## Opening the page with inline editing controls
To edit homepage and service content inline in **Sherkety ERP & Website Platform**, start from the live website page you want to update, not from an admin content list. This matters because inline editing works directly on the public page layout, where you can see the real banner, service cards, text blocks, and buttons in context.

1. Sign in with an account that has website editing access, such as a **Content Editor** or **Administrator** account.
2. Open the live **Homepage** or a public service page from the website view.
3. Look for inline edit controls in the page toolbar or directly on editable sections. In many cases, these controls appear when you move your pointer over a section.
4. Hover over visible content areas such as a hero banner, service description, feature row, or call-to-action block to reveal the edit option.
5. Click the edit control only after confirming you are on the exact section you want to change.

[SCREENSHOT: Homepage with editable sections highlighted and an inline edit control visible on hover]

Not every part of the page is meant to be edited inline. Focus on areas that clearly contain content, such as headings, paragraph text, button labels, service summaries, and image blocks. Layout-only elements, spacing, and some navigation areas may not show edit controls at all. If you already reviewed when to use inline editing versus admin pages, follow the same decision approach described in [Choosing Between Inline Editing and Admin Pages](doc:choosing-between-inline-editing-and-admin-pages).

Before you click into a section, pause and check whether the visible block is a homepage section, a service section, or a shared page area. That quick check helps you avoid changing the wrong content, especially on pages that repeat similar layouts.

## Identifying the homepage or service section you want to change
On busy pages, the most important step is making sure you have selected the correct content block before you edit anything. In **Sherkety ERP & Website Platform**, homepage and service pages can contain several sections with similar styling, repeated cards, or stacked rows that look almost identical at first glance.

1. Move your pointer over the section you want to change and wait for the inline highlight, hover state, or edit icon to appear.
2. Match the visible content on the page to the exact item you plan to update. Use the section heading, supporting paragraph, button text, or image as your reference point.
3. Check the section’s position on the page. For example, confirm whether it is the top hero banner, a middle feature row, a services grid card, or a lower call-to-action area.
4. If several blocks look similar, compare the exact wording shown in each one before opening the editor.
5. Open the editor only when the selected block clearly matches the content you want to replace.

[SCREENSHOT: Service page showing multiple editable blocks with one selected]

This is especially useful on pages with repeated service cards. Two cards may use the same layout but contain different service names, descriptions, or buttons. Instead of relying on the card design, rely on the actual text shown inside the card. The same applies to stacked homepage sections with repeated headings and button styles.

Also watch for content that may be shared across more than one page. If a section appears in a common page area, it may belong to a shared layout rather than the single page you are viewing. If you are unsure whether a block is shared or page-specific, compare it with similar pages before saving. For broader shared-area editing patterns, see [Editing Footer and Shared Website Sections Inline](doc:editing-footer-and-shared-website-sections-inline).

## Editing text, links, and media directly on the page
Once you open the correct inline editor, make your changes carefully and keep them aligned with what visitors see on the page. In **Sherkety ERP & Website Platform**, inline editing is most useful for visible content such as headings, descriptions, button labels, and section images.

1. Click the inline edit control on the selected homepage or service block.
2. In the editing panel or inline form, update the fields that match the visible content on the page, such as the headline, paragraph text, button label, or link field.
3. If the section supports formatted text, use the available formatting tools only where needed. Keep the result consistent with the surrounding page design.
4. If the block includes an image area, use the image edit option or media picker to replace or adjust the image.
5. Review the updated section on the page before saving.

[SCREENSHOT: Inline editor open for a homepage section showing text fields, button text, and image controls]

When editing text, keep your attention on what visitors will actually read. If you change a service heading, make sure the supporting paragraph still matches that service. If you update a homepage call-to-action, make sure the wording still fits the section around it.

For buttons, review both parts of the action:

| Field to review | What to check |
|---|---|
| Button label | The text clearly tells visitors what the button does |
| Link target | The button opens the intended page or destination |
| Section message | The button still matches the heading and paragraph above it |

If you are editing multilingual content, make sure you are working in the correct language version before saving. For language-specific editing guidance, use [Editing Multilingual Content in the Editor](doc:editing-multilingual-content-in-the-editor).

## Saving changes and confirming the correct content block was updated
After editing a section, confirm the result before moving on to another block. In **Sherkety ERP & Website Platform**, the safest habit is to save one section at a time and immediately verify that the visible page changed in the place you expected.

1. Click **Save**, **Apply**, or the available publish action in the inline editor.
2. Wait for the page to respond. Look for a success message, the editor closing, or the updated content appearing directly in the section.
3. Review the same block on the page and confirm that the new heading, text, button label, or image is visible.
4. Refresh the page if needed and return to the same section to confirm the saved version still appears.
5. Scan nearby sections with similar layouts to make sure you did not update a different repeated block by mistake.

[SCREENSHOT: Updated service section visible on the page after saving, with a success message]

If the page contains multiple service cards or repeated homepage rows, compare the changed block with the surrounding ones right away. This helps you catch mistakes while the edit is still fresh in your mind. For example, if you intended to update the second service card in a row, check the first and third cards too so you can confirm only the correct one changed.

When the editor closes without errors and the visible page reflects your update, that is usually the clearest sign that the change was saved successfully. If you want a broader review process for checking edits before and after saving, see [Validating Saving and Reviewing Content Changes](doc:validating-saving-and-reviewing-content-changes) and [Using Live Preview to Check Page Updates](doc:using-live-preview-to-check-page-updates).

## Working safely when multiple sections look similar
Some homepage and service layouts repeat the same structure several times. You might see multiple feature rows with the same alignment, several service cards in a grid, or repeated call-to-action blocks with nearly identical buttons. In **Sherkety ERP & Website Platform**, careful editing habits reduce the chance of changing the wrong block.

1. Open only one section at a time whenever possible.
2. Before editing, identify the block by its exact page position: top banner, middle row, lower services grid, or final call-to-action section.
3. Change one visible field first, such as the heading or button label, and verify that the correct block updates.
4. If you are unsure, use a short temporary wording change in a visible field so you can confirm which section you opened.
5. Once you verify the correct block, finish the rest of the edits and save again if needed.

[SCREENSHOT: Repeated service cards on a page with one card selected for editing]

This approach is especially helpful when several cards use the same layout and image size. A small temporary change in the title is easier to spot than a subtle paragraph edit. After confirming the correct block, replace the temporary wording with the final text before saving.

A few habits make repeated sections easier to manage:

- Compare the content above and below the selected block before editing.
- Use the visible heading as your main identifier, not the card design.
- Avoid editing two similar sections in separate open panels at the same time.
- Save and verify each block before moving to the next one.

If you often work with repeated items, the guidance in [Editing Structured Content and Repeating Items](doc:editing-structured-content-and-repeating-items) can help you stay organized.

## Fixing common inline editing problems
If inline editing does not behave as expected, the issue is usually related to page selection, permissions, or choosing the wrong block. In **Sherkety ERP & Website Platform**, you can usually correct the problem without leaving the page.

1. If edit controls do not appear, confirm you are signed in with a role that can edit content and that you are viewing the live page, not a static preview or admin list.
2. If the wrong section opens, close the editor and hover again over the exact heading, paragraph, image, or button area you want to change.
3. If your changes save but do not appear where expected, refresh the page and compare nearby sections with similar layouts.
4. If a button or image update looks wrong, reopen that same block and review the button text, link field, or selected image.
5. If the page shows a loading or error message instead of editable content, wait for the page to finish loading or reopen the page and try again.

[SCREENSHOT: Inline editing error or missing edit controls on a service section]

Use these checks when troubleshooting:

- **No edit controls visible**: You may not be signed in with editing access, or you may not be on the live editable page.
- **Wrong block changed**: A similar nearby section was selected. Reopen the page and verify the exact text and placement.
- **Saved change not visible**: Refresh the page and confirm you updated the intended homepage or service block.
- **Unexpected button behavior**: Recheck the button label and its destination together.
- **Image looks unchanged**: Reopen the media area and confirm the selected image was applied to that block.

For general loading, empty-state, and error behavior, see [Understanding Loading Placeholders Empty States and Errors](doc:understanding-loading-placeholders-empty-states-and-errors) and [Responding to Missing Content and Retry Messages](doc:responding-to-missing-content-and-retry-messages).

## Overview
Inline editing in **Sherkety ERP & Website Platform** lets you update visible homepage and service-page content while looking at the actual public page. Instead of searching through admin lists, you work directly on the live section you want to change. This is especially useful for homepage banners, service summaries, feature rows, call-to-action blocks, and other content areas where page placement matters.

Use inline editing when you need to answer questions like these:

- Which heading appears in the top homepage banner?
- Which service card contains this exact description?
- Which button belongs to this feature row?
- Which image is attached to this visible section?

Because you are editing in context, you can compare the section with the content around it before saving. That makes it easier to keep headings, body text, buttons, and images aligned with the rest of the page.

This guide focuses on homepage and service sections specifically. It does not repeat the broader decision rules for choosing between inline editing and admin pages; for that, use [Choosing Between Inline Editing and Admin Pages](doc:choosing-between-inline-editing-and-admin-pages). It also does not go deep into shared footer and layout areas, which are covered separately.

You will use this guide when you need to:

- Open the live homepage or a service page with edit controls
- Select the correct visible content block
- Change text, links, and images inline
- Save and confirm that the intended block was updated
- Avoid mistakes when several sections look alike

The next document in this sequence is [Editing Footer and Shared Sections From Page Layouts](doc:editing-footer-and-shared-sections-from-page-layouts), which covers shared areas that may appear across multiple pages.

## Prerequisites
Before you start editing homepage or service sections inline in **Sherkety ERP & Website Platform**, make sure the following conditions are already in place:

- You can sign in to the admin-enabled website experience.
- Your account has permission to edit website content, such as a **Content Editor** or **Administrator** role.
- You know whether you need to update the **Homepage** or a specific service page.
- You can recognize the visible section you want to change by its heading, text, button, or image.
- You are working on the live page view where inline controls appear.

It also helps if you already understand the basic inline editing tools covered in earlier documents:

- [Editing Content Directly From the Website](doc:editing-content-directly-from-the-website)
- [Using Section and Footer Edit Controls](doc:using-section-and-footer-edit-controls)
- [Updating Homepage and Public Sections With Inline Tools](doc:updating-homepage-and-public-sections-with-inline-tools)

If the page includes more than one language, confirm you are viewing the correct language version before editing. That prevents you from updating the right section in the wrong language. For language-specific field handling, use [Managing Multilingual Fields in the Content Editor](doc:managing-multilingual-fields-in-the-content-editor).

Before making a visible change, gather the final content you plan to enter:

- Approved heading text
- Final paragraph copy
- Correct button wording
- Intended page destination for any button or link
- Replacement image, if the section includes media

Having those details ready makes inline editing faster and reduces the need to reopen the same section multiple times.