Advanced BootStrap

1. Advanced Bootstrap
2. Navbars
3. Labels and Badges
4. Jumbotron
5. Pagination
6. Bootstrap Plugins - Alert Plugins, Dropdown plugins
,Tooltips Plugin, Modals Plugins, Carousel Plugins
 Advanced bootstrap
Bootstrap, a popular front-end framework, offers advanced components that
allow developers to build more interactive and visually appealing UIs. Beyond
basic layouts and styling, Bootstrap's advanced features like Navbars, labels,
badges, and pagination help enhance website navigation, notifications, and
content organization. Bootstrap plugins add even more functionality, enabling
dynamic effects and interactivity.

● Navbars are responsive navigation bars that adapt to different screen

sizes, using classes like .navbar-expand-lg and color classes like
.navbar-dark. They can contain links, togglers, and other
components.
● Badges are used for displaying notifications or counts with the .badge
class and color options like .badge-primary. They are commonly
used on buttons or alongside text.
● Jumbotron is a large, eye-catching section for headers or calls to action,
using .jumbotron or .display- classes to emphasize content with
larger text and padding.
● Pagination helps divide content into pages, using .pagination for
layout and .page-item for individual page links. Options like
.pagination-lg allow for different sizes.
● Bootstrap plugins are JavaScript components like modals and tooltips
that add interactivity. They are easy to integrate and work seamlessly
with Bootstrap’s responsive styles.

Navbars using BS
● Responsive Navigation: Navbars in Bootstrap are designed to be responsive
and adapt to different screen sizes. By using classes like
.navbar-expand-sm, .navbar-expand-md, or
.navbar-expand-lg, you can control at what screen size the navbar
should expand horizontally or collapse into a toggleable menu.
● Color and Background Options: Customize the look of the navbar with
.navbar-light for lighter text on a light background or .navbar-dark
for lighter text on a dark background. Background colors can be added with
classes like .bg-light, .bg-dark, or any Bootstrap color utility class.
● Branding: The .navbar-brand class is used to add a brand name or logo
to your navbar. This is typically aligned to the left but can be positioned
differently with custom CSS if needed.
● Links and Items: Add links to the navbar by using the .nav-item class for
list items and .nav-link for the links themselves. These are typically
placed in a <ul> within the .navbar-nav container for a structured
layout.
● Form and Search Bar: Forms, like search bars, can be added directly inside
the navbar using the .form-inline class to align elements horizontally.
This is helpful for creating quick search options or login forms within the
navbar.
● Dropdowns: Add dropdown menus within navbars using the .dropdown
class, combined with .dropdown-toggle to trigger the dropdown and
.dropdown-menu for the actual dropdown items. These adapt to screen
size, appearing inline on larger screens and collapsing on smaller ones.
● Toggler Button: On smaller screens, the navbar typically collapses into a
hamburger-style menu, which users can expand by clicking the toggler
button. This button is created with .navbar-toggler and uses an icon
(often provided by Bootstrap Icons or FontAwesome) to represent the menu
visually.
● Alignment and Positioning: Navbars can be aligned and positioned as
desired. Use .ml-auto or .mr-auto to align items left or right within the
navbar. Fixed positioning classes, such as .fixed-top and
.fixed-bottom, allow the navbar to stay in place as the user scrolls,
while .sticky-top sticks the navbar to the top after scrolling past it.
 Labels and badges

Badges are small visual elements used to display counts, notifications,

statuses, or emphasize specific text. Originally, Bootstrap had labels for this
purpose, but badges are the current standard as they’re more flexible and
visually aligned with modern designs.

● Creating Badges: To create a badge, use the .badge class. They’re

commonly placed next to text or within buttons to highlight specific details,
like the number of unread messages or items in a cart.
● Color Variants: Bootstrap badges come with several color options to signify
different contexts. Use color utility classes like .badge-primary (blue),
.badge-secondary (gray), .badge-success (green),
.badge-danger (red), .badge-warning (yellow), etc to customize the
badge background color. These help users quickly understand the badge's
purpose (e.g., red for alerts, green for positive indicators).
● Badge Pill Shape: The .badge-pill class rounds the edges of a badge,
giving it a pill-like shape, which is useful for a softer, more rounded look.
This is especially helpful for badges with counts, such as "New" or numerical
indicators, as it helps them stand out more clearly.
● Usage with Buttons and Links: Badges can be easily integrated within
buttons, links, or list groups to provide additional information or status. For
example, adding a badge next to a notification button helps draw attention
to new updates or messages.
● Size Adjustments: Badges typically inherit the font size of their surrounding
elements, making them flexible to fit inside headings, buttons, and list
items without additional styling.
● Dynamic Badges: For interactive applications, badges can be updated
dynamically to reflect real-time changes, like updating a cart count or
unread message notifications.
 Jumbotron

The Jumbotron component is designed to create a prominent,

attention-grabbing section on a webpage. It’s ideal for displaying hero images,
large titles, or important messages, making it perfect for landing pages,
introductions, or calls to action.

● Creating a Jumbotron: To create a Jumbotron, use the .jumbotron class.

This creates a spacious, padded container that stands out from the rest of
the page. You can place headings, text, buttons, or even images inside a
Jumbotron to highlight key content.
● Full-Width and Fluid Jumbotron: By default, the Jumbotron is centered with
padding, but if you want a full-width Jumbotron that spans the entire width
of the screen, use the .jumbotron-fluid class alongside .jumbotron.
This version stretches across the screen, creating a more immersive section
that’s ideal for large images or backgrounds.
● Customization Options: Jumbotrons are highly customizable. You can use
any background color by adding color utility classes like .bg-primary or
.bg-dark, or even add images or gradients as backgrounds with custom
CSS. Text color and alignment can be customized with utility classes (e.g.,
.text-center for centered text, .text-light for white text).
● Typography: To emphasize text within a Jumbotron, use larger font sizes and
bold headings. The .display- classes provide larger font sizes
specifically for headings, which are ideal for creating eye-catching titles or
messages.
● Adding Buttons and Links: Calls to action are commonly placed in
Jumbotrons. You can add buttons by using the .btn classes inside a
Jumbotron to direct users to other parts of the site or to perform actions.
The buttons stand out within the spacious Jumbotron, making them
noticeable and easy to interact with.
 Pagination

Pagination in Bootstrap helps split large amounts of content into multiple

pages, enhancing user navigation and readability. It’s often used in
content-heavy sites, like blogs, e-commerce pages, or search results, to
prevent users from having to scroll through long lists of items.

● Creating Pagination: To create a basic pagination component, use the

.pagination class. Within it, create individual page links using the
.page-item and .page-link classes. This structure is usually a <nav>
element containing a list of links (<ul class="pagination">), where
each link corresponds to a different page of content.
● Previous and Next Links: For easier navigation between pages, include
"Previous" and "Next" links in your pagination structure. Place these at the
beginning and end of the pagination list using
<li class="page-item"> and
<a class="page-link">Previous</a>. The disabled attribute
can be added to the "Previous" link on the first page or the "Next" link on the
last page to indicate they’re not clickable.
● Active State: The .active class is used to indicate the current page
visually. Apply it to the .page-item corresponding to the currently viewed
page to highlight it, making it easier for users to know where they are in the
pagination.
● Sizing Options: Bootstrap offers two main sizing options for pagination.
Add .pagination-lg for larger pagination buttons or
.pagination-sm for smaller ones. These size classes can help with
styling based on the type of content, screen size, or design preference.
● Alignment and Positioning: You can use Bootstrap’s flex utilities to align
pagination to the left, center, or right. For example, wrapping
.pagination in a
 <div class="d-flex justify-content-center"> will center the
pagination on the page. Similarly, .justify-content-end will align it
to the right.
● Advanced Pagination Variants: In more complex designs, pagination may
include additional navigation features like "First" and "Last" page links or
page ranges. While Bootstrap doesn’t include these by default, they can be
added with custom .page-item elements and classes.

Bootstrap Plugins

Bootstrap plugins are JavaScript-powered components that add interactive

elements and functionality to websites. These plugins enhance user experience
by enabling dynamic effects without writing custom JavaScript, providing
options like alerts, dropdowns, tooltips, modals, and carousels that are simple
to initialize and integrate with Bootstrap's responsive framework.

● Alert Plugin: The alert plugin allows you to create dismissible alert
messages that notify users about important information or status changes.
By adding the .alert class and using data-dismiss="alert", users
can close the alert with a built-in close button. JavaScript methods like
alert('close') help manage the alerts programmatically.
● Dropdown Plugin: The dropdown plugin is used to create dropdown menus
that open when clicked or hovered over, ideal for navigation or settings
menus. The .dropdown class, along with .dropdown-toggle, enables
toggleable menus, and additional options can control their position and
behavior. It’s initialized automatically via data attributes but can also be
managed with JavaScript methods.
● Tooltip Plugin: Tooltips display small informational pop-ups when users
hover over or focus on an element, created with the
data-toggle="tooltip" attribute. Customizable with placement
options (top, bottom, left, right), they’re lightweight, and the tooltip()
 JavaScript method offers programmatic control, making them ideal for
providing context or guidance.
● Modal Plugin: Modals are popup windows that overlay the main content,
commonly used for forms, notifications, or confirmations. The .modal
class and data-toggle="modal" activate them, with JavaScript options
(show, hide) for more control. They’re customizable, support dynamic
content, and can be dismissed via clicking outside or a close button.
● Carousel Plugin: The carousel plugin creates responsive, swipeable image or
content sliders with the .carousel class. Slides can auto-rotate or be
manually controlled with indicators and arrows, making it perfect for
showcasing images or featured content. JavaScript controls allow starting,
pausing, or switching slides, adding a dynamic visual effect to the site.