Editing Email Designer: Blocks explained (section)

== Step-by-Step Instructions ==
This section will outline how to use each block within the Email Designer effectively, explaining the associated configurations and settings.

=== Banner Block ===
Adding an attractive header or footer to your campaigns can significantly elevate their visual appeal. Follow these steps to add a Banner block:

1. Click on '''Blocks''' under the Content menu located in the sidebar.
2. Drag the '''Banner''' block from the sidebar to the preferred location in your campaign.
3. Click the newly placed block to open the '''Content Manager'''. Should you not have an image uploaded, you can select '''Add File''' in the modal that appears to upload your image.
4. Choose the image that you wish to use.
5. With the banner selected, you can adjust settings including '''Orientation''', '''Banner Height''', and '''Filter''' in the settings sidebar. 
6. Optionally, you can link the banner to a page, insert alt text, and set the banner image as an anchor link that redirects to another section of your email. Additionally, elements can be hidden on desktop or mobile devices.

The recommended banner dimensions are 600px by 300px and 600px by 400px. You can modify images and fonts in any order as per your design requirements.

=== Timer Block ===
Utilizing a Timer block is valuable when counting down to significant events, such as flash sales. Here’s how to add a Timer to your campaign:

1. Click on '''Timer''' under the Content menu in the sidebar.
2. Drag the '''Timer''' block to your desired location in the campaign.
3. Click the Timer container to trigger the sidebar settings menu.
4. Set the end date and time for your countdown timer, selecting the appropriate time zone. Note that the timer settings will only reflect the specified time zone, not the contact’s local time.
5. Optionally, you can toggle on the '''Expired Timer Image''' to display an image from the Content Manager when the timer reaches zero.

=== Menu Block ===
Creating a responsive Menu block can help guide recipients to various sections or product pages. To add a Menu block, follow these steps:

1. Click on '''Menu''' under the Content menu in the sidebar.
2. Drag and drop the '''Menu''' block to the desired position within your email.
3. By selecting '''Add Menu Items''', customize the number of menu options. The default is three, but you can add as many as desired (note, however, that after 11 items, the line will wrap).
4. Choose whether to use icons, links, or both for the menu items. Customize the menu names, URLs, fonts, images, background colors, and more.
5. You can hide specific elements on mobile devices by selecting the '''Hide on mobile''' icon.
6. Additionally, menu icons can serve as anchor links, allowing for seamless navigation within the email.