LDS.org to Add New Features

LDS.org is releasing new features in early February, the first in a series of updates to make the website more personalized, current and easy to use.

Jeff Isom, director of LDS.org, told the Deseret News that the approach for adapting LDS.org “is one of evolution, not revolution. This means we will make regular small improvements to the site instead of less frequent, large changes.”

The changes will affect all LDS.org language sites and country communication pages (country websites).

After the February release, visitors to LDS.org will see the following new features:

• Appearance changes – The most noticeable change will be the background color changing from blue to white.
• New My Account and Ward selector – This option found at the top of all pages on the website will replace the Sign-In/Tools link and will feature content options in an easier-to-read drop-down menu.
• New Country and Language selector – This option, also found at the top of the website, will replace the language selector, making it easier for members to find local content for their area on their country communication page.
• Addition of menu navigation and search options to country communication pages – Country communication pages will now include the same navigation menus found on LDS.org (Scriptures, Teachings, Resources, and News). In addition, users will be able to choose between site-specific search options (whether to search their local content or all of LDS.org content)

Church designers and developers encourage patience and flexibility throughout the process. LDS.org users are encouraged to provide feedback by scrolling to the bottom of LDS.org and selecting Feedback.