Working with Pages & Items#
This section explores the foundational elements of Miva Merchant’s page and template architecture. By understanding how pages and items interact, developers and administrators can customize their stores to deliver seamless, user-centric experiences.
This section is designed to provide a structured learning path, starting with the basics of pages and items, progressing into more advanced topics like pseudo pages, product list items, and branching for version control.
What You’ll Learn#
Understanding Pages:
- The role of pages in structuring your Miva Merchant store.
- How to manage page templates effectively.
- The concept of pseudo pages for seamless functionality.
Understanding Items:
- How items enhance the functionality of pages.
- The difference between global and local items.
- How product list items manage and display product data.
Version Control and Best Practices:
- How to use branches to experiment with changes safely.
- Tips for organizing and managing templates for maintainability.
Topics Covered#
Pages Overview
- Explore the foundational role of pages in Miva Merchant.
- Learn about the customization options for pages, including visual structure and behavior.
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Understand the distinction between global templates and page-specific elements.
Items Overview
- Discover how items act as the building blocks of functionality within page templates.
- Understand how to assign and use items to enhance the capabilities of your pages.
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Differentiate between built-in and third-party items.
Global vs. Local Items
- Dive deeper into the scope of items and how they impact template functionality.
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Learn how to strategically use global and local items for consistency and efficiency.
Product List Items
- Learn how product list items shape the presentation of product information.
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Understand how
<mvt:foreach>loops work to iterate through product data arrays.
Pseudo Pages
- Understand the concept of pseudo pages, such as
OINF, and their role in page redirections. -
Learn how pseudo pages manage critical processes like checkout flows.
Version Control
- Learn about branching and how to manage changes in a controlled environment.
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Understand how to preview, merge, and roll back branches to ensure a seamless user experience.
Summary#
The Working with Pages & Items section provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing the building blocks of Miva Merchant sites. By mastering these topics, you’ll gain the skills to create flexible, maintainable, and user-focused e-commerce experiences.
Ready to dive in? Start with the Pages Overview → or explore the individual topics to enhance your knowledge.