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title: Core & Essential Blocks
description: Step-by-step guides for Link Blocks, Folder Drawers, Live Availability Badges, and Lead Capture.
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  label: Core & Essentials
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Learn how to configure the fundamental building blocks of your Ceynk link-in-bio page.

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## Link Block

*Add a rich, interactive preview card linking to any website, article, or online store.*

- **Grid Size**: Desktop `1 × 2` (Small) or `2 × 2` (Medium), Mobile `2 × 1` (Compact)

**How to Add:**
1. **1. Select Link Block**

    Click the **Add Block** (`+`) button and choose **Link**.

2. **2. Paste Target URL**

    Enter your destination URL (`https://yourwebsite.com`). Ceynk automatically extracts the title, subtitle, favicon, and preview thumbnail.

3. **3. (Optional) Custom Thumbnail & Save**

    Upload a custom thumbnail graphic if desired, then click **Add Link**.

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## Folder Block

*Group multiple related links into an interactive expandable folder drawer card to keep your bio clean.*

- **Grid Size**: Desktop & Mobile `2 × 2` (Fixed Medium Box)

**How to Add (2-Step Wizard):**
1. **Step 1 — Folder Details**

    Enter a **Folder Title** (e.g., `Design Resources`), optional description, and cover thumbnail. Click **Next**.

2. **Step 2 — Add Links**

    Add destination links with custom titles and brand icons. Reorder with arrows, then click **Add Folder Block**.

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## Live Availability Badge

*Real-time status beacon and booking call-to-action for freelancers, consultants, designers, and agencies.*

- **Grid Size**: Desktop & Mobile `2 × 2` (Fixed Medium Box)

**How to Add (2-Step Wizard):**
1. **Step 1 — Choose Status Preset**

    Select **Available for Work** (🟢 Green), **Limited Spots** (🟡 Amber), **Booked Out** (🔴 Red), or choose a custom color and lab

2. **Step 2 — Details & Call-to-Action**

    Enter your headline (e.g. `Taking on 2 new projects`), link an action button to your booking calendar, and toggle live pulse animation. Click **Add Blockps>

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## Lead Capture & Mailing List

*Collect subscriber emails, full names, and phone numbers directly into your Ceynk Audience database.*

<Badge variant="accent">Pro Plan</Badge>

- **Grid Size**: Desktop & Mobile `2 × 4` (Large, min `1 × 2`)

**How to Add:1. **1. Select Lead Capture**

    Click **Add Block** → **Lead Capture / Mailing List

2. **2. Configure Form Fields**

    Enter a headline (e.g., `Join VIP Newsletter`), optionally toggle Name and Phone Number inputs, and click **Add Blockps>