Update: Helix Ultimate 1.1 Comes With Most Requested Features

07 May 2019

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Update: Helix Ultimate 1.1 Comes With Most Requested Features

Helix framework has been the most loved and appreciated Joomla template framework in the history of Joomla. Helix Ultimate took the experience to a whole new level and helped rewrite the history. The secret behind this tremendous success is we care to provide everything that the users need. Today is another remarkable day when we are releasing a major update of Helix Ultimate.

The wait is over, now let's have a glimpse at the full changelog of Helix Ultimate v1.1

New: Progress bar to indicate the reading timeline
New: Purge button added to remove CSS cache and Sass files from the system
New: Show/hide related articles, manage number of posts and view types
New: Enable/disable body modules on article details page
New: Controls for social share icons added
New: Responsive options added to typography for font size
New: Show/hide tags on blog listing page
Fix: Off-canvas menu item dropdown for menu heading and separator types
Fix: Edit button style and position updated on article details page
Fix: Social share with rating positioning issue
Fix: Mobile SVG logo issue
Fix: Image URL issue when compression enabled
Fix: Article format tab style on frontend article editing

Reading Progress Bar

Helix Ultimate has been the base of numerous news and blogging platforms. With Medium on the rise, online blogging has got a new set of audience who are patient but like to know about how much time they are investing in reading an article. The new Reading Time Progress Bar feature does just that. If enabled, when any user is scrolling through a Joomla article, a bar will be on the top or bottom showing the reading progress. What's more exciting, you have controls for defining the line height, changing the color and setting its position. You’ll find the feature from Helix Ultimate > Blog > Details > Reading Time Progress Bar.

Another intriguing rather demanding feature for blog/news/magazine websites is showing related content to the visitors to keep them engaged with the platform. Showing related contents to new visitors can turn them into potential readers. Today's update brings this feature to Helix Ultimate. You’ll have the control over the view type, changing title and the number of related articles you want to show. You’ll find the feature from Helix Ultimate > Blog > Details > Related Articles.

Typography Responsiveness

Having the same font size across all devices will certainly break your website design. Setting different font sizes for different devices makes your site more responsive and more engaging to the user's eye. Today’s update brings global typography responsiveness setting for font size. You can access the settings from Helix Ultimate > Typography.

Other New Features

Let us not forget about the little new features that help Helix Ultimate be the best Joomla template framework. We have added a “Purge” button to CSS compression for removing previously stored cached files. We added social icon add/drop functionality and you can enable/disable their visibility on the blog page whenever you want to. The functionality to control module visibility on the body area of blog details page is introduced as well. You can also show/hide article tags on the blog listing page from now on.

Notable fixes that come with today's update

Along with all the new features released in today’s update, we have addressed a few known issues of Helix Ultimate. We solved the off-canvas dropdown visibility for menu heading and separator menu types. We fixed the positioning issue of rating and social icons. SVG image type support added for mobile logo. Broken image URL when CSS compression is enabled issue has been addressed as well. We have also improved the styling of the frontend “Edit” button and article format editing on frontend view.

The love and support we get from you for Helix framework is beyond imagination. Today’s update brings the most requested features and fixes. If you think we missed anything or like to have something new in Helix Ultimate, don’t forget to let us know in the comments below. Thanks for being with JoomShaper. Happy Developing.

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Mo Ahmed

4 years ago

Can't wait to test this one out! Well done all!

#8318

Paul Frankowski

Thanks :D

#8323

Dmitry Goncharov

But the question is override the template decided?

#8319

it's updated version of "old" Helix Ultimate, so yes it will override all files.
Except custom.css and custom.js , anyway -- backup first

#8322

Helix Ultimate Framework 1.0.5

The old version is specified in the settings

#8320

It will be fixed tomorrow
Now just edit : plugins\system\helixultimate.xml

#8324

Hi Gian Luca, you can check now. And thanks for the heads up :)

#8360

Alina

#8325

That's so nice of you to point out Alina. We'll take care of it as soon as possible.

#8327

If it's not hard for you, write about it here when you fix it.

#8328

Will surely do :)

#8329

It's fixed now :) Thanks for the heads up.

#8347

Siam Naulak

Thank you so much, especially for the "Related Articles" feature...

#8330

We're glad that you like it :)

#8361

Chris

Ooh some nice extra features here :)

Does the font size responsiveness apply to menu too? I often find the break points of the menu between desktop and mobile see the menu headings split over two lines, effectively breaking the navigation on certain screen sizes.

#8331

In many cases, not font size is not a problem but used font type or space between menu items.
But yes, navigation got also font size for desktop/tablet/mobile.

#8339

Also, what is the huge performance boost in relation to? Always good to find things help websites load even more quickly, but I can't see it mentioned above :)

#8332

Hi Chirs, it's a major product update. We've gone from v1.0 to v1.1 with introducing some handy features and fixing a handful number of known issues. We have added a Purge button to make CSS cache management simpler by removing previously stored cached files so that you can see the changes instantly. We have addressed the image URL broken issue. We also introduced module enable/disable functionality so that the article list and article details page can handle modules separately thus making page speed faster. Hence we could say the product got a performance boost. Won't you agree?

#8353

manager777ilya

Good day. And what has been added to improve performance?

#8333

Hi manager777ilya, I guess I can say the same as I did to Chris. It's a major product update. We've gone from v1.0 to v1.1 with introducing some handy features and fixing a handful number of known issues. We have added a Purge button to make CSS cache management simpler by removing previously stored cached files so that you can see the changes instantly. We have addressed the image URL broken issue. We also introduced module enable/disable functionality so that the article list and article details page can handle modules separately thus making page speed faster. Hence we could say the product got a performance boost. Won't you agree?

#8354

Ahh I see, excellent :)

#8369

Ralf N.

Before developing everytime new functions i wish to see that you make things stable. Actually the smartsearch isn't working anymore - however :(

#8335

pepperstreet

Same issue here. I can confirm that the SmartSearch AUTO-SUGGEST feature does not work. The MenuItem/Component search input does NOT show any suggestions. But the MODULE search input does! By the way, the issue is also in previous release v1.0.5

#8340

please delete that folder
templates\shaper_helixultimate\html\com_finder
and check again.

#8341

Kawshar Ahmed

We've fixed the issue with the latest update.

Thanks

#8391

HDcms

Hello,
Super a new version. :)
I had several times the answer
[quote]Hi there, Thanks for your reply. We will fix it next version. Thanks[/quote]
https://www.joomshaper.com/forums/disappearance-tab-creation-article-front-end
Super but I see it, not corrected :(
regards

#8336

Hello HDcms, I checked your request with the team and found out it's on the queue. The next update shouldn't take long hopefully you'll have it in there. Also, I was checking your forum post and the videocast has expired, could you please update it there? Thanks for your cooperation.

#8362

Hello Saifur

I give you access to the site with temporary access as author (I put it on the link https://www.joomshaper.com/forums/disappearance-tab-creation-article-front-end that I reopened because easier for following).
Note that this does not work on the latest version of firefox
The tabs (and even the labels of the fields) disappear on hover.
I hope not to wait (again 6 months!?)

Regards

#8384

It's been taken care of. Thanks for your cooperation :)

#8397

Dwi

I'm super excited about this particular new update [b]Off-canvas menu item dropdown for menu heading and separator types[/b] Thank you for making it happen! ;)

#8342

You're welcome Dwi. We always try to provide what our users want :)

#8355

This one is great, excellent to see it sorted :)

#8368

Alexandro Santos

Would you like to know if the issue of editing the theme has already been resolved?

Error: [b]Somethings wrong, Try again[/b]

#8343

I'm afraid I do not understand what you mean.

#8356

Ales

I tried this blog option Reading Time Progress Bar but nothing was shown. Is there any other adjustment I need to do besides the switch On the button in the Template options?
I would be also grateful for "related articles" instructions. Thanks & regards

#8344

chierasr

Same for me, just update helix ultimate to 1.1 and not appear any option related with reading time ate template > blog > details
same with Helix Ultimate > Blog > Details > Related Articles.

#8345

Hi Ales, to enable the Reading Time Progress Bar you need to browse to Joomla Backend > Extensions > Templates > (Select) your HU template > Template Options > Blog > Details > Turn on Reading Time Progress Bar. Once you turn on the feature you'll have access to make customization like changing the bar color, width, and its position.

#8357

Hi Chierasr, as for Progress Bar, you need to browse

Joomla Backend > Extensions > Templates > (Select) your HU template > Template Options > Blog > Details > Turn on Reading Time Progress Bar. Once you turn on the feature you'll have access to make customization like changing the bar color, width, and its position.

as for Related Articles, browse to

Joomla Backend > Extensions > Templates > (Select) your HU template > Template Options > Blog > Details > Turn on Related Articles. Once you turn on the feature you'll have access to make customization like rename the title, set the number, and change the view type.

#8358

Hi, What if I did all of this and still nothing?

#8370

Hi Ales, then I'm afraid it's not working only on your site. In that case I'd suggest if you have an active subscription please post the issue in detail on our [url="https://www.joomshaper.com/forums"]Support Forum[/url] and one of our support engineers will be there to assist you.

#8371

cmfionline

I have the wine corp template and do not see this option under Details

#8374

Hi cmfionline, you see we have just updated the Helix Ultimate template. So all the features and fixes you see above are only available to Helix Ultimate. You'll have these functions to your template when your specific template gets update. We have wine corp on our template update list, so no worries you'll have it.

#8378

Ok, I will do that. Thanks

#8382

George

Hi, where is that purge css, scss button?

#8348

OK I see it, you must enable "Compress CSS Files" first.

#8349

Exactly :p

#8350

josflachs

Are there any plans to include Fontawesome 5?
Compliments on the improvements!

#8352

Thanks :) And yes it's in our plan. But there's a compatibility issue, adding Fontawesome 5 will break sites built with previous versions, so it's a tough call to make. However, we are considering it. We'll see what we can do.

#8363

ssnobben

Thanks Joomshaper star team guys! :D

#8359

We should thank you instead. You are our inspiration. The love and support we get from you are beyond imagination.

#8364

Joomla! Man

This is amazing. :o

#8372

We're glad you liked it :)

#8376

Nel

Would have been nice if the option to switch off the Open Graph would finally work. Is an issue since 1.04.
After every update I have to change \templates\shaper_helixultimate\html\layouts\joomla\content\full_image.php
in line 16 : to
$og = $tplParams->get('og', 0);
Default is 1 and switching it off has no effect.

#8373

Hi Nel, thanks for reporting this issue. I have forwarded it to the development team. You should have it fixed shortly.

#8377

Good news, we solved the problem already. In next update should be much better. thanks.

#8380

Massimo Taiku Rossi

Good Morning,
are the Related Articles not clickable? If yes, how can I go about making them?

#8381

Yes, they are. You just need to turn on the feature by going to Joomla Backend > Extensions > Templates > (Select) your HU template > Template Options > Blog > Details > Turn on Related Articles.
The articles will become clickable automatically once you turn on the feature.

#8383

The module is active, but not clickable.
Is it a bug, o someting else?
Thank you.

#8389

The issue appears to be only specific to your site. I'd advise you to contact the [url="https://www.joomshaper.com/forums"]Support Forum[/url]. Thanks

#8396

mohammadhossein

related articles just show latest article not show related article :(
language site : arabic

#8385

Related articles match with the category and tags. Please make sure that you added proper tags to your articles.

Thanks

#8392

taskfollow

we have updated to 1.1 and now we see there is new version .what have you fixed on the helix version 1.1.1 ?

#8386

Yes, the new version fixes some minor issues like smart search.

Thanks

#8393

Behrouz

Hello , I can not hide footer or logo/Header.I have Zero Module.my goal was to create Slideshow on first page with no Menu or Footer.How to hide those?

#8410

allright , I added a new name in Page Class's Box (in Menu) and then wrote css and put in custom css Box in template.just alternative way.

#8411

Fantastic! you were able to solve the problem by yourself. In case you need professional advice, contact [url="https://www.joomshaper.com/forums"]Support Forum[/url].

#8422

Ajeje

In latest version (1.1.1) open graph doesn't work/appear

#8457

Hi Ajeje, could you please explain the issue?

#8459

Dieter

The linklist with pagetitles is side by side when pages activated in plugin pagebreak and look like this:

Pages
Test 3 Pages in articelPage 2Page 3All Pages
Page 1 of 3
lorem ipsum introduction of following pages

#8478

Hi Dieter, It's not clear what you are trying to say. Could you please explain it a bit further? Perhaps use some screenshots may be?

#8516

of course, take a look at the screenshot. Red marked is the problem
[img]https://www.totallyweb.de/images/projekte/hu.jpg[/img]

#8521

Hi Dieter, could you please check your inbox? One of our support engineers has contacted you regarding your issue. You need to re-create the error in order for him to come up with a solution. Thanks for your cooperation.

#8538

Thank you! You get this error as you see in the picture in case of configure plugin content-pagebreak presentation style Pages (not tabs or slide) Look at "[url="http://joomlalover.net/joomla/index.php/single-article/2-uncategorised"]Single Article with 3 pages[/url]"

#8541

You can reload now to see the problem fixed. One of our support engineers has looked into the issue and inboxed you the fix. Have a nice day :)

#8548

amin

thank you for build this powerful tools.
i have a question:
i created a website with helix ultimate, and make a css class for one of the page.
but css class effected to all body of same page instead of component.
please guide.

#9193

Hi Amin, it seems you require support for this specific problem. Unfortunately, since you do not have any subscription I cannot recommend you to the forum. However, the Helix community is very helpful, you can [url="https://www.facebook.com/groups/helix.framework/"]post your problem there[/url] and I'm sure somebody will lend you a hand.

#9255

alinasser

I love helix, it's make joomla best CMS..
But , please I Need add field for caption image, and add image to RSS. That's important for CMS.
Thank you

#9358

Second important thing, in Layout Block, I think if we have add blocks like :6+3+3+4+4+4 like SP Page builder.

#9359

Hi Alinasser,

Thanks for the suggestions. I think these features would be a great addition in the next update of Helix Ultime. I'll be sure to convey your ideas to the development team.

#9365

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