Switching from Tailwind CSS to Bootstrap in a Filament theme would require more extensive work, as Filament is primarily designed to work with Tailwind. However, it is possible to do so, though it may not be officially supported. Here are the general steps:
1. Remove Tailwind CSS and its dependencies:
- Uninstall Tailwind CSS, Tailwind Forms, Tailwind Typography, and any other Tailwind-related packages.
- Remove the Tailwind-related configuration files, such as `tailwind.config.js` and `postcss.config.js`.
- Remove any Tailwind-specific CSS imports or classes from your application.
2. Install Bootstrap:
- Install Bootstrap and its dependencies using npm or yarn:
npm install bootstrap @popperjs/core
- Import the Bootstrap CSS and JavaScript files in your application's entry point (e.g., `resources/js/app.js`):
javascript
import 'bootstrap/dist/css/bootstrap.css';
import 'bootstrap/dist/js/bootstrap.bundle.js';
3. Integrate Bootstrap with Filament:
- Create a new Filament theme by running the following command:
php artisan make:filament-theme bootstrap-theme
- In the generated `resources/css/filament/bootstrap-theme.css` file, import the Bootstrap CSS and add any necessary overrides or custom styles.
- Register the new theme in your application's service provider (e.g., `AppServiceProvider`):
php
use Filament\Facades\Filament;
public function boot()
{
Filament::registerViteTheme('resources/css/filament/bootstrap-theme.css');
}
4. Migrate Filament Components to Bootstrap:
- Review the Filament documentation and identify the components and UI elements that need to be migrated to Bootstrap.
- Replace the Tailwind-based Filament components with their Bootstrap equivalents, updating the HTML structure and CSS classes as necessary.
- Ensure that the functionality and appearance of the Filament admin panel match your desired design and behavior.
5. Test and Refine:
- Thoroughly test your application to ensure that the Bootstrap-based Filament theme is working as expected.
- Refine the styles and layouts as needed to achieve the desired look and feel.
- Be prepared to handle any compatibility issues that may arise during Filament updates, as the integration with Bootstrap is not officially supported.
Keep in mind that switching from Tailwind to Bootstrap in a Filament theme requires significant effort and may not be as seamless as using Tailwind, which is the recommended and supported CSS framework for Filament. Additionally, you may lose some of the benefits and features that Filament provides when using Tailwind, such as the pre-built components and utilities.
If possible, it's generally recommended to stick with Tailwind CSS for the best Filament integration and developer experience. However, if you have a strong preference for Bootstrap or specific requirements that make it necessary, the steps outlined above can guide you through the process of integrating Bootstrap with your Filament-based admin panel.
Citations:[1] https://filamentphp.com/community/easy-way-to-create-a-filament-theme-in-minutes
[2] https://docs.laravel-filament.cn/docs/2.x/admin/appearance/
[3] https://tailwindcss.com/docs/upgrade-guide
[4] https://github.com/yepsua/filament-themes
[5] https://www.material-tailwind.com/docs/html/switch