Website Slideshow
Overview
Website Slideshow – Business Overview
Website Slideshow is used in Dafater to manage visual banner content displayed on your public website. It allows businesses to showcase rotating images or messages on key website pages, such as the homepage, to attract attention, communicate offers, and reinforce brand messaging.
This document supports marketing, branding, and communication activities by ensuring that website visitors immediately see relevant and timely information.
What Website Slideshow Is Used For
From a business perspective, Website Slideshow helps you:
- Highlight promotions, campaigns, or seasonal offers
- Communicate important announcements or events
- Strengthen brand identity with consistent visuals
- Guide visitors toward key actions such as inquiries or sign-ups
It acts as a digital billboard on your website, ensuring your most important messages are visible without requiring visitors to search for them.
Prerequisites and Setup Requirements
Before using Website Slideshow effectively, the following should be in place:
- A live business website managed through Dafater
- Approved brand images or banners aligned with your marketing guidelines
- Clear ownership from marketing or communications teams for content updates
No advanced setup is required, but having a defined content strategy ensures better results.
Typical Workflow and Business Usage
Content Planning
Marketing or business teams decide what message or promotion should be highlighted.Slideshow Creation
A new Website Slideshow is created with selected images and basic details.Review and Approval
Content is reviewed to ensure it aligns with branding, accuracy, and business goals.Publishing on Website
Once approved, the slideshow becomes visible on the website for visitors.Periodic Updates
Slideshows are updated or replaced as campaigns change or promotions expire.
This workflow ensures your website remains fresh, relevant, and aligned with business priorities.
Key Business Scenarios Where Website Slideshow Is Essential
- Product or Service Launches – Visually introduce new offerings
- Sales and Promotions – Promote discounts or limited-time deals
- Corporate Announcements – Share important updates or milestones
- Seasonal Campaigns – Align website visuals with festivals or business cycles
- Brand Positioning – Reinforce company values and messaging
In these scenarios, Website Slideshow plays a central role in customer engagement.
Important Considerations for Users
- Keep slides simple and focused on one message at a time
- Use high-quality visuals that reflect your brand professionalism
- Avoid outdated or expired promotions being displayed
- Ensure slideshow content aligns with overall marketing and sales objectives
- Review performance and update content regularly to maintain impact
In summary, Website Slideshow is a powerful business tool in Dafater that helps organizations communicate visually, engage website visitors, and support marketing and sales goals through clear, timely, and attractive content.
Slideshow like display for the website
Basic Information
- Module: Website
- Document Type: Document
Fields
| Field Name | Label | Type | Required | Options | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| slideshow_name | Slideshow Name | Data | ✓ | - | Internal name to identify and manage website slideshow in Dafater. |
| slideshow_items | Slideshow Items | Table | Website Slideshow Item | List of images and links displayed within the website slideshow. | |
| header | Header | HTML Editor | - | HTML header content shown above slideshow on website. |
Child Tables
Slideshow Items (Website Slideshow Item)
| Field Name | Label | Type | Required | Options | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| image | Image | Attach | - | Upload slide image displayed on Dafater website slideshow. | |
| heading | Heading | Data | - | Main promotional heading shown on the Dafater website slide. | |
| description | Description | Text | - | Supporting text describing the offer or message on the slide. | |
| url | URL | Data | - | Link directing users to relevant Dafater page or campaign. |
Permissions
| Role | Read | Write | Create | Delete | Submit | Cancel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Website Manager | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Related DocTypes
| DocType | Relationship | Module |
|---|---|---|
| Homepage | Linked from | Portal |
| Item Group | Linked from | Setup |
| Web Page | Linked from | Website |
| Webshop Settings | Linked from | Webshop |
| Website Item | Linked from | Webshop |