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For businesses that frequently use WhatsApp, having a consistent WhatsApp button across multiple pages is helpful. This guide shows you how to create a reusable WhatsApp button in MaxiBlocks.

Benefits of a reusable WhatsApp button

  1. Consistency: Ensures the same WhatsApp link is used across your entire website.

  2. Easy updates: Only need to update the WhatsApp number in one place if it changes.

  3. Time-saving: Quickly add the button to any page without recreating it each time.

  4. Brand alignment: Maintain a uniform look and functionality for your contact options.

Pro tip: While this method doesn't provide a centralized options page, it offers a practical solution within MaxiBlocks. Creating a reusable button sets up a single reference point for your WhatsApp link, making it easier to manage sitewide.

Steps to create a reusable WhatsApp button:​

1. Add a Button Maxi block:

  • Type "/" in the editor and select "Button Maxi"

**2. Customize the button: **

  • Open sidebar options
  • Choose a quick style (optional)
  • Select "Icon" and search to insert the WhatsApp icon

3. Set up the WhatsApp link:

  • Click the button again
  • Select the link icon in the toolbar
  • Insert your WhatsApp conversation link
  • Click save

4. Make the button reusable:

  • Click the three dots (...) in the toolbar
  • Select "Add to reusable blocks"
  • Name it "WhatsApp button" and save

5. Use the reusable button:

  • On any page, click the block inserter (top-left)
  • Go to the "Patterns" tab
  • Search for "WhatsApp button" or check "My patterns"
  • Click to insert the button on your page

Following these steps creates a reusable WhatsApp button that can be easily added across your website.