Shortly after the release of 2.4, the team behind Breakdance has already published information for the upcoming update to version 2.5. The beta is already available - as always via manual download in the customer portal.
The most important new features of Breakdance 2.5 at a glance:
Inline Editing of Global Blocks
A feature that many have been waiting for: Global blocks can now be edited directly in context on the page - without the need for a separate editing view. This is a great time-saver, especially for more complex layouts.
Design Library Parts
With version 2.5, Breakdance introduces so-called "library parts" - reusable layout sections such as headers, CTAs, testimonials etc.. You can design these once and then use them across projects. Ideal for anyone who wants to work in a structured way and set up projects more efficiently.
Scroll-based animations
With the new scroll trigger, you can automatically color text or backgrounds when scrolling. This is particularly exciting for pages with sections in different colors or sticky menus. The effect can be used in a targeted manner and brings more dynamism to the design.
Input masks in Forms
Another practical feature: You can now define input masks in form fields – e.g., for phone numbers, postal codes, or IBANs. This helps to avoid input errors and ensures a better user experience.
Masonry layout for Loops
Want to display posts or products in Pinterest style? No problem with the new Masonry layout. It works with both the post loop and the term loop and gives you more flexibility in designing grid layouts.
Faster creation of Design Presets
A small but very helpful new feature: You can now create new design presets directly in the properties panel – simply type the desired name and press Enter. No extra click, no new dialog box.
Those who create many reusable styles save time and stay in their creative flow without constantly clicking through menus.
Conclusion
Breakdance 2.5 brings a number of useful improvements for day-to-day work. The inline editing of global blocks, the introduction of library parts and the new Masonry layout significantly expand the design possibilities. Functions such as input masks and the simplified creation of design presets also improve user-friendliness and efficiency when building websites.
You can find the official contribution from Breakdance here.
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