Luxer WordPress Theme Documentation

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a WordPress Theme. This documentation consists of several parts and shows you the entire process of setting up and administering a WordPress Website from scratch.

What is WordPress CMS?

WordPress is a free and open source blogging tool and a content management system (CMS) based on PHP and MySQL. It enables you to build Websites and powerful on-line applications and requires almost no technical skills or knowledge to manage. Many aspects, including its ease of use and extensibility, have made WordPress the most popular Web site software available. Learn More

What is a WordPress template

A WordPress template is a skin for a website built with the WordPress CMS platform. In other words, you can easily change your WordPress Web site appearance by installing a new template in a few easy steps. With all its simplicity, a WordPress template is provided with all the necessary source files and you are free to edit or extend it the way you need.

Help and Support

mail us: support@starthemes.net

Files structure

The template package you have downloaded consists of several folders. Let's see what each folder contains:

documentation - contains documentation files.
- documentation.html - the main documentation file. You are right here :)
screenshots - contains template screenshots. Not for production.
theme - contains WordPress theme files.
- theme####.zip - this folder content all the necessary files for the theme.
- sample_data - contains files that can make your WordPress website look like our live demo.
  - sample_data.xml - contains all template sample data (posts, pages, categories, etc.).
  - various images and other media files
- manuall_install - contains files that can make your WordPress website look like our live demo.
  - uploads - contains theme images.
  - theme#####.sql - database backup file (contains theme content).
license.txt - contains license details.
readme.txt - contain information about theme images path and font use and usage scritps.

Template installation

Template installation is very easy process. The installation process includes only two simple steps: theme installation and sample data installation.

All installation steps can be done within WordPress interface. It makes process comfortable and fast.

Step 1. Theme installation

Go to the menu Appearance > Themes and click the Add New Theme button.
Click the Upload link.
Click the Browse button and navigate to the unzipped template package on your computer.
Look for a file called luxer-pro.zip Click on it to select, then click OK.
Click the Install Now button and wait until the installation is complete.
Click the Activate link to change the current layout of the site to the theme your purchased.
Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Restore Default.

Congratulations, your theme have been successfully installed!

Step 2. Sample Data Installation

To make your WordPress website look like our live demo, please follow the instructions below.

Go to the tools Select import option and select wordpress and install then browse xml file and you'r done. See below screenshot.

How to set up homepage

Setup Header

Follow these instructions to setup header.

For Site Name/Logo: For changing site name go to Settings >> General >> Site Title OR if you want to uplaod logo for your site go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Basic settings >> Logo. Please see the theme option tab in this documentation for more details.
For Navigation: See the Setup Navigation tab of this documentation.
For Slider: Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Homepage Slider >> Upload image, Add Title and Sub Title

Setup What We Do Featured Box Section

For setting up What We Do Featured Box section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 1.

Shortcode/Content for What We Do Featured Box Section.

[row][column col="3"][features icon="video" icon_style="solid" title="VIP Escorts" link="#"]Phasellus viverra nulla ut metus varius laoreet. Quisque rutrum. Aenean imperdiet.[/features][/column][column col="3"][features icon="volume-high" icon_style="solid" title="Outdoor Party" link="#"]Phasellus viverra nulla ut metus varius laoreet. Quisque rutrum. Aenean imperdiet.[/features][/column][column col="3"][features icon="wine-glass" icon_style="solid" title="Theme Party" link="#"]Phasellus viverra nulla ut metus varius laoreet. Quisque rutrum. Aenean imperdiet.[/features][/column][column col="3"][features icon="party-bell" icon_style="solid" title="Vintage Treats" link="#"]Phasellus viverra nulla ut metus varius laoreet. Quisque rutrum. Aenean imperdiet.[/features][/column][/row]

Setup Counter Section

For setting up Counter section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 2.

Shortcode/Content for Counter Section.

[row][column col="3"][counter icon="microphone-stand" icon_style="light" title="Singers" count="55" number_color="#ffffff" title_color="#ffffff" plus="yes"][/column][column col="3"][counter icon="camera-viewfinder" icon_style="light" title="Viewers" count="1000" number_color="#ffffff" title_color="#ffffff" plus="yes"][/column][column col="3"][counter icon="user-headset" icon_style="light" title="DJ Member" count="500" number_color="#ffffff" title_color="#ffffff" plus="yes"][/column][column col="3"][counter icon="sliders-up" icon_style="light" title="Hours" count="4" number_color="#ffffff" title_color="#ffffff" plus="yes"][/column][/row]

Setup About Our Club Section

For setting up About Our Club section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 3.

Shortcode/Content for About Our Club Section.

[about_wrap]Experience the best nightlife option in with this escorted tour that includes 3 of the funnest bar/lounges/clubs each night has to offer. LUXER CLUB also features a dayclub that serves as an exclusive adult oasis by day and an extension of the nightclub in the evening. You can experience a vibrant beach club scene hosted by todays most influential DJs while living it up in eight Grand Cabanas, each with its own private spa and infinity plunge pool. We have great crowd motivating DJs who are night builders and can help to increase spend and dwell time in our club.[clear][about_video image_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/abt-thumb.jpg"][popup_video video_link="https://www.youtube.com/embed/QnMA-xnEAc8"][/about_video][/about_wrap]

Setup What We Offer Services Section

For setting up What We Offer Services section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 4.

Shortcode/Content for What We Offer Services Section.

[row][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/ser-1.jpg" icon="video" icon_style="light" title="Commercial Shoot" link="#"]Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio nibh Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/ser-2.jpg" icon="cake-candles" icon_style="light" title="Birthday Parties" link="#"]Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio nibh Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/ser-3.jpg" icon="champagne-glasses" icon_style="light" title="Celebrity Events" link="#"]Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio nibh Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/ser-4.jpg" icon="user-crown" icon_style="light" title="VIP Services" link="#"]Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio nibh Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/ser-5.jpg" icon="music" icon_style="light" title="Dancing Floor" link="#"]Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio nibh Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio.[/services][/column][column col="4"][services image_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/ser-6.jpg" icon="violin" icon_style="light" title="Bachelorette" link="#"]Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio nibh Nulla or narm mus vel ultricies. Quisque ve odio.[/services][/column][/row]

Setup Client Testimonials Section

For setting up Client Testimonials section first of all you need to add some testimonials by using testimonials post type please see the below screenshot.

After adding post to Client Testimonials go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Section 5.

Shortcode/Content: for Client Testimonials Section

[testimonials show="-1"]

Setup Upcoming Events Section

For setting up Upcoming Events section first of all you need to add some Events by using Events post type please see the below screenshot.

After adding post to Upcoming Events go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Section 6.

Shortcode/Content: for Upcoming Events Section

[events type="slider" show="-1"]

[events type="grid" column="2/3/4" show="-1"]

[events type="list" show="-1"]

Setup Book Reservation Section

For setting up Book Reservation section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 7.

Shortcode/Content for Book Reservation Section.

[reservation sub_title="Reservation" title="Book Your Seats Now To Enjoy Night Club" form_name="Reservation Form" form_id="b43011b"]

Setup DJs Team Members Section

For setting up DJs Team Members section first of all you need to add some team by using Our Team post type please see the below screenshot.

After adding post to DJs Team Members go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Section 8.

Shortcode/Content: for DJs Team Members Section

[our-team type="slider" show="-1"]

[our-team type="grid" show="-1" column="2/3/4"]

Setup Icon Box Section

For setting up Icon Box section Go to >> Appearance >> Theme Options >> Sections >> Select Section 9.

Shortcode/Content for Icon Box Section.

[icons_lists][iconbox image_icon_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/iconimg-1.png" title="Hookah" link="#"][iconbox image_icon_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/iconimg-2.png" title="Bar" link="#"][iconbox image_icon_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/iconimg-3.png" title="Launge Area" link="#"][iconbox image_icon_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/iconimg-4.png" title="Dance Floor" link="#"][iconbox image_icon_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/iconimg-5.png" title="VIP Zone" link="#"][iconbox image_icon_path="http://localhost/star/luxer/wp-content/themes/luxer-pro/images/iconimg-6.png" title="Restaurant" link="#"][/icons_lists]

Setup Latest Blog News Section

For setting up Latest Blog News section first of all you need to add some posts by using Posts. Follow below instruction to add posts.

Once you added posts in the Latest Blog News Posts type after that you just have to add post shortcode in the sections content area and you'r done. (Section 10.)

Shortcode/Content for Latest Blog News Section

[latest-news show="-1" type="slider" from_category="Add category slug" comment="show/hide" date="show/hide" author="show/hide" category="show/hide"]

[latest-news show="3" type="grid" column="2/3/4" from_category="Add category slug" comment="show/hide" date="show/hide" author="show/hide" category="show/hide"]

Setup Footer

Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Basic Setting.

For footer column 1: Go to Appearance >> Widget >> Footer 1 >> Add Widget Get In Touch
For footer column 2: Go to Appearance >> Widget >> Footer 2 >> Add Widget Opening Hours
For footer column 3: Go to Appearance >> Widget >> Footer 3 >> Add Widget Subscribe Newsletter
For footer column 4: Go to Appearance >> Widget >> Footer 4 >> Add Widget Latest Post
For footer copyright text: Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Besic Setting >> Footer Copyright
For design by text: Go to Appearance >> Theme Options >> Besic Setting >> Footer Design by

Setup Navigation

First of all create pages from go to Pages >> Add new page.
Go to Appearance >> Menu
Click on Create a new menu link
Give a name to your menu in Menu name and click save menu button
Once you have create menu. You need to add pages by selecting with checkboxes. After adding menu list you can arrange it by drag and drop.
Select menu theme location from the below checkboxes

See this screenshot for better understanding.

Page Templates and Sidebars

Page Templates

Default Template (the default page template with a right sidebar position)
Full Screen Page (the full screen page template without a sidebar)
Full Width Page (a page template with one column without a sidebar)
Left Sidebar (a page template with left sidebar position)
No Sidebar (a page template have space on left and right.)
Blog (Full Width) (a blog templates with one column without sidebar)
Blog (Left Sidebar) (a blog templates with left sidebar position)
Blog (Right Sidebar) (a blog template with right sidebar position)
Blog (No Sidebar) (a blog template with no sidebar position)
Contact (Full Width) (a contact template with add google map position)

Posts, Categories and Post Formats

Adding category

Review the following article for more information on adding categories: http://codex.wordpress.org/Manage_Categories_SubPanel

Log into your WordPress Administration Panel (Dashboard).
Click the Posts tab.
With that done, click Categories for blog posts.
Type in the name of your new category.
After that, click the Add New Category button.

Click the Publish button.

Creating a Blog post

Log into your WordPress Administration Panel (Dashboard).
Click the Posts tab.
Click the Add New tab.
Type in your post content. For more information on adding posts, please check the following link http://codex.wordpress.org/Posts_Add_New_SubPanel.

Shortcodes

A shortcode is a powerful content building tool http://codex.wordpress.org/Shortcode. Shortcodes are easy to use. First of all, make sure that the editing mode is set to Visual.

All available shortcodes are conditionally divided into these groups:

Testimonials - used for testimonials output.
Social icon - used for social icon output.
One column, Two column, Three column, Four column, Six column - used for display content on columns.
Tabs - used for display tabs.
Toggle content - used for display toggle.
Accordion content - used for display accordion.
Gradient Button - used for small, medium, large, xtra large gradient button.
Simple Button - used for small, medium, large, xtra large simple button.
Round Button - used for light, dark round button.
Message Boxes - used for success, error, warning, info, about message boxes.
Search - used to display search form.
List style - used to display lists.
Blogpost - used to display blog post.

Testimonial

[testimonials]

Elements

Column Content

[row][column col="1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12"]Your Content / Short code goes here...[/column][/row]

Description: used to display column content. You can also use col="One column, Two column, Three column, Four column, Six column".

Tabs

[tabs]
[tab title="TAB TITLE 1"]Tab Content goes here...[/tab]
[/tabs]

Description: use to display tab content.

Toggle content

[toggle_content title="Toggle Title 1"]Toggle Content goes here...[/toggle_content]

Description: use to display toggle content.

Accordion Content

[accordion]
[accordion_content title="ACCORDION TITLE 1"]Accordion Content goes here...[/accordion_content]
[/accordion]

Description: use to display accordion content.

Gradient Button

[gradient_button size="small" bg_color="#000000" color="#ffffff" text="text here"  title="title here" url="#" position="left"]

Description: use to display gradient button. you can use small, medium, large, xtra lareg sizes.

Simple Button

[simple_button size="small" bg_color="#000000" color="#ffffff" text="text here"  title="title here" url="#" position="left"]

Description: use to display simple button. you can use small, medium, large, xtra lareg sizes.

Round Button

[round_button style="light" text="text here"  title="title here" url="#" position="left"]

Description: use to display round button. you can use light or dark style.

Horizontal rule

[hr]

Description: used to display a horizontal line.

Succes Message Box

[message type="success"]This is a sample of the 'success' style message box shortcode. To use this style use the following shortcode[/message]

Description: use to display success message box. you can also use error, warning, info, about types.

Search

[searchform]

Description: use to display search form.

List Style

[unordered_list style="list-1"]<li>List style 1</li>[/unordered_list]

Custom Widgets

Theme Options

The following theme contains the Settings option. These settings allow you to change the theme’s color palette, order of items, turn items on/off and do lots of other things. In order to use these settings, please go to Appearance → Theme Options.

Basic Settings

Font Typography

Font Color

Sections

Slider Settings

Shortcode

The following plugin Settings option. First upon search contact form 7 plugin and follow the below instruction, please go to Plugin → Add New.

Plugin Installation

Plugin Use

Setup Gallery Page

Gallery Slider

For setting up photo gallery page first of all you need to add some posts by using Photo Gallery Posts. Follow below instruction to add posts.

Once you added posts in the Gallery Page Posts type after that you just have to add post shortcode in the gallery page content area and you'r done.

Shortcode/Content for Gallery Page

Grid Layout : [photo-gallery show="-1" type="grid"]

Slider Layout : [photo-gallery show="-1" type="slider"]

Setup Portfolio

For setting up Portfolio page first of all you need to add some posts by using Portfolio Posts. Follow below instruction to add posts.

Once you added posts in the Portfolio Page Posts type after that you just have to add post shortcode in the team page content area and you'r done.

Shortcode/Content for Portfolio

Grid / Filter Layout : [portfolio type="grid" show="-1" column="2/3/4" filter="true/false"]

Slider Layout : [portfolio type="slider" show="-1"]