Question 1

How do I install Bootstrap UI in my CakePHP 5 project?

Accepted Answer

Use Composer to require the package, load the plugin via CakePHP's console, then run the provided CLI commands like `bin/cake bootstrap install` to set up assets and modify your AppView, as outlined in the installation section.

Question 2

Bootstrap UI vs manually adding Bootstrap to CakePHP – what's better?

Accepted Answer

Bootstrap UI automates integration by overriding helpers for consistent Bootstrap markup, saving time on template customizations. Manual addition offers more control but requires writing and maintaining Bootstrap-specific templates for each helper.

Question 3

How can I create a horizontal form layout with Bootstrap UI?

Accepted Answer

Use the 'align' option in FormHelper::create() with grid column definitions (e.g., specifying column sizes for Bootstrap breakpoints), as shown in the horizontal forms example, which structures labels and controls automatically.

Question 4

Does Bootstrap UI support Bootstrap Icons or can I use FontAwesome?

Accepted Answer

It defaults to Bootstrap Icons but allows configuration for other icon sets like FontAwesome by adjusting the HtmlHelper's iconDefaults or passing options in icon calls, as detailed in the icons section.

Question 5

How to handle form validation errors with Bootstrap UI?

Accepted Answer

The plugin supports two error feedback styles: default text feedback and tooltip feedback, configurable via the 'feedbackStyle' option in FormHelper, with automatic positioning classes for tooltip styles.

Question 6

Is Bootstrap UI compatible with CakePHP 4 or earlier?

Accepted Answer

No, it specifically requires CakePHP 5.x; for older versions, you need to use previous releases of the plugin or seek alternative solutions, as noted in the version map.

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