The method
Copy & paste the prompt into your preferred LLM. Specify your website’s purpose (e.g., e-commerce, blog, portfolio). Indicate any existing content and desired design style. Review generated suggestions carefully, adapting as needed.
The prompts
Prompt 1
I am setting up a new website using the Astra theme. My website is for [describe website purpose - e.g., a photography portfolio, a small business selling handmade jewelry, a personal blog about travel]. I [do/do not] have existing content. I envision a [describe desired design style - e.g., minimal and modern, bright and colorful, classic and professional] look. Please suggest:
1. Optimal Astra theme settings (header, footer, layout).
2. Essential plugins to enhance functionality (e.g., WooCommerce for e-commerce, Yoast SEO for search engine optimization, Elementor for page building).
3. Recommended Astra starter templates that align with my website's purpose and desired design aesthetic.
4. Specific customization tips to achieve my desired look and feel, including color palettes, font pairings, and image optimization techniques.
5. Considerations for responsive design, ensuring my website looks great on all devices.
1. Optimal Astra theme settings (header, footer, layout).
2. Essential plugins to enhance functionality (e.g., WooCommerce for e-commerce, Yoast SEO for search engine optimization, Elementor for page building).
3. Recommended Astra starter templates that align with my website's purpose and desired design aesthetic.
4. Specific customization tips to achieve my desired look and feel, including color palettes, font pairings, and image optimization techniques.
5. Considerations for responsive design, ensuring my website looks great on all devices.
Prompt 2
Assume I've installed the Astra theme on WordPress. My goal is to create a website for [describe your website's focus, e.g., a local bakery, a technology review site, a non-profit organization]. My ideal user experience involves [describe user experience, e.g., easy navigation, a prominent call to action, engaging visual storytelling]. Considering these factors, provide a detailed guide on configuring Astra, including:
1. Header and Footer customization options using Astra's built-in tools or recommended plugins. Include guidance on logo placement, menu design, and contact information display.
2. Layout settings to achieve my desired site structure (e.g., full-width, boxed, sidebar positions). Suggest specific settings and explain their impact on user experience.
3. Typography and Color Palette recommendations to align with my brand identity and website's overall tone. Provide specific font pairings and color codes.
4. Plugin suggestions to extend Astra's functionality to include features like contact forms, social media integration, and email marketing. Prioritize plugins that are compatible with Astra and known for their performance.
5. Performance optimization tips to ensure my website loads quickly and provides a seamless user experience. Include recommendations for image optimization, caching, and minimizing HTTP requests.
1. Header and Footer customization options using Astra's built-in tools or recommended plugins. Include guidance on logo placement, menu design, and contact information display.
2. Layout settings to achieve my desired site structure (e.g., full-width, boxed, sidebar positions). Suggest specific settings and explain their impact on user experience.
3. Typography and Color Palette recommendations to align with my brand identity and website's overall tone. Provide specific font pairings and color codes.
4. Plugin suggestions to extend Astra's functionality to include features like contact forms, social media integration, and email marketing. Prioritize plugins that are compatible with Astra and known for their performance.
5. Performance optimization tips to ensure my website loads quickly and provides a seamless user experience. Include recommendations for image optimization, caching, and minimizing HTTP requests.