Elementor Version 4 Update Tutorial Complete Walkthrough

Elementor Version 4 Update Tutorial | Complete Walkthrough 🔗 **Source:** [Elementor Version 4 Update Tutorial | Complete Walkthrough](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF-MA9RFGKA) > [!note]+ Document Notes > tags: [elementor, wordpress, page-builder] > author: Ferdy Korpershoek > source: YouTube > reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF-MA9RFGKA > date created: 2024-12-19 14:30 > > # 🏷️ Title: Elementor Version 4 Update Tutorial | Complete Walkthrough >  ## 🧰 Action Inbox - [H1] Enable beta tester mode in Elementor settings — 01:25 #elementor - [H2] Update plugin through WordPress updates — 02:15 #wordpress - [H3] Activate version 4 experience in settings — 03:45 #elementor ## 🧭 Table of Contents - [📝 Summary](#-summary) - [📖 Main Content](#-main-content) - [🗒️ Notes](#️-notes) - [📚 References](#-references) - [🗣️ Paraphrase](#️-paraphrase) - [📰 Newsletter](#-newsletter) - [✅ Action Items](#-action-items) - [🧪 Hypotheses](#-hypotheses) - [📊 Methodology](#-methodology) - [❓ Questions](#-questions) - [🔮 Future Research](#-future-research) - [💡 Implications](#-implications) - [🧠 Learning Styles Assessment](#-learning-styles-assessment) - [📊 Accessibility Assessment](#-accessibility-assessment) - [🌍 DEIB Assessment](#-deib-assessment) - [✅ Logical Validity](#-logical-validity) - [🛡️ DARVO Analysis](#-darvo-analysis) - [🎯 Conclusion](#-conclusion) ### 🔗 References - [Elementor Official Documentation](https://elementor.com/help/) - [WordPress Plugin Updates](https://wordpress.org/support/article/managing-plugins/) ## 📝 Summary - Step-by-step tutorial for updating existing Elementor websites to version 4 - Requires enabling beta tester mode and activating the new experience - Version 3 and 4 elements work together during transition period - Not all version 3 widgets have version 4 equivalents yet - Tutorial is part of a comprehensive Elementor v4 series ## 📖 Main Content This tutorial demonstrates how to upgrade an existing Elementor website from version 3 to version 4. The process involves becoming a beta tester, updating the plugin, and activating the new atomic editor experience. A key feature is backward compatibility - version 3 and 4 elements can coexist on the same page during the transition. However, the atomic editor is still in development, with only 10 widgets currently available in version 4 compared to the full suite in version 3. Elementor is gradually converting all version 3 widgets to version 4 equivalents. ## 🗒️ Notes #### ⏱️ [00:00](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=0) — [H1] Introduction and Context - Key idea: Tutorial focuses on updating existing Elementor sites to version 4 - Evidence: "I already have a website made with Elementor, with containers and the elements, nothing with version 4" #### ⏱️ [01:00](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=60) — [H2] Accessing Update Settings - Key idea: Navigate through Elementor backend to reach version control - Evidence: "I go to Elementor, I go to the editor and I go to tools. Then I go to version control" #### ⏱️ [01:25](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=85) — [H3] Enabling Beta Tester Mode - Key idea: Must become beta tester to access version 4 updates - Evidence: "I can become a beta tester in order to update. I need to turn that on. I enable this" #### ⏱️ [02:15](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=135) — [H2] Plugin Update Process - Key idea: Use WordPress dashboard updates to install new version - Evidence: "I need to go to the dashboard to updates, and then I see there is a new update" #### ⏱️ [02:45](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=165) — [H3] Troubleshooting Update Issues - Key idea: May need to manually check for updates if not visible - Evidence: "If you don't see anything, sometimes you need to click on check again" #### ⏱️ [03:45](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=225) — [H1] Activating Version 4 Experience - Key idea: Final step requires manual activation in Elementor settings - Evidence: "I go to the last step, version four, and I need to activate it... activate the new experience" #### ⏱️ [04:30](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=270) — [H2] Testing Version 4 Features - Key idea: Version 4 elements become available after activation - Evidence: "if I click on the plus, look at this, I have the atomic elements, flexbox, the heading" #### ⏱️ [05:15](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=315) — [H3] Identifying Version 4 Elements - Key idea: Icon indicator shows which elements are version 4 - Evidence: "when you see this icon, it is made with version 4" #### ⏱️ [05:45](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=345) — [H2] Limited Widget Availability - Key idea: Only 10 widgets currently available in version 4 - Evidence: "right now we see 10 widgets elements. There are more from version 3" #### ⏱️ [06:15](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=375) — [H1] Backward Compatibility Feature - Key idea: Version 3 and 4 elements work together on same page - Evidence: "they can work simultaneously, they work together, you can work version 3 and version 4 together" #### ⏱️ [07:00](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=420) — [H3] Series Preview - Key idea: Next video covers workflow setup for atomic editor - Evidence: "in the next video, I will show you how to set up your workflow, make a framework" #### ⏱️ [07:30](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=450) — [H2] Content Strategy Commitment - Key idea: Comprehensive series planned for Elementor version 4 - Evidence: "I will do my best to fill it with amazing content about Elementor version 4 because I can tell you, it is amazing" ## 📚 References - [Elementor Version 4 Documentation](https://elementor.com/atomic-editor/) - [WordPress Beta Testing Guide](https://wordpress.org/support/article/wordpress-beta-tester/) - [Elementor Community Forum](https://github.com/elementor/elementor/discussions) ## 🗣️ Paraphrase - Elementor version 4 requires manual activation through beta tester program and specific settings configuration - The atomic editor introduces new flexbox-based elements while maintaining compatibility with existing version 3 components - Widget migration from version 3 to 4 is ongoing, with only essential elements currently available in the new system ## 📰 Newsletter Elementor's version 4 atomic editor is now available for beta testing! This major update introduces a new flexbox-based editing experience while maintaining backward compatibility with existing sites. The transition process is straightforward but requires enabling beta features and manually activating the new experience. Key benefits include improved layout control and modern CSS workflows. However, be aware that only 10 widgets are currently available in version 4, with more being migrated from version 3 over time. The good news is both versions work seamlessly together during the transition. For WordPress developers and designers, this represents a significant evolution in page building capabilities, bringing Elementor closer to modern web development practices. Resources: [Learn WordPress](https://learn.wordpress.org/), [Developer Docs](https://developer.wordpress.org/), [WP-CLI](https://wp-cli.org/) ## ✅ Action Items #### WordPress - Core: Evaluate Elementor v4 impact on core editor experience - Community: Create migration guides for Elementor users - Documentation: Update page builder compatibility documentation - Themes: Test theme compatibility with atomic editor elements ## 🧪 Hypotheses - Version 4 adoption will increase as more widgets become available - Backward compatibility will reduce migration friction for existing sites - Flexbox-based approach will improve responsive design capabilities - Beta testing phase will reveal workflow optimization opportunities ### 📊 Methodology - User testing with existing Elementor sites during migration - Performance benchmarking between version 3 and 4 elements - Workflow efficiency analysis for common design tasks ### ❓ Questions - How will version 4 performance compare to version 3 with equivalent functionality? - What timeline exists for migrating all version 3 widgets to version 4? - How will this impact the broader WordPress page builder ecosystem? ### 🔮 Future Research - Long-term compatibility strategy between versions - Performance optimization opportunities in atomic editor - Integration possibilities with WordPress block editor ### 💡 Implications - Practice: Designers need to plan for gradual migration workflows - Policy: Sites may need extended support for version 3 elements - Education: Training materials must cover both versions during transition - Funding: Development resources required for comprehensive widget migration ### 🧠 Learning Styles Assessment Reading level estimate: 8th grade #### 👀 Visual learners - Present: Screen recordings show each step clearly - Improve: Add visual indicators for version differences, comparison charts #### 🔊 Aural learners - Present: Clear narration explains each action - Improve: Audio cues for important steps, summary recap #### 🗣️ Verbal learners - Present: Step-by-step explanations with context - Improve: Glossary of atomic editor terminology #### 🧩 Kinesthetic learners - Present: Hands-on demonstration with real website - Improve: Practice exercises, interactive checklist #### 🧠 Logical learners - Present: Sequential workflow with clear dependencies - Improve: Troubleshooting decision tree, rollback procedures #### 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Social learners - Present: Series format encourages community engagement - Improve: Discussion prompts, community challenges #### 🧘‍♀️ Solitary learners - Present: Self-paced video format - Improve: Written summary, reflection questions #### 🌿 Naturalistic learners - Present: Real-world website example - Improve: Multiple site types, ecosystem impact discussion ### 📊 Accessibility Assessment #### Screen reader semantics - Present: Clear heading structure in tutorial content - Improve: Alt text for UI elements shown, ARIA labels explanation #### Keyboard navigation - Present: Shows mouse-based navigation - Improve: Keyboard shortcuts demonstration, accessibility workflow #### Contrast and readability - Present: Clear video quality and interface visibility - Improve: High contrast mode demonstration #### Text resizing and reflow - Present: Standard video format - Improve: Responsive design implications discussion #### Media and captions - Present: Clear audio narration - Improve: Auto-generated captions, transcript availability #### Forms and interactions - Present: Shows form interactions in backend - Improve: Accessibility considerations for forms created with v4 ### 🌍 DEIB Assessment #### Cultural breadth - Present: English-language tutorial - Improve: Multilingual considerations, global hosting examples #### Inclusive language - Present: Technical but accessible language - Improve: Define technical terms, avoid assumptions about prior knowledge #### Neurodiversity support - Present: Step-by-step logical progression - Improve: Clear section breaks, summary points #### Representation - Present: Single presenter format - Improve: Diverse use cases, varied website examples #### Psychological safety - Present: Encouraging tone about new features - Improve: Acknowledge concerns about breaking changes ### ✅ Logical Validity #### Strong reasoning - Deductive strength: Clear cause-and-effect for update process - Inductive strength: Generalizes from specific example to broader workflow - Causal reasoning: Links each step to necessary outcomes - Analogical strength: Compares version transition to other software updates #### Fallacies - Appeal to novelty: Assumes version 4 is better without detailed comparison - Hasty generalization: Limited widget availability not fully addressed #### Tone of voice - Overall tone: Enthusiastic and supportive, encouraging experimentation with new features ### 🛡️ DARVO Analysis - Deny: No denial patterns present - Attack: No attacks on critics or skeptics - Reverse victim/offender: Not applicable - Emotional cues: Positive excitement about new features, reassuring about compatibility ## 🎯 Conclusion Elementor version 4 offers a promising evolution in page building with its atomic editor, though the transition requires careful planning due to limited widget availability. The backward compatibility feature provides a safety net for existing sites, making the upgrade process less risky. For WordPress professionals, staying current with this development is essential as it represents a significant shift in page builder architecture and capabilities. ## 🧱 Refactor Appendix ### 📚 Literature Split Pad Purpose: Stage CEE units that become Literature notes. Split level: H3 ### [H1] Elementor version 4 requires beta activation > [!quote] [Elementor Version 4 Update Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF-MA9RFGKA) by [[Ferdy Korpershoek]] via [[YouTube]]. Published 2024. Accessed 2024-12-19. > "I can become a beta tester in order to update. I need to turn that on." Essential step for accessing atomic editor functionality. [view highlight](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=85#H1) #xref #articleseed ID:rw_elementor_beta ### [H2] Version 3 and 4 elements work simultaneously > [!quote] [Elementor Version 4 Update Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF-MA9RFGKA) > "they can work simultaneously, they work together, you can work version 3 and version 4 together" Backward compatibility reduces migration friction. [view highlight](https://youtu.be/nF-MA9RFGKA?t=375#H2) #xref ID:rw_elementor_compatibility --- ### 🔖 Atomic Split Pad (Zettel Candidates) Purpose: Promote reusable claims into Atomic notes. Split level: H4 #### [Z1] Page builders enable gradual feature adoption - Through backward compatibility and progressive enhancement - Reference: 06:15 timestamp - Links: [[Page-Builder-Evolution]] [[WordPress-Ecosystem]] #### [Z2] Beta testing gates access to experimental features - Provides feedback loop while managing support burden - Reference: 01:25 timestamp - Links: [[Software-Release-Cycles]] [[User-Experience-Design]] --- ### ✏️ Fleeting Queue Purpose: Capture quick actions for Fleeting notes. - [F1] Test Elementor v4 performance vs v3 — migration planning #fleeting #inbox - [F2] Document widget availability timeline — content strategy #fleeting #inbox - [F3] Create compatibility checklist for client sites — workflow optimization #fleeting #inbox --- ## Full Transcript [00:00] Hello people, my name is Ferdy and in the last video, I showed you how to install the Elementor [00:04] Atomic Editor version 4 from scratch. In this video, I will show you how to update your current [00:09] Elementor website to version 4. So let's get right on. How can you do that? I go to the backend. I [00:17] already have a website made with Elementor, with containers and the elements, nothing with version [00:21] 4. So in order to update it, I go to Elementor, I go to the editor and I go to tools. Then I [00:30] go to version control, Let me close this and I scroll down and over here, I can become a beta [00:36] tester in order to update. I need to turn that on. I enable this. I save the changes. If you want to, [00:43] you can sign up. So you get information when there are new beta versions out or new versions. Now, [00:48] what I need to do, I need to go to the dashboard to updates, and then I see there is a new update. [00:56] So I select it. I click on update plugins. If you don't see anything, sometimes you need to click [01:02] on check again. Let me show you in a minute where you can see that. Okay. If I go to updates, you [01:09] can click on check again. And I don't know why, maybe this is a cache thing. If I go to plugins, [01:16] um, I already have 3 .35 beta two, but I also get updated to the same version. You know, [01:21] that's something that can happen. I click on update now. Awesome. Now I go to Elementor, [01:28] editor, settings. Then I go to the last step, version four, and I need to activate it. You need [01:35] to read this and activate the new experience, read this. And if you read it and you understood it, [01:41] then you can click on select, activate. There it is. You can deactivate it later. So now if [01:50] I go to the homepage, I already created a page with version three. So if you click on edit with [01:55] Elementor, everything you see on my screen here at this moment, that is made with version 3 of [02:05] Elementor. But now, if I click on the plus, look at this, I have the atomic elements, [02:10] flexbox, the heading. So how does it work? I also said it in the last video. Here at the right, [02:17] when you see this icon, it is made with version 4. They are continuously working on version 4 [02:23] and making it better and better. But for every single Elementor is in version 3, heading, image, [02:29] text editor, video, they need to make a version 4 version. So over here, I see heading and image, [02:37] but I also have that over here with the atomic habits, a header, heading and an image. So [02:42] right now we see 10 widgets elements. There are more from version 3. So step by step, they will [02:49] integrate more widgets that are now only available in version 3 towards version 4. The great thing [02:55] is if I have a div block over here and I click on the plus, and I add a heading all from version 4, [03:03] I can click on the plus and I also can go to version 3 and add a button. So they can work [03:08] simultaneously, they work together, you can work version 3 and version 4 together and I will do my [03:14] best to make use of version 4 as much as possible. So I will close this and in the next video, [03:20] I will show you how to set up your workflow, make a framework that can help you to work [03:26] really efficiently in the atomic editor, also known as Elementor version 4. So I hope to see [03:31] you in the next video. This is a series, so if you want to subscribe, you can see every new [03:35] video that's coming up and you can click over here to go to the whole playlist and I will do my best [03:40] to fill it with amazing content about Elementor version 4 because I can tell you, it is amazing.