A client needs several new pages with a structure that the current templates do not...

Understanding Template Structure: In AEM, a template defines the structure and initial content of a page. The template editor allows authors to create templates with specific structure elements and initial content that will appear on every page created with that template.

Problem Identification: The author realizes that some elements within the structure of the new "landing page" template are non-deletable, which goes against the design requirements. These elements need to be flexible and deletable by the authors.

Solution - Moving Elements to Initial Content:

Initial Structure: Elements placed in the initial structure are non-deletable and form the immutable framework of the template.

Initial Content: Elements moved to initial content are part of the template but can be edited or deleted by the author once the page is created from the template. This flexibility aligns with the requirement.

Initial Layout: Typically refers to the positioning and styling aspects, which doesn’t resolve the issue of deletability.

Implementation Steps:

Access the template editor and select the "landing page" template.

Identify the non-deletable elements in the structure.

Move these elements from the initial structure section to the initial content section.

Save and validate the template changes.

References:

AEM Templates and Policies:AEM 6.5 Template Editor

AEM Template Editor Best Practices:Best Practices