At Dreamlover Digital Solutions, we continuously evaluate tools that can enhance the performance and efficiency of our clients’ websites. Recently, we explored the latest versions of Elementor, which include significant improvements in three main areas: performance metrics, cleaner code, and faster image loading. Here’s a detailed evaluation of how these updates can benefit your website.
Cleaner Code
One of the standout features in the recent updates of Elementor is the optimization of the code generated by its widgets. Each widget placed on the canvas generates code that determines its style and behavior. Cleaner, shorter, and semantic code translates to a smoother visitor experience. Elementor has achieved this by removing unnecessary parts of widgets without content, such as an Image Box without a title, and by not loading redundant scripts and styles when Gutenberg blocks are not used
Ace Performance Tests
Performance metrics are crucial for user experience, even if visitors aren’t aware of them. Our internal tests comparing Elementor version 3.18 to 3.22 showed a remarkable 50% improvement in the time to first byte (TTFB) and a 40% increase in the largest contentful paint (LCP). These metrics are critical as they measure how quickly a user can start interacting with the site and how long it takes to load the largest visible content, respectively.
Smart Image Loading
Images often represent the heaviest content on a webpage, affecting load times. Elementor’s new updates introduce optimized image loading through lazy loading. This technique prioritizes loading images in the initial viewport first and delays loading the remaining images until the user scrolls. This approach ensures that your website’s most important content is loaded quickly, improving the user experience.
Conclusion
By updating to the latest version of Elementor and activating these features, you can ensure that your website remains fast, efficient, and user-friendly. This is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge and delivering a high-quality experience to your visitors.
Moreover, combining these new features with green hosting will help improve the eco-friendliness of your site, contributing to a more sustainable web ecosystem. This synergy not only enhances performance but also aligns with our commitment to sustainability.
Stay tuned for more updates and insights, and don’t hesitate to reach out to us for any assistance in optimizing your website performance.
