one or more conditions as required:
- Condition: Archive
- Assign applicable archive types (Category, Tag, Author, Date)
- Confirm the template applies only to archive contexts
4. Establish base archive layout structure
- Add a top‑level Section
- Add a Container within the section
- Ensure the container controls width and alignment
- Do not apply decorative styling
5. Insert dynamic archive elements
- Add required dynamic elements for archives:
- Archive Title
- Archive Description (if applicable)
- Posts Loop / Query Loop element
- Confirm all content is dynamically sourced
- Do not hard‑code labels, text, or taxonomy names
6. Configure post listing behavior
- Configure the Posts / Query Loop element intentionally
- Confirm it uses the default post template structure
- Avoid custom per‑archive styling or logic
7. Validate responsive behavior
- Switch between all defined breakpoints
- Confirm listing layout adapts correctly
- Confirm spacing and alignment inherit from global systems
8. Validate archive rendering
- Visit one or more category or tag archive pages
- Confirm correct template assignment
- Confirm consistent structure across archive types
9. Save and lock the Archive Template
- Tap Save in the Bricks editor
- Do not modify this template during content creation
Required Output
- Reusable Archive Template created
- Template conditions correctly applied to archive contexts
- Dynamic listing elements configured correctly
- Consistent structural wrapper established for all archives
Pause & Lock
Archive Templates are now locked. All archive contexts must use this template unless explicitly documented otherwise.
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