When New Lines Magazine approached us, they had a vision. They aimed to improve their website, provide exclusive content, and introduce an Arabic version of the site.
When New Lines Magazine approached us, they had a vision. They aimed to improve their website, provide exclusive content. But, they faced many challenges along the way. Explore how Xfive these challenges with creative solutions and personalized custom WordPress development. At that time, they didn’t even know that this was the beginning of the journey and they would run the Arabic site version, too.
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Creating a right-to-left (RTL) text layout posed unique challenges.
Finding reliable Arabic-speaking designers and developers was tough.
Translating the WordPress interface and custom components to Arabic required precision.
Digitization of Historic Magazines
They wanted to make historic magazine issues accessible online.
This required scanning and importing thousands of pages.
Custom WordPress Solutions Developed
Our team at Xfive developed several custom features to meet New Lines Magazine’s needs:
Custom Gutenberg Blocks
We created custom Gutenberg blocks to present sophisticated content in an appealing way. These blocks allowed for:
Sticky images that stay fixed while scrolling.
Easy integration of various media types.
Custom Audio Player
We developed a custom audio player that allows the magazine to:
Host audio tracks on their server or on Podbean.
Maintain a seamless look without showing Podbean logos.
Mailchimp Integration
We integrated Mailchimp for newsletter subscriptions, ensuring:
Users could manage subscriptions from the WordPress administration interface.
The integration kept the brand’s consistent look and feel.
Custom Magazine Import Plugin
To handle the digitization of historic magazines, we built a custom plugin that:
Imports text documents converted from scanned magazine pages using OCR.
Allows easy management and display of thousands of pages.
RTL Text and Layout Adjustments
Creating an Arabic version of the site required:
CSS adjustments for right-to-left text formatting.
Solutions for mixed-language content to ensure proper display.
Successes Achieved
Enhanced Client Satisfaction
Despite the challenges, we ensured that the client was happy with the final results. Xfive’s dedication to communication and education helped align project goals with client expectations.
Successful Subscription System
We implemented a WooCommerce subscription system that allowed users to:
Subscribe to both online and offline magazines.
Manage subscriptions through the site without a hassle.
Launch of the Arabic Website
We developed and launched the Arabic version of New Lines Magazine. We managed to overcome language and technical barriers.
Digitization of Historic Magazines
The historic magazine issues are now accessible online. They offer valuable content to the magazine’s audience.
Meeting the Client’s Needs
New Lines Magazine wanted a robust, flexible website that could handle many requirements. Here’s how we focused on their needs:
Understanding Their Vision
We took the time to understand the magazine’s vision and goals. This helped us tailor our solutions to their specific needs.
Educating the Client
We educated the client on technical aspects like SEO and how Google indexes content. This ensured that the client was on the same page as us.
Adapting to Changes
The project scope evolved during the project lifecycle. We modified our solutions to ensure the delivery of every new need.
Providing Custom Solutions
With our custom WordPress development approach we created solutions that addressed unique challenges. From custom Gutenberg blocks to a custom audio player. Each feature design enhanced the user experience.
Ensuring Long-Term Success
We implemented scalable solutions, ensuring their website’s continuous growth and adaptability. The custom magazine import plugin and Mailchimp integration features provide long-term advantages.
Conclusion
The revamp of New Lines Magazine’s website shows the effectiveness of custom WordPress theme development. We helped New Lines Magazine to achieve its goals and overcome significant challenges. Focus on the client’s needs and developing custom solutions helped to do it with ease.
If you’re looking to improve your WordPress website, contact Xfive today. We will help you turn your vision online with custom solutions that meet your unique needs.