I’m here to give you a sneak peek at a feature coming soon to Divi 5. With Divi 5’s foundation complete, we’re now focused on aggressive feature development, with new features in the works as part of the Divi 5 feature swap.
Every time we finish a feature, we start working on a new one, and every time we start working on a new feature, I’m going to tell you all about it!
Last week, we released Advanced Units, and the team involved is already working on their next project: Nested Rows.
Rows inside of rows! It’s a simple idea but an important first step in creating a more flexible layout system for Divi 5.
Get all the details in this video. 👇
Divi 5’s Flexibility And Nestability
In Divi 4, there is a limitation regarding the nestability of elements. The old shortcode-base framework couldn’t handle it, but that’s no longer true in Divi 5. We built Divi 5 to be incredibly flexible, which opens up many opportunities for new features.
Fortunately, that means nested rows will fall right into place.
Infinitely Nested Rows
Soon, you will be able to add rows inside of rows, unlocking new layout structures. When you click the plus button inside a column, you won’t limited to adding modules; you can add rows too.
That’s the feature: simple in its explanation but far-reaching in its implications.
With the ability to nest rows, you won’t be limited to Divi’s core set of row structures, and you will be able to craft new layouts that previously weren’t possible with Divi’s specialty sections, which are limited in scope.
To illustrate the concept, Here is an example of a 2-column row nested inside another 2-column row as viewed in wireframe mode.
This Is Just The First Step
It’s important to note that this is only the first step towards a more capable layout system for Divi 5. A future update will introduce a new flexbox-based grid, flexbox controls, and the deprecation of specialty and fullwidth sections. With infinitely nestable flexbox rows, the sky’s the limit!
Significant changes are coming, but that’s a sneak peek for another day. 😉
Let us know your thoughts or if you have any questions. I’d love to know if you are enjoying the blazing-fast pace at which we are releasing new features. Are you a believer in the Divi comeback? Is 2025 really the year of Divi 5?
Let me know in the comments.
Have You Tried Advanced Units?
In case you missed it, check out my video from last week announcing the release of Advanced Units.
It introduces support for all CSS units, variables, and functions, such as camp() and calc(), making designing responsive websites with fluid typography easier than ever.
Get all the details in this video. 👇
Many More Features Coming Soon
Before you go, I have a favor to ask. We are on a mission to leapfrog the competition in 2025 with dozens of new features, and we want you to know about all of them.
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We will fill this year with feature announcements and sneak peeks you don’t want to miss. Stay tuned, and I’ll see you for another sneak peek, which I promise is right around the corner.
