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Templates
Websites tend to have more than one page to them. While websites are not always
like books (with a specific beginning, middle, and end), they still have many different
parts. As stated earlier in the Getting Started section, you'll want all pages to have a
similar layout and navigation style.
What are Templates?
A "template" is a pre-designed file that allows you to edit certain regions while
leaving all other parts of the page alone, to keep the overall look and feel the same
throughout multiple documents. A template in Dreamweaver MX 2004 has two types
of regions: editable and non-editable. As the name implies, an "editable" region is
one that you can make changes to, type in, insert images, etc. A non-editable region
is one where you cannot do any of these things.
While editing an actual template, you are free to edit both editable and non-editable
regions. However, when you use the template to create a web page, you cannot edit
something in a non-editable region. This can prevent you (or others!) from making
mistakes in vital areas of a page (such as navigation systems).
Creating a New Template
You can create a new template in several ways. Most of the time, you will be doing it
from scratch. Open up a brand new document in Dreamweaver MX 2004, and design
a layout however you wish. Be sure to include your navigation, main body, etc.
When you have your layout exactly as you want it, go to the "File" menu and select
“Save as Template.”
In the box that appears, select a site for your template (this will probably be the site
assigned to your RCI space). There will most likely be no existing templates, as you
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