Elementor Content Area Issue

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### 1. **Check the Page Template**
Ensure your custom theme includes the `the_content()` function in the relevant template file (`page.php`, `single.php`, or any other template used). Elementor relies on this function to inject its content into the page.

Example of a basic `page.php`:

<?php get_header(); ?>
<main id="main-content">
    <?php 
    while ( have_posts() ) : the_post();
        the_content(); 
    endwhile; 
    ?>
</main>
<?php get_footer(); ?>

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### 2. **Verify `elementor_theme_do_location` Hook**
Elementor uses the `elementor_theme_do_location()` function to replace the content area in themes that support it. Add this function where `the_content()` is expected, such as in your theme's `page.php`.

Example:

<?php get_header(); ?>
<main id="main-content">
    <?php 
    if ( ElementorPlugin::$instance->theme_builder->has_location( 'single' ) ) {
        ElementorPlugin::$instance->theme_builder->render_location( 'single' );
    } else {
        while ( have_posts() ) : the_post();
            the_content(); 
        endwhile;
    }
    ?>
</main>
<?php get_footer(); ?>

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### 3. **Theme Compatibility**
Ensure your theme declares Elementor compatibility. Add the following code to your theme's `functions.php` file:

function my_custom_theme_support() {
    add_theme_support( 'elementor' );
}
add_action( 'after_setup_theme', 'my_custom_theme_support' );

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### 4. **Check for Template Overrides**
If you're using a custom template, ensure it includes the required loop to render content. For example, Elementor needs at least one post in the loop to inject its content.

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### 5. **Enable Debug Mode**
Turn on Elementor's debug mode to check for any errors. Go to:
**Elementor > Tools > Debug**
Look for missing dependencies or compatibility issues.

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### 6. **Use Elementor's Default Template**
If the problem persists, create a new page and set it to use an Elementor default template:
1. Edit the page in WordPress.
2. Under the **Page Attributes** or **Template** settings, choose "Elementor Full Width" or "Canvas."
3. Save and edit the page with Elementor.

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If these steps don’t resolve the issue, let me know so we can debug further!

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### **1. Create a New Template File**
1. Navigate to your theme directory (e.g., `wp-content/themes/your-theme/`).
2. Create a new PHP file for your custom template, e.g., `elementor-template.php`.

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### **2. Add Template Header**
Add the WordPress template header to make it selectable in the WordPress page editor.

<?php
/**
 * Template Name: Elementor Custom Template
 * Description: A custom page template fully compatible with Elementor.
 */
get_header(); 
?>

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### **3. Add Elementor Content Area**
Use the `the_content()` function and ensure compatibility with Elementor's Theme Builder.

<main id="main-content">
    <?php 
    if ( ElementorPlugin::$instance->theme_builder->has_location( 'single' ) ) {
        ElementorPlugin::$instance->theme_builder->render_location( 'single' );
    } else {
        while ( have_posts() ) : the_post();
            the_content(); 
        endwhile;
    }
    ?>
</main>

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### **4. Add Header and Footer**
Include the `get_header()` and `get_footer()` functions to ensure WordPress headers and footers are properly loaded.

<?php
get_header();
?>

<main id="main-content">
    <?php 
    if ( ElementorPlugin::$instance->theme_builder->has_location( 'single' ) ) {
        ElementorPlugin::$instance->theme_builder->render_location( 'single' );
    } else {
        while ( have_posts() ) : the_post();
            the_content(); 
        endwhile;
    }
    ?>
</main>

<?php
get_footer();
?>

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### **5. Add Theme Support for Elementor**
In your `functions.php`, add support for Elementor:

function my_custom_theme_support() {
    add_theme_support( 'elementor' );
}
add_action( 'after_setup_theme', 'my_custom_theme_support' );

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### **6. Apply and Test**
1. Go to **Pages** in the WordPress admin area.
2. Create or edit a page.
3. In the **Page Attributes** section, set the template to "Elementor Custom Template."
4. Save the page and edit it with Elementor.

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### **Optional Enhancements**
– **CSS Styling**: Add custom CSS to style the `main-content` area.
– **Responsive Design**: Wrap the `the_content()` in a container div for better control:

<div class="elementor-container">
      <?php the_content(); ?>
  </div>

– **Conditional Logic**: Add logic to render content differently for specific post types or templates.

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This template ensures full compatibility with Elementor while allowing you to customize the layout. Let me know if you need additional features!