Uploaded a PDF last year and just spotted a typo? Need to update someone’s bio photo?

In the old version of our theme (cms), you could delete the file and upload a new one with the same name. That doesn’t work anymore.

Deleting and re-uploading on cuTheme creates a new URL, which can break links on your site.

Instead, use Smart Media Replacement. It lets you update the file while keeping the original URL exactly the same.

Why This Is So Helpful

Replacing media using this method allows you to:

• Replace media files while keeping the original URL
• Preserve all existing links (internal and external)

In other words, you can update the file without breaking your site!

It works for PDFs, images, Word documents – basically any file type uploaded to the media library.

How to Replace a Media File (Step-by-Step)

1. In the dashboard, go to Media → Library
2. Click the icon at the top left to view your library in list mode

3. Find the file you want to replace.
4. Hover over the file name and click Replace.

5. Select your new file (with a matching filename)

Important Requirements

Before replacing a file, make sure:

• The filename is exactly the same
  If the original is “document1.pdf,” the new file must also be “document1.pdf.”
• The file type is the same
  You can’t replace a PDF with a Word document, or a PNG with a JPG.
• Image dimensions match (images only)
  The width and height must be identical to avoid layout issues.

That’s it! No broken links. No re-embedding. No hunting through pages.

Questions?

• If you have questions about replacing your files, — we’re happy to help.
• This feature uses the Smart Media Replacement plugin. For more information, visit the .

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We’re excited to share a new way to highlight your media mentions — the In the Media block!

This new feature makes it easy to showcase articles, interviews, and news stories featuring your team or department. Whether you’ve been quoted in a local paper or featured in a national publication, this block brings those stories front and center.

Why you’ll love it:

• Quick and easy to set up
• Clean, organized design
• Perfect for sharing your latest press coverage

Curious to see it in action? Check out how the newsroom uses it in their ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ in the News section.

Ready to give it a try? Explore the full guide here:

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This change provides you with more flexibility in terms of how your content appears and its performance in search engines.

Page Title

• The page title is the main title of your page.
• It appears in your browser tab, search engine results (like Google), and may also be used by screen readers for accessibility.
• From an SEO perspective, the page title is critical—it helps search engines understand what your page is about, and it’s often the first thing people see when deciding whether to click through to your site.
• Best practice: make sure your page title is clear, descriptive, and includes relevant keywords.

Page Banner

• The page banner is the large, visual header that displays at the top of your page.
• It’s meant for design, branding, and creating a strong first impression for visitors once they land on your page.
• Unlike the page title, it doesn’t directly affect SEO, but it plays a big role in user experience.

Why We Separated Them

In the past, the page title and the banner title were always the same by default. This could limit flexibility—for example, you might want a shorter, keyword-rich page title for SEO, but a more descriptive or welcoming banner title for readers.

By separating them, you now get the best of both worlds:

• Strong, optimized page titles that improve search optimization.
• Custom banner titles that match the tone, style, or design of your page without being tied to SEO rules.

Best Practices

To get the most out of this update, keep these tips in mind:

Page Titles

• Aim for 50–60 characters so your title doesn’t get cut off in search results (Google).
• Place the most important keywords near the beginning.
• Make sure each page has a unique title.

Page Banners

• Use them to set the mood or theme of your content.
• Choose wording that feels welcoming and clear to your audience.
• Keep it short and easy to read at a glance.

Together

• Think of your page title as your SEO tool and your banner as your design tool.
• They don’t have to match (but can), and should complement each other.

How to add page and banner titles

1. Add the page title at the very top of the web page next to “SEO Title.”
2. Add the banner title in the first content block (Text & Image or Wide Image) at the top of the page.

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Good website navigation is key to a great user experience. cuTheme was designed to make navigation more intuitive and accessible, especially when it comes to top-level menu items with subpages.

How Top-Level Menu Items Work in cuTheme

In cuTheme, top-level menu items with subpages are not clickable landing pages. Instead, clicking the top-level item opens a drop-down menu with the subpages. This widely used design makes navigation easier and more accessible by letting users go straight to the content they need.

What to Do If You Used to Have a Landing Page

If you’re migrating to cuTheme and previously used top-level landing pages (like an “ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´” page), here are a few ways to restructure that content:

1. Use a Custom Link

This is the simplest option and closely mimics your old setup.

• Create a Custom Link with # as the URL (go to Appearance > Menu > Custom Link).
• Label the custom link with the same name as your original landing page – “ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´” in this case.
• Then, take your former ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ page and move it under the custom link with a new label like “Overview” or “Our Mission.”

2. Reorganize Under a New Heading

You can create a new top-level heading, such as “Our Department”, using the custom link method described above. Then nest the original ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ page (and any other relevant content) underneath.

3. Break Content into Multiple Pages

If your original page was long, consider splitting it into several shorter, focused pages.

• For example, the used to have a single, long ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ page.
• During the migration, it was broken into five distinct subpages, all listed under a custom link called “ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´.”

4. Add a “Stealth” Landing Page

If you want to preserve an overview page for SEO or content flow, you can create a hidden or “stealth” page that doesn’t appear in the menu.

• For instance, Finance and Administration uses an ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ page to display introductory content from its former landing page.
• Keeping the title ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ can support SEO, even if the page isn’t linked in the main navigation.

Note: Use this option carefully. Hidden pages can be forgotten during updates and may clutter your site over time.

Final Thoughts

cuTheme is built to support a more user-friendly and accessible navigation experience. With top-level items acting as containers for subpages, you have a few flexible ways to restructure your content. Whether you’re breaking up long pages, adding custom links, or reorganizing under new headings, these strategies will help your users find information easily — and keep your site clean and intuitive.

Need a hand figuring things out? We’d be happy to help!

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Reviewing your website thoroughly before migrating it lets you start off on the right foot and can make for a smoother transition. It is also beneficial to your current visitors!

Here are four steps to help you prepare your website for migration to cuTheme.

Step 1: Do a Content Audit

• Evaluate the relevance and quality of your content. Remove outdated information.
• Delete old pages and posts. Clear out obsolete news, events, people listings, files, etc.
• Rewrite content for the web to optimize for both Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and accessibility.
• Look for and fix broken links

Resources

• Website Review Training – How to do Content Audit
• Spring Cleaning your Website – not limited to spring 🙂
• Tips for optimizing for SEO and accessibility

Step 2: Ensure your Content is Accessible

• Review your website’s accessibility according to AODA guidelines.
  • Ensure that it’s easily navigable for users with disabilities
  • Including proper alt text for images
  • Use headings and subheadings and use in the correct order (hierarchically)
• This is good practice to ensure a site that is easy to navigate and use for all visitors.

Resources

• Online accessibility training – Learn how to make more accessible text, images, tables and videos
• Web accessibility checklist
• Alt Text
  • All about Alt Text
  • Describing people in Alt text

Step 3: Review Your Navigation Menu

The menu in cuTheme is top-of-page only (no side option). You may need to rethink your navigation depending on the length. We recommend reviewing it periodically anyway as things evolve on your site!

Simplify your Navigation

• Streamline your menu items to make navigation intuitive and efficient. Consider categorizing content logically and using sub-items where necessary.
• Limit top-level menu items to (4-7 is what we recommend). This makes it easier to navigate for the user, plus ensures it will fit
• Review top-level items. Top-level menu items with subpages won’t act as landing pages in cuTheme. Do you need to rethink your structure?

Resources

• Menu magic – Tips for improving user experience via navigation
• Coming out on top: the new top nav menu in cuTheme

Step 4: Review and Renew Your Homepage

Note: This step is optional for migration, but can enhance your site immediately and ensure your homepage is in top shape.

cuTheme will present you with a lot more design options for your homepage. However, content is still Queen! Now is a great time to rethink the most important elements of your homepage.  Prep the content now and then style it up in cuTheme.

Have Clear Calls-to-Action (CTAs)

• Place a prominent CTA that aligns with your primary goal (e.g., register for a program, get to a service, contact your department). Make it stand out without overwhelming the page.

Create a Visual Hierarchy

• Organize content using a clear visual hierarchy. Use headings, images, and white space strategically to guide visitors through the page.

Use Dynamic Elements

• Consider incorporating dynamic elements like videos and news posts to engage visitors and convey information effectively.

Update Images

• Make sure to refresh images from time to time so they are current. This keeps your homepage from looking stale and dated,

Resources

• Reorganize your homepage – Tips & ideas for renewing your homepage content
• Calls to Action – What they are, examples, and best practices!
• Structure content on your pages – From our Writing for the Web Series, tips making your pages easy to scan
• Video
  • Generate transcripts and captions
  • Make video accessible
• Images
  • Finding images for your site – the ultimate guide …
  • Optimizing your images for SEO and accessibility

Download our cuTheme Readiness Checklist

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We are excited to announce a new website feature to enhance accessibility and improve user experience. This feature automatically checks whether an image has alt text, helping to ensure that all images are properly described for users who rely on screen readers.

How it Works

If an image on your page does not have alt text, a message will be displayed, and the image will be surrounded by a red border.

These visual cues help you identify which images need attention. The page cannot be published until the alt text issue is resolved. This helps ensure that all content meets accessibility standards before going live.

To address this, you have two options:

1. Add Alt Text: If the image requires a description, add the appropriate alt text.
2. Mark as Decorative: If the image is purely decorative and does not convey essential information, you can toggle the “Please confirm this image is decorative” option under block settings at the right.

For more detailed information on using alt text effectively, please refer to .

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance!

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