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Introduction

Important

This documentation was last updated on November 18th, 2024. The current version of the RealHomes is v4.3.5 , so please ensure to use latest version of RealHomes to take advantage of the latest features and improvements.

Thank you for choosing the RealHomes Theme! For any inquiries not covered in this documentation, you can:

  • Search our Knowledge Base
  • Reach out through our Support Platform
  • Need help obtaining your item purchase code from ThemeForest? Refer to this guide.
  • If your support period has expired, please check out this article to extend or renew your item support.
  • Consult to this article for guidance on how to update the RealHomes Theme.

What's New in v4.3.5?

RealHomes v4.3.5 brings several new features, bug fixes, and improvements:

  • Saved Search Functionality for Non-Logged In Users
    Now, visitors can save property searches without needing to log in.

  • Space Before/After Currency Sign Option
    Added an option to insert a space before or after the currency sign for better formatting.

  • Pagination Layout for Modern Grid Property Listings
    Resolved issues with the pagination layout on the modern grid properties page.

  • Mapbox Zoom on Property Detail Page
    Fixed the issue where Mapbox zoom level option is not honoring the customizer settings on property detail pages.

  • WhatsApp Number URL 404 in Header
    Corrected the issue causing a 404 error for WhatsApp numbers in the header.

  • Mapbox Single Property Pin Location
    Addressed the issue with incorrect pin locations for individual properties on Mapbox.

  • Report Property Dialog Styles
    Enhanced the visual styles of the report property dialog for a better user experience.

  • Nonce Security Statements
    Improved nonce security statement.

  • Theme Dependency Notices for Plugins
    Improved notices related to theme dependencies for several recommended plugins.

  • User Roles for Property Management in Dashboard
    Enhanced user roles, allowing better control over editing and deleting properties in the user dashboard.

  • Property Detail Meta Information in Ultra for Smaller Resolutions
    Optimized the display of meta information on property detail pages in Ultra for better visibility on smaller screens.

  • Arabic Translation
    Enhanced and improved the Arabic translation.

  • Spanish Translation
    Enhanced and improved the Spanish translation.

For a complete list of updates and fixes, visit our Change Log.

Tips to Improve Website Performance

Here are some recommended practices to optimize your website's performance:

  • Hosting: Opt for an SSD-based VPS over shared hosting for better resources.
  • PHP & MySQL: Ensure you're running PHP 7.4 or newer and MySQL 5.6 or higher. Contact your hosting provider for updates.
  • Caching: Use a reliable cache plugin like WP Fastest Cache. Test your site thoroughly after configuration.
  • Speed Optimization: Enhance loading times with plugins like Flying Pages.
  • Image Optimization: Compress images with a plugin like Imagify.
  • CDN: Use a CDN service to deliver content faster and more efficiently.

RealHomes Specific Cache Configurations

When configuring cache for RealHomes, keep these points in mind:

  • JavaScript Files: Do not combine JavaScript files; RealHomes loads scripts dynamically based on various settings, which can lead to errors if combined.
  • Cookies: RealHomes uses cookies like realhomes_current_currency. Ensure your cache plugin excludes pages using these cookies, or ask your hosting provider to handle this if using managed hosting like WPEngine.

Using a Child Theme

To ensure smooth updates of the parent theme, we strongly recommend using a child theme. The main theme package (rh-main-package.zip) downloaded from ThemeForest includes a ready-to-use child theme (realhomes-child.zip).

Updating the Theme

RealHomes supports auto-updates within the WordPress dashboard. If you're updating from an older version, refer to this knowledge base article for detailed instructions.

For further assistance, please register or log in at our Support Platform and submit your question. Our support team is here to help!

Support Policy

Included in Support

  • Technical assistance on theme features.
  • Resolution of reported bugs and issues.
  • Guidance on included third-party assets.

Not Included in Support

  • Custom code modifications.
  • Theme installation and setup services.