Microsoft has recently introduced an exciting update for SharePoint Online: the new carousel layout for the Hero web part. This update aims to give your SharePoint pages and news a modern and dynamic design that captures users' attention. Here's a summary of the key features and how they can affect your use of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
Rotate content for maximum effect
The new carousel layout lets you display up to five images, videos, or pages in a rotating view. Each image can be customized with a background, a concise heading and a detailed description. This feature makes it possible to create an engaging and visually appealing experience for your users.
Three new styles
To further enhance the visual experience, the carousel layout offers three new styles: image overlay, text block, and diagonal. Each style provides a unique look and feel, allowing you to customize the content to your specific needs and preferences.
Smooth change of layout
Switching to the carousel layout is easy and can be done directly in the editing mode of your page. With the new auto-play feature, photos can rotate automatically to keep users engaged, or you can choose to let them navigate at their own pace.
Future updates
Microsoft plans to expand the capabilities of the Hero carousel even further by adding support for Amplify and email sending soon. It's an exciting time for SharePoint users, and we look forward to seeing how you use these updates to create beautiful and engaging pages.
For more information on the new carousel layout and its availability, stay tuned to Microsoft Roadmap.
We hope these updates inspire you to improve your SharePoint pages and we look forward to hearing your thoughts and questions!
