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UT WordPress Widget Areas


A WordPress Widget is a small block that performs a specific function. You can add these widgets in sidebars also known as widget-ready areas on your web page.

https://www.wpbeginner.com/glossary/widgets/

All widget areas can be configured in with the Live Preview tool at Appearance -> Customize -> Widgets.

Header Right

This area houses the Search widget by default.

Primary Sidebar

This area houses the Recent Posts widget by default.

Footer Sections 1-3

These sections house Text widgets by default and can be configured to include contact information etc. Text widgets do accept HTML for formatting.

Footer Section 4

This section includes the Simple Social Icons widget by default. This widget requires configuration if you would like to keep it.

Primary Sidebar

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