Question 1

How do I pass variables to a widget in arrilot laravel widgets?

Accepted Answer

You can pass variables via a config array when calling the widget, e.g., @widget('recentNews', ['count' => 10]). These merge with defaults defined in the widget class, and direct parameter passing is supported in older Laravel versions.

Question 2

Can I use arrilot widgets without AJAX for static content?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can use synchronous widgets by calling them with @widget or Widget::run() without the async prefix. Asynchronous loading is optional and only needed for dynamic, AJAX-based updates.

Question 3

How does caching work in arrilot laravel widgets?

Accepted Answer

Set the $cacheTime property in your widget class to enable caching, with support for cache tagging to flush groups easily. Cache keys are based on widget names and parameters, but can be customized.

Question 4

Arrilot widgets vs Laravel Blade components: which is better for reusable UI?

Accepted Answer

Arrilot widgets excel with features like async loading, reloading, and caching, making them ideal for dynamic content. Blade components are lighter and built-in, better for simple, static components without extra dependencies.

Question 5

How to make a widget reload automatically every few seconds?

Accepted Answer

Set the $reloadTimeout property in your widget class to a number of seconds. Both sync and async widgets can be reloadable, but use this sparingly to avoid excessive server requests.

Question 6

Is arrilot laravel widgets SEO friendly?

Accepted Answer

Asynchronous widgets load content via AJAX, which may not be indexed by search engines. For SEO-critical content, use synchronous widgets or ensure server-side rendering is prioritized.

Question 7

How to organize widgets into groups with custom layouts?

Accepted Answer

Use Widget::group('name')->addWidget() to add widgets, then display with @widgetGroup('name'). You can set positions, separators, and wrap functions for advanced customization.

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