Overview

Er is a configurable blog theme designed for the Hugo framework. It features elements inspired by this particular blog, making it visually appealing and customizable. With its various features and options, Er provides a user-friendly experience for bloggers.

Features

• Atom feed: Produces an Atom feed at feed.xml, allowing users to easily syndicate their blog content.
• Open graph tags: Automatically generates open graph tags for each blog post, enabling better sharing on social media platforms.
• Table of contents: Includes a table of contents for blog posts using the tocbot library, enhancing navigation and readability.
• Math rendering: Supports the rendering of mathematical equations using KaTeX, making it suitable for blogs in technical fields.
• Tag cloud: Displays a tag cloud on larger screens, allowing users to easily explore related content.
• Customizable colors: Users can easily customize the colors of the theme by overriding the variables.css file.
• Favicon: Automatically looks for a favicon at static/favicon.ico, but users can choose a different path by setting the favicon parameter in the config.

Installation

To install Er, follow these steps:

1. Open your Hugo project folder.
2. Navigate to the “themes” directory.
3. Clone the Er theme repository into the “themes” directory.
4. Open your project’s config.toml file.
5. Add the theme entry: theme = "er".
6. Customize the theme settings according to your preferences, such as the favicon and Google Analytics tracking code.
7. Run Hugo to generate your website with the Er theme.

Summary

Er is a versatile blog theme for Hugo that offers a range of features to enhance the blogging experience. From Atom feed integration to customizable colors and math rendering, Er provides bloggers with the tools they need to create a professional and personalized blog. With its straightforward installation process, users can quickly get started with Er and begin showcasing their content in style.