Question 1

How to change the theme in Hexo?

Accepted Answer

Install a theme from the Hexo theme list via npm, then update the _config.yml file to set the theme name. Restart the server with 'hexo server' to apply changes, and ensure theme dependencies are correctly installed.

Question 2

Hexo vs Jekyll for blogging?

Accepted Answer

Hexo is Node.js-based and often faster for generation, while Jekyll is Ruby-based and integrated with GitHub Pages. Choose Hexo if you prefer JavaScript tooling and speed; Jekyll if you want seamless GitHub integration and a mature Ruby ecosystem.

Question 3

Can Hexo handle e-commerce sites?

Accepted Answer

No, Hexo is not designed for e-commerce; it's a static site generator for blogs. For e-commerce, consider platforms like Shopify or static site generators with specific plugins, but Hexo lacks built-in dynamic features like shopping carts or payments.

Question 4

How to deploy Hexo to Netlify?

Accepted Answer

Connect your Hexo repository to Netlify, set the build command to 'hexo generate' and publish directory to 'public'. Netlify will automatically deploy on pushes, and you can add environment variables for configuration if needed.

Question 5

What plugins are essential for SEO in Hexo?

Accepted Answer

Use plugins like hexo-generator-sitemap for XML sitemaps and hexo-seo-automation for meta tags. Check the official plugin list for updated options, and configure them in _config.yml to improve search engine visibility.

Question 6

Is Hexo good for large blogs with thousands of posts?

Accepted Answer

Hexo handles large blogs well due to fast generation, but build times can increase with post count. Optimize by using caching, incremental builds if supported by plugins, and ensure your hosting can serve static files efficiently.

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