{"id":9587,"date":"2023-03-14T04:32:51","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T04:32:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/?p=9587"},"modified":"2023-03-14T04:32:51","modified_gmt":"2023-03-14T04:32:51","slug":"revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Revamp your WordPress website with a custom slider in just a few easy steps!&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_49 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-6766bb51b57c6\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-6766bb51b57c6\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Perplexed_and_Bursting_WordPress_and_Sliders\" title=\"Perplexed and Bursting: WordPress and Sliders\">Perplexed and Bursting: WordPress and Sliders<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Types_of_Sliders\" title=\"Types of Sliders\">Types of Sliders<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Basic_Slider\" title=\"Basic Slider\">Basic Slider<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Carousel\" title=\"Carousel\">Carousel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Animated_Slider\" title=\"Animated Slider\">Animated Slider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Adding_a_Slider_to_WordPress\" title=\"Adding a Slider to WordPress\">Adding a Slider to WordPress<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#1_Use_the_WordPress_Gallery_Feature\" title=\"1. Use the WordPress Gallery Feature:\">1. Use the WordPress Gallery Feature:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#2_Use_Slider_Plugins\" title=\"2. Use Slider Plugins:\">2. Use Slider Plugins:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Soliloquy_Slider\" title=\"Soliloquy Slider\">Soliloquy Slider<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Smart_Slider_3\" title=\"Smart Slider 3\">Smart Slider 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#MetaSlider\" title=\"MetaSlider\">MetaSlider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#3_Using_Custom_HTML_and_CSS\" title=\"3. Using Custom HTML and CSS:\">3. Using Custom HTML and CSS:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/revamp-your-wordpress-website-with-a-custom-slider-in-just-a-few-easy-steps\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Perplexed_and_Bursting_WordPress_and_Sliders\"><\/span>Perplexed and Bursting: WordPress and Sliders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>WordPress is globally recognized as a reliable platform for developing websites. Its versatility and user-friendly design allow developers to create visually stunning and interactive websites that catch the attention of visitors. One such feature that has captivated web developers worldwide is sliders. Sliders are a graphical tool that showcases images and content in an appealing slideshow format, adding an interactive edge to your website. Organizations all over the world use sliders to exhibit their products, services, or portfolios.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Sliders\"><\/span>Types of Sliders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before discussing the process of adding a slider to WordPress, let&#8217;s explore the different types of sliders:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_Slider\"><\/span>Basic Slider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An ordinary slideshow featuring static images.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carousel\"><\/span>Carousel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Displays multiple content items at once, and users can navigate between them from left to right.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Animated_Slider\"><\/span>Animated Slider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Uses animations, such as zoom, fade, and slide, to create a more dynamic slideshow experience.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adding_a_Slider_to_WordPress\"><\/span>Adding a Slider to WordPress<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are several methods available for adding a slider to WordPress:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Use_the_WordPress_Gallery_Feature\"><\/span>1. Use the WordPress Gallery Feature:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>WordPress provides users with a Gallery feature that enables you to create an image carousel quickly. Here is how:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload your images on the Media Library<\/li>\n<li>Click on Create Gallery and add your preferred images<\/li>\n<li>On the right-hand side, select Link to Media File, and then click on Insert Gallery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your gallery will appear on the page. Customize your gallery by adding relevant descriptions, adjusting column widths, and adding captions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Use_Slider_Plugins\"><\/span>2. Use Slider Plugins:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are various slider plugins available on WordPress repositories. Here are some of the most popular:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Soliloquy_Slider\"><\/span>Soliloquy Slider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A powerful and user-friendly plugin, allowing you to create stunning sliders for your site in minutes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Install and activate the Soliloquy plugin<\/li>\n<li>Add slides by clicking on the &#8216;Add New&#8217; button on the Soliloquy Slider dashboard<\/li>\n<li>Customize your slider by choosing your preferred slider size, transition effects, text elements, and more<\/li>\n<li>Copy the shortcode or widget and paste it into the desired post or page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smart_Slider_3\"><\/span>Smart Slider 3<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A versatile plugin with an extensive list of features that allow you to create professional sliders without any coding skills.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Install Smart Slider 3 from the WordPress plugin dashboard<\/li>\n<li>Click on the &#8216;Add New Slide&#8217; button<\/li>\n<li>Add your images, text, and other relevant elements<\/li>\n<li>Customize your slider theme, navigation arrows, and pagination dots<\/li>\n<li>Copy the shortcode and paste it into the desired post or page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MetaSlider\"><\/span>MetaSlider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>An intuitive and easy-to-use slider plugin that allows you to create beautiful slideshows in a matter of clicks.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Install and activate MetaSlider from the WordPress plugin dashboard<\/li>\n<li>Click on &#8216;Add Slide&#8217; and add the desired images<\/li>\n<li>Choose your slider size and crop images if necessary<\/li>\n<li>Customize your slider by selecting your preferred transition effect and adjusting slider speed<\/li>\n<li>Copy the shortcode and paste it into the desired post or page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Using_Custom_HTML_and_CSS\"><\/span>3. Using Custom HTML and CSS:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The method of adding a slider using HTML and CSS involves a bit of coding knowledge. This method is suitable for developers who prefer full control over their site&#8217;s design and functionality.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Add HTML code inside the WordPress editor<\/li>\n<li>Style your slider using CSS styling<\/li>\n<li>Paste your newly created slider into your desired post or page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Slideshows are an excellent way to showcase your brand and products to your site visitors. Adding a slider to WordPress may seem like a daunting task, but with the above-outlined methods, it is simple. Choose your preferred method and create your website slider.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Perplexed and Bursting: WordPress and Sliders WordPress is globally recognized as a reliable platform for developing websites. 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