SW Modules

Frequently Asked Questions - SW Sprocket Rocket Modules

These FAQs explain how Smithworks SW Modules work inside HubSpot, especially for Sprocket Rocket-style themes. Use them to choose the right module, understand common settings, and give AI agents better context before they start guessing.

When should I use SW FAQs Basic vs SW FAQs Simple vs SW FAQs Advanced HubDB?

Prefer SW FAQs Basic for new FAQ sections on website pages (Inline Repeater or Google Sheet). SW FAQs Simple is deprecated for new content—existing instances still work (HubDB or Inline Repeater). Use SW FAQs Advanced HubDB for the dedicated FAQ hub with search, topic tags, and pagination (for example /faqs).

How do I load FAQs from a Google Sheet in SW FAQs Basic?

In the module, set the FAQ source to Google Sheet and paste the published CSV/TSV URL for the sheet. Keep column headers aligned with the sample (question and answer columns). Tip: after the published list looks right, set a Minimum Height under Module Height if the FAQ block jumps while the sheet loads.

Can SW FAQs Basic show FAQs as an accordion?

Yes. Under Style → FAQ Layout Settings, turn on Accordion FAQs. You can also choose whether only one answer stays open at a time. The caret sits to the left of each question title.

Why don’t Facebook or YouTube icons show in the header?

Header Simple Links need Add Icon on and a selected icon. After master 2026.08.18.12.17, those icons should appear next to the label (they were previously 0×0). Publish global header content and hard-refresh. If the icon is still missing, confirm Add Icon is on for that button.

What is the text-box rim on SW Hero?

When the hero text box uses Effect Glass, Grain, or Pattern (including Custom SVG), Rim (0–50px) frames the effect. New Effect text boxes default to a 25px rim with a solid face. Set Rim to 0 for a full-panel effect. Existing saved values stay as they were.

What is SW Helper Animation?

It is an invisible helper. Place it once per page or once in the global footer, then add a-* classes (fade, type-in, accents) on headings or other modules. Type-in no longer flashes the full sentence first. Use plain text for type-in. Prefer this over older animation experiment modules.

What is Animated on SW Hero?

Animated is an optional Module Outer background. It plays a moving ribbon (desktop WebGL) behind the hero. Choose Motion Roll or Ripple, then Artwork Wave 1–5. Existing heroes stay unchanged until you pick Animated. It is not available on Module Inner or the text box.