Le WordPress theme hit Monstroid2 has recorded 7 thousand sales since its release in January 2017. However, modern web design does not stop. Some things that were up to date then (eg the GPL craze and skins) are now out of date for the top models. And Monstroid2 is definitely one of them.

At the same time, the WYSIWYG website building experience has seen major improvements since 2017. We have seen the period of domination of the WPBakery editor and the subsequent rise of Elementor, which is currently the most popular visual editor. for WordPress with 1 million downloads. Elementor gives you the most outstanding WYSIWYG experience and will remain the most popular tool until Gutenberg becomes the default WordPress editor (if that happens).

To keep up with the wave of web innovation in 2018, the Zemez team is launching the first major update to its Monstroid2 model in August. The theme has been completely rebuilt to work with Elementor Builder and become a flagship modular template. In this article, we take a look at what the new Monstroid2 update brings you in detail. Let's go!

Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. Elementor Experience in Monstroid2
  3. Lighter, more elegant and faster
  4. Revolutionary modular structure
  5. Magic Button
  6. Huge collection of ready-to-use designs
  7. Awesome Jet Plugins
  8. Installation is now even smoother than it used to be
  9. Are the Monstroid2 Classic and the updated one compatible?
  10. Prices and licenses
  11. Conclusion

Le WordPress theme hit Monstroid2 has recorded 7 thousand sales since its release in January 2017. However, modern web design does not stop. Some things that were up to date then (eg the GPL craze and skins) are now out of date for the top models. And Monstroid2 is definitely one of them.

At the same time, the WYSIWYG website building experience has seen major improvements since 2017. We have seen the period of domination of the WPBakery editor and the subsequent rise of Elementor, which is currently the most popular visual editor. for WordPress with 1 million downloads. Elementor gives you the most outstanding WYSIWYG experience and will remain the most popular tool until Gutenberg becomes the default WordPress editor (if that happens).

To keep up with the wave of web innovation in 2018, the Zemez team is launching the first major update to its Monstroid2 model in August. The theme has been completely rebuilt to work with Elementor Builder and become a flagship modular template. In this article, we take a look at what the new Monstroid2 update brings you in detail. Let's go!

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Elementor Experience in Monstroid2

Before we begin, let's clarify some notions. To differentiate the two versions of Monstroid2, call the original Monstroid2 released in 2017, the Mosntroid2 Classic. So, we are talking about the new Monstroid2 update. Okay? So, we continue.

Elementor's popularity and convenience became the catalyst for the Monstroid2 update. To adapt the Monstroid2 theme to Elementor, the designers had to completely rebuild every page of the template in the builder. This resulted in a series of improvements along the way. Here is a short list of those improvements:

  • The coding of Monstroid2 has become lighter and more elegant;
  • The theme now loads and runs faster;
  • The model is now modular and extremely flexible;
  • The number of additional out-of-the-box UI elements provided has increased significantly;
  • Preconstructed third-party plug-ins have been abandoned for a more fluid experience;
  • Now, all the preconfigured plugins of Monstroid2 are compatible with Elementor and integrated into the constructor;
  • Your website can be completely built with Elementor only: forget to use the default WordPress TinyMCE editor or use the code.

We will discuss these improvements in the next sections of our article. Back to Elementor, it's worth saying that Monstroid 2 comes with the pre-built free version of Elementor. And, with all the extra stuff and plugins Monstroid2 brings you, you never have to worry about upgrading to Pro. So, no unforeseen expense awaits you when you purchase the updated Monstroid2.

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Lighter, more elegant and faster

So, Monstroid2 has been recoded from scratch. The new code is smarter and less resource intensive. For example, CSS coding has been minimized and integrated into a single file 288 Kb.

Monstroid2 Weight

With the reduced CSS load, your website now loads much faster. Google Speed ​​gives Monstroid2 the rating A93 with an average loading time of 1,2 second, which is impressive.

Monstroid2 Speed

In addition, the Monstroid2 update is undemanding in terms ofaccommodation. For the classic Monstroid2, you needed a accommodation dedicated or a VPN or, at least, a accommodation shared high quality. On the contrary, the updated Monstroid2 works on all cheap shared hosting without any problems!

Revolutionary modular structure

The boom in Elementor's popularity has resulted in themes with a modular structure. Let's see how the modular structure is implemented in Monstroid2 and how it benefits you.

In Elementor, the basic default content blocks are called 'Elements'. Let's say a “Call to Action”, “Text Box” or “Image” button are all elements of the builder. You can combine the basic elements into sections (for example the 'Testimonials' section of the home page), preconfigure them and save them as "Models". Each combination of predefined blocks in Elementor, whether it's a design, a page, or a pre-defined section skin, is called a template.

How do you benefit from the modular structure of the theme?

  • You are no longer limited to choosing a single design (skin) for your website.
  • You can freely choose the pages of any pre-built skin and add them to your website.
  • The same goes for the sections. Each predefined section in Monstroid2 can be placed wherever you want on your website.

Monstroid2 Pages

Magic Button

So with Modular Monstroid2 you can add any page or section anywhere you want on your website. With the intuitive Magic Button, it only takes a few clicks. The button is quite simple:

Monstroid2 Magic Button

Once you press the button, the library of predefined and custom templates opens. Here you will find tabs such as Pages, Headers, Footer, Sections, Archives, Simple, and My Library. Under each section you will find all the pre-built elements available. For example, the Sections tab offers you more than 500 ready-to-use UI blocks for different purposes.

Monstroid2 Magic Button Sections

To find the necessary block, you can use a Sections menu on the left or the search field. Once you see the design of the section you like most, click on it to add the section to your website.

With the Magic Button, you can also access custom presets that you've saved for later use. They are available under the “My Library” tab.

Huge collection of ready-to-use designs

To make the new Monstroid2 a truly powerful and stunning model, the designers have created one of the largest collections of pre-built UI elements and designs. So with the updated Monstroid2 you get:

  • 500+ ready-to-use UI section designs;

Monstroid2 Secions

  • 14 headers and 10 + footer variants;
  • Over 300 ready-to-use pages that give you a number of alternate layouts for every common (and less common) web page;

Monstroid2 Pages

All of these are available to you when you press the Magic Button. Plus, these items are organized into 28 gorgeous skins for different businesses and niches. You can choose any of the skins as the base template and continue to customize it:

Monstroid2 Skins

The new Monstroid2 is backed up with regular updates with skins, sections and cool designs. To get the new skins, just press the button "Synchronize skins libraries" in your admin panel.

Monstroid2 Skins

Awesome Jet Plugins

Another cool thing about the Monstrid2 update is the collection of Jet plugins it offers. The premium plugins are fully compatible with Elementor and allow you to improve the user experience on your website using only the builder.

With the updated Monstroid2, you get the following plugins:

  • The free version of Elementor builder;
  • WooCommerce - the most popular e-commerce plugin for WordPress;
  • JetBlocks Brings you a fully functional collection of header and footer widgets. With the help of this plugin, you can add login forms, navigation menus, hamburger menu buttons, authorization / registration links, search forms, shopping carts, menus users and much more.

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  • JetTricks allows you to add complex visual effects to your website pages without touching a single line of code. With this plugin, you can create hotspots, sticky columns, foldout sections, Parallax elements, etc.
  • JetWooBuilder is a WooCommerce addon Page Builder for Elementor, which allows you to create store pages in visual mode. Also, the plugin gives you a collection of handy eCommerce widgets that display reviews, product ratings, services, current sales and special offers, upsells and more.
  • JetTabs is able to create tabs, image accordions and switches.
  • JetParallax allows you to configure backgrounds in Parallax and adjust their appearance and behavior using several comprehensive settings.
  • JetReviews allows you to create spectacular comment blocks with customer ratings and stunning style.
  • With the plugin JetMenu you can finally create MegaMenus quickly and easily. In addition, the plug-in allows you to add menu badges, icons, change the background of menu items, adjust the appearance of menu items when hovering, and more.

Monstroid2 Pages

  • the plugin JetElements Extends the default Elementor mod set with 19 custom mods that ensure engaging content presentation. Now you can add Instagram widget, pricing table, progress bar, advanced carousel, animated text, and other sections with just a few clicks.

Monstroid2 Pages

  • JetBlog allows you to create smart ads, smart titles, video playlists, text stickers, and more. Plus, with this plugin you get all the settings you've always wanted for your blog.

Monstroid2 Pages

Jet Premium plugins are provided free with the updated Monstroid2. Otherwise, they would have cost you over $ 100. To learn more about the preconfigured Monstroid2 plugins and to see other available plugins, visit Elementor Marketplace.

Installation is now even smoother than it used to be

With the update, the installation of Monstroid2 got even better. Now the Monstroid Assistant comes with the theme as a separate component. After installing WordPress, you run the wizard and complete all the installation steps in one interface.

During the installation process, you:

  • install the main theme Monstroid2;
  • choose your basic skin;
  • download, configure and activate plugins;
  • install the Sample Data;
  • regenerate the thumbnails.

Plus, during installation, you won't have to download files manually or change the code. The whole process takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Once the installation is complete, you have a number of options: view your website, start editing, open documentation, access the Monstroid2 knowledge base, change your appearance, and more.

Monstroid2 Pages

Are the Monstroid2 Classic and the updated one compatible?

As you can understand, the updated Monstroid2 is a brand new product. It is coded to work with another top visual constructor and uses another set of plug-ins.

Currently, the two versions of Monstroid2 are not compatible. If you are running a website on Monstroid2 Classic, you cannot migrate to the new one now. Fortunately, the Monstroid2 team promises to understand this and provide backward compatibility solutions for their customers.

Monstroid2 Migration

Prices and licenses

Initially, the Monstroid2 Classic was released under the GPLv3 license and its use was not limited to a single site. The updated Monstroid2 is sold under single site license. This means that after purchase, you can use it freely on one website for life.

With the update, the price of Monstroid2 has not changed. Its regular price is 75$. Fortunately, TemplateMonster marketplace often organizes promotions, so you can make it even cheaper if you go through a promotion period.

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Conclusion

With the new update, Monstroid2 has re-established itself as the most advanced flagship model on the market. Again, it brings you:

  • unparalleled editing experience with Elementor;
  • high performance and lightweight core;
  • 500+ content blocks, 300+ pages, 28 ready-to-use skins;
  • Exclusive Jet Plugins;
  • Installation and customization without coding.

Feel free to choose the updated Monstroid2. The experience he brings now is better than ever. We wish you good luck for an exceptional web presence with Monstroid2!

Your questions and comments are welcome. Good luck!