Template Builder vs Page Builder
Template Builder and Page Builder are two distinct interfaces within the Page Builder system, each designed for different user roles and workflows.
Template Builder is a specialized version of Page Builder used by template authors, site builders, and administrators to create and manage content templates.
Page Builder is the interface used by content creators to build and edit individual content pages.
Interface and visual differences
| Feature | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Add content buttons |
Purple buttons indicate template creation mode |
Teal buttons indicate page editing mode |
Asset type icon |
Purple icon identifies content template assets |
Standard page asset icon |
Preview context |
Requires reference asset for preview |
Direct preview of the content page |
Interface purpose |
Template creation and configuration |
Content creation and editing |
User roles and permissions
| Role | Template Builder Access | Page Builder Access |
|---|---|---|
Template Authors |
Full access to create and edit content pages |
Standard content editing permissions |
Site Builders |
Full access to create and edit content pages |
Standard content editing permissions |
Site Administrators |
Full access to create and edit content pages |
Standard content editing permissions |
Content Creators |
No access to template creation |
Full access to create and edit content pages |
Content Editors |
No access to template creation |
Full access to edit content within template constraints |
Content zone management
| Zone Operation | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Add zones |
Full control to add multiple content zones |
Cannot add zones; works with existing template zones |
Rename zones |
Can rename zones to match content structure |
Cannot rename zones; sees zone names as defined by template |
Reorder zones |
Can reorder zones within template structure |
Cannot reorder zones; structure is locked by template |
Configure zone settings |
Full control over zone permissions and rules |
Cannot modify zone settings; works within template constraints |
Switch zone management type |
Can switch between template-managed and page-managed |
Cannot change zone management type; works within template settings |
Component handling
| Component Operation | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Add components |
Can add any available component to any zone |
Can only add components to page-managed zones |
Remove components |
Can remove any component from template zones |
Cannot remove components from template-managed zones |
Edit component values |
Can edit placeholder content and default values |
Can edit content values in template-managed zones (unless locked) |
Set component permissions |
Can configure prevent content changes settings |
Cannot modify component permissions |
Reorder components |
Can reorder components within zones |
Cannot reorder components in template-managed zones |
Structural editing capabilities
| Structural Operation | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Move layouts |
Can rearrange layouts within template structure |
Can only move layouts within page-managed zones |
Drag handles |
Visible for all template elements |
Hidden for template-managed elements |
Add layouts |
Can add layouts to any zone |
Can only add layouts to page-managed zones |
Remove layouts |
Can remove layouts from template |
Cannot remove layouts from template-managed zones |
Modify layout settings |
Full control over layout configuration |
Cannot modify layout settings in template-managed zones |
Workflow differences
| Workflow Stage | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Purpose |
Create reusable page patterns |
Create individual content pages |
Content focus |
Define structure and placeholder content |
Populate with actual content |
Target outcome |
Template asset for reuse across multiple pages |
Individual content page for publication |
Content lifecycle |
Template creation → approval → publication |
Content creation → review → publication |
Update impact |
Changes affect all pages using the template |
Changes affect only the individual page |
Reference asset requirements
Template Builder requires a reference asset to provide preview context, while Page Builder works directly with the content page.
| Reference Asset Aspect | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Requirement |
Must select a reference page for preview |
No reference asset needed; works directly with content |
Purpose |
Provides site design and visual context |
Not applicable; uses actual page content |
Content handling |
Reference content is not used; only design elements used |
Not applicable; works with actual content |
Preview accuracy |
Shows how template will look when applied |
Shows actual page content and structure |
Asset dependency |
Template depends on reference asset availability |
No external dependencies |
Versioning and publication
| Versioning Aspect | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Version types |
Draft and live versions |
Regular page versioning |
Publication workflow |
Template approval → live version → available to content creators |
Content review → publication |
Update propagation |
Changes instantly affect all pages using template |
Changes affect only the individual page |
Approval process |
Template review and approval required |
Regular content approval workflow |
Zone rules and restrictions
Template Builder allows configuration of zone rules, while Page Builder enforces these rules.
| Zone Rule Aspect | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Rule configuration |
Can set rules for page-managed zones |
Cannot modify zone rules; works within them |
Content type restrictions |
Can restrict allowed component types |
Can only add components allowed by zone rules |
Component limitations |
Can limit specific components per zone |
Can only use components permitted by template |
Rule enforcement |
Rules are defined and configured |
Rules are enforced and cannot be bypassed |
Rule visibility |
Can see and modify all zone rules |
Cannot see zone rules; experiences their effects |
Primary content zone handling
Template Builder can designate a primary content zone, which affects how existing content is handled when templates are applied.
| Primary Zone Aspect | Template Builder | Page Builder |
|---|---|---|
Zone designation |
Can designate one zone as primary content zone |
Cannot modify primary zone designation |
Content migration |
Existing page content moves to primary zone when template applied |
Works with content in designated primary zone |
Zone priority |
Primary zone receives migrated content automatically |
Primary zone is where new content is typically added |
Zone management |
Can change primary zone designation |
Cannot modify primary zone settings |