Introduction to Nuxt.js Layouts

Nuxt.js layouts are a powerful feature for managing the overall structure of your application's pages. They allow you to define common page layouts and easily reuse them across multiple pages. In this guide, we'll explore how to use Nuxt.js layouts to streamline your page layout management.

Creating Layouts

Nuxt.js layouts can be created as Vue components that define the structure of your pages. Layouts typically include headers, footers, and other common elements. Here's an example of a simple layout:

<!-- layouts/default.vue -->
<template>
  <div>
    <header>
      <h1>My App</h1>
    </header>
    <main>
      <nuxt />
    </main>
    <footer>
      © 2023 My App
    </footer>
  </div>
</template>
<script>
export default {
  // Layout component code
};
</script>
        

In this example, the "default.vue" layout includes a header, a main content area, and a footer. The `` tag is a placeholder for the content of the page being rendered.

Assigning Layouts to Pages

To use a layout for a specific page, you can assign it in the page's Vue component. Here's how you can assign the "default" layout to a page:

<!-- pages/index.vue -->
<script>
export default {
  layout: 'default',
  // Page component code
};
</script>
        

In this example, the "index.vue" page is assigned the "default" layout. It will use the layout's structure when rendered.

Using Nested Layouts

Nuxt.js also allows you to create nested layouts for more complex page structures. You can use multiple layout files and assign them at different levels of your page hierarchy. Here's an example of a nested layout:

<!-- layouts/admin.vue -->
<template>
  <div>
    <header>
      <h1>Admin Dashboard</h1>
    </header>
    <main>
      <nuxt />
    </main>
    <footer>
      © 2023 Admin Dashboard
    </footer>
  </div>
</template>
<script>
export default {
  // Admin layout component code
};
</script>
        

In this example, the "admin.vue" layout is a nested layout for admin-related pages. You can assign it to specific admin pages as needed.

Conclusion

Nuxt.js layouts simplify page layout management in your Vue.js applications. By defining reusable layouts and assigning them to your pages, you can maintain a consistent and organized structure for your entire application, making it easier to develop and maintain your project.