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1 === Smart Post – Post Grid, Post Carousel, Post Slider Gutenberg Blocks for Blog & News ===
2 Contributors: shapedplugin, rubel_miah, shamimmiashuhagh, khalilu
3 Tags: post grid, post carousel, list category posts, gutenberg blocks, page builder
4 Requires at least: 5.9
5 Tested up to: 7.1
6 WC requires at least: 5.0
7 WC tested up to: 11.0.1
8 Stable tag: 4.0.7
9 License: GPLv2 or later
10 License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
11
12 Display posts in Grid, Carousel, Slider, Timeline, List & Live Filter layouts with Gutenberg Blocks & Ready Patterns - Elementor, Divi, & Shortcodes.
13
14 == Description ==
15
16 🚀 Explore [**60+ Advanced Post & Page Builder Blocks (Free & Pro)**](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/)
17 📚 Start with [**250+ Ready Patterns Library**](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/)
18 🌐 Visit the Official Website [**Smart Post**](https://wpsmartpost.com/)
19 ❤️ 153+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews & 4.9/5 Happiness Rating on [**Trustpilot**](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/shapedplugin.com)
20
21 [**Smart Post**](https://wpsmartpost.com/) is a next-generation Post Grid and Gutenberg Page Builder Blocks plugin designed to help you build stunning blogs, magazines, news portals, and content-driven websites with ease. Whether you're creating a new site or upgrading an existing one, Smart Post lets you transform your content into modern, engaging layouts in minutes—no coding required.
22
23 Build and manage professional websites effortlessly while boosting user engagement with visually appealing post displays and flexible customization options.
24
25 [__Ready Patterns__](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/) | [__Blocks__](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/) | [__Documentation__](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/) | [__Support__](https://shapedplugin.com/create-new-ticket/) | [__Upgrade to Pro!__](https://wpsmartpost.com/pricing/)
26
27 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnveuaiPBdc
28
29 ***Our Mission Behind Smart Post***
30
31 *Our mission is to empower **Bloggers**, **Writers**, **Creators**, **Agencies**, **Marketers**, and **Professionals** with an all-in-one solution for building modern, content-driven websites with ease. Whether starting fresh or enhancing an existing site, blog, newsroom, news updates, or articles section, **Smart Post** helps transform your content into engaging layouts—without coding.*
32
33 *By combining powerful features into a single plugin, we simplify website creation and reduce complexity. Smart Post is designed to be beginner-friendly while offering the flexibility and control experienced users need.*
34
35 = 🎯 Perfect for Any Content-Driven Website =
36
37 With Smart Post, you can build almost any type of website with ease—especially content-driven sites. It features a rich library of ready-to-use, niche-based patterns to help you create stunning layouts effortlessly. It’s the perfect choice for:
38
39
40 Blogs & Personal Websites
41
42 News & Magazine Sites
43
44 Portfolio Websites
45
46 Business & Niche Websites
47
48 Sports News Websites
49
50 Tech News Websites
51
52 Gaming News Websites
53
54 Travel Blogs
55
56 Fashion Blogs
57
58 Food & Recipe Blogs
59
60 Lifestyle Blogs
61
62 And much more
63
64 = 📈 Enhance Your Site with Beautiful Patterns =
65
66 Transform your website with stunning, ready-made sections designed to grab attention and boost conversions. Everything is at your fingertips to create a professional, high-performing site with minimal customizations. No design complexity, just plug, play, and impress.
67
68 * [Post Carousel Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#post-carousel)
69 * [Post Slider Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#post-slider)
70 * [Thumbnail Slider Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#thumbnail-slider)
71 * [News Ticker Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#news-ticker)
72 * [Post Grid Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#post-grid-one)
73 * [Post List Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#post-list-one)
74 * [Post Timeline Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#post-timeline-one)
75 * [Section Heading Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#section-heading)
76 * [Smart Frontend Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#smart-frontend-filter)
77 * [Social Profiles Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#social-profiles)
78 * [Buttons Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#buttons)
79 * [Pagination Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#pagination)
80 * [Smart Image Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#smart-image)
81 * [Smart Info Box Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#smart-info-box)
82 * [Smart List Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#smart-list)
83 * [Table of Contents Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#table-of-content)
84 * [Taxonomy Patterns](https://wpsmartpost.com/patterns/#taxonomy)
85
86
87 = ⚡ Power Up Your Site with Handy Modules =
88
89 Unlock powerful features that enhance both functionality and user experience—without added complexity. From back-to-top navigation and saved templates to post badges, image galleries, and featured videos, these smart modules help you build faster, engage visitors longer, and create a more dynamic website with ease.
90
91 Available Modules Include:
92
93 * [Smart Design Library](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/smart-design-library/)
94 * [Saved Templates](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/saved-templates/)
95 * [Back to Top](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/back-to-top/)
96 * [Taxonomy Image & Color](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/taxonomy-image-color/) (Pro)
97 * [Post Badges](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/post-badges/) (Pro)
98 * [Post Image Gallery](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/post-image-gallery/) (Pro)
99 * [Post Featured Video](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/post-featured-video/) (Pro)
100
101 *Upcoming Modules:*
102
103 * Website Builder
104 * Starter Sites
105 * Reading & Scroll Progress
106 * Frontend Post Submission (Pro)
107 * Dynamic Data & Fields
108
109 = Modern Post Grid Blocks =
110
111 Create responsive grid layouts that showcase your content beautifully across all devices. Capture attention instantly with clean, well-organized designs that are easy to scan and boost engagement. Turn your blog into a visual powerhouse—effortlessly.
112
113 Available Post Grid Blocks:
114
115 * [Post Grid Block 01](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3497)
116 * [Post Grid Block 02](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3504)
117 * [Post Grid Block 03](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3505)
118 * [Post Grid Block 04 (Pro)](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3506)
119 * [Post Grid Block 05](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3507)
120 * [Post Grid Block 06](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3508)
121
122 = Post Slider Blocks =
123
124 Showcase your top stories with smooth, eye-catching sliders that instantly grab attention. Highlight featured content without clutter and boost clicks with bold visuals and seamless transitions. Available Post Slider Blocks:
125
126 * [Post Slider Block 01](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3490)
127 * [Post Slider Block 02 (Pro)](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3493)
128
129 = Post Carousel Blocks =
130
131 Display more content in less space with smooth, interactive carousels. Keep visitors engaged with swipeable, touch-friendly layouts perfect for featured posts and curated content. Available Post Carousel Blocks:
132
133 * [Post Carousel Block 01](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3514)
134 * [Post Carousel Block 02](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3516)
135
136 = News Ticker Block =
137
138 Display real-time, scrolling headlines that instantly grab attention. Perfect for breaking news, updates, and trending stories in a sleek, space-saving format that keeps readers engaged. Available News Ticker Blocks:
139
140 * [News Ticker](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3568)
141
142 = Post Thumbnail Slider Blocks =
143
144 Showcase posts with bold, image-first sliders that draw instant attention. Perfect for highlighting featured content with visually rich, engaging previews. Available Post Thumbnail Slider Blocks:
145
146 * [Post Thumbnail Slider Block 01](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3570)
147 * [Post Thumbnail Slider Block 02 *(Pro)*](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3572)
148
149 = Post List Blocks =
150
151 Present content in clean, fast-loading lists that are easy to scan. Ideal for high-volume sites that value clarity, speed, and readability. Available Post List Blocks:
152
153 * [Post List Block 01](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3509)
154 * [Post List Block 02 *(Pro)*](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3511)
155 * [Post List Block 03](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3520)
156
157 = Post Timeline Blocks =
158
159 Display content in elegant, chronological timelines. Perfect for storytelling, news updates, or showcasing events with clarity and flow. Available Post Timeline Blocks:
160
161 * [Post Timeline Block 01](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3522)
162 * [Post Timeline Block 02](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3524)
163 * [Post Timeline Block 03](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3526)
164
165 = 19+ Archive Builder Blocks to Build Dynamic Pages =
166
167 * [**Archive and Single Page Builder**](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/dynamic-site-builders/)
168
169 Go beyond basic layouts with 19+ Additional Archive and Single Page Builder blocks. Smart Post introduces a powerful dynamic site builder for Gutenberg, complete with dedicated templates for all essential pages—giving you full control over your site design. Easily build and customize:
170
171 * Home Page
172 * Single Blog Posts
173 * Archive Pages
174 * Category Pages
175 * Tag Pages
176 * Author Pages
177 * Search Pages
178 * Date Pages
179
180 = Gutenberg Header & Footer Builder (upcoming) =
181 Take full control of your website’s header and footer with an intuitive visual builder. Start with ready-made templates or create your own from scratch—customize layouts, styles, and elements to match your brand perfectly, without writing a single line of code.
182
183 = Gutenberg Mega Menu Builder (upcoming) =
184 Upgrade your site navigation with a flexible mega menu builder. Add links, images, and dynamic content to create visually rich, intuitive menus that elevate user experience and engagement.
185
186 = 14+ Smart Page Builder Blocks =
187
188 * [**Smart Page Builder Blocks**](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#smart-page-builder-blocks)
189
190 Build clean, functional layouts with Smart Page Builder Blocks. From headings and containers to search, taxonomy, and interactive elements—everything you need to create modern pages inside Gutenberg.
191
192 Available Page Builder Blocks include:
193
194 * [Section Heading](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3586)
195 * Container
196 * [Smart Button](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3588)
197 * [Taxonomy](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3604)
198 * [Social Profiles](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3528)
199 * [Table of Contents](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3602)
200 * [Smart Image](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3584)
201 * [Smart Search](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3596)
202 * [Smart Info Box](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3590)
203 * [Smart List](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3592)
204
205 *Upcoming Page Builder Blocks:*
206
207 * Subscribe to Newsletter
208 * Social Feeds
209 * Smart Menu
210 * Google Map
211
212 = Enjoy Full Control Over Which Posts to Display =
213
214 * [**Advanced Post Query Builder**](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/post-carousel-slider-blocks/post-carousel-01/#query-builder)
215
216 Take full control of your content with an advanced post query builder designed for flexibility and precision. Showcase desired content using powerful, quick filters, flexible queries, and custom display conditions to display exactly what you intend to show.
217
218 * Display posts by category
219 * Display posts by tags
220 * Display posts by category and tags
221 * Display specific posts or pages
222 * Display custom post types
223 * Filter posts by author
224 * Filter posts by date
225 * Filter posts by keyword
226 * Filter posts by custom field
227 * Show popular posts
228 * Show related posts
229 * Show recent posts
230 * Show random posts
231 * Show oldest posts
232 * Show most liked posts
233 * Show most viewed posts
234 * Show the most commented posts
235 * Order posts by ASC & DSC
236 * Reorder posts easily
237 * Include specific posts
238 * Exclude specific posts
239 * Exclude posts by term and author
240 * Exclude sticky posts
241 * Exclude current posts
242 * Exclude children's posts
243 * Exclude posts without an image
244
245 = Help Users Instantly Find What They're Looking for =
246
247 * [**AJAX Frontend Live Filter**](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3647)
248 * [**AJAX Search**](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3596)
249 * [**AJAX Pagination**](https://wpsmartpost.com/blocks/#demoId3649)
250
251 With Smart Post’s Ajax-powered search, filters, and pagination, users can quickly find and browse content without reloading the whole page. You have all the essential smart frontend post-filtering options, including:
252
253 * Filter by Category
254 * Filter by Tags
255 * Filter by Author
256 * Filter by Date
257 * Filter by Post Order (Asc & Dsc)
258 * Sort By Filter
259 * Keyword Search Filter
260 * Custom Taxonomy Filter
261 * Clear or Reset Filter
262
263 = Create Reusable Templates for Any Page Builder 🔥 =
264
265 * [**Saved Templates**](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/saved-templates/)
266
267 Build custom templates once, then reuse them anywhere on your site in any page builders– as many times as you want. It works seamlessly with **Elementor, Divi, WP Bakery, Gutenberg,** and all major page builders, saving hours of repetitive work while maintaining perfect consistency.
268
269 = Build Faster, Design Visually Without Limits =
270
271 Create ultra-fast, high-performing websites with Smart Post’s powerful Gutenberg blocks, built for speed and results. Design stunning layouts that load instantly and keep visitors engaged. Customize everything visually—from colors to styles—with complete flexibility and zero coding.
272
273 = 🎨 Save Time with Global Design System =
274
275 * [**Global Style Settings**](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/global-style-settings/)
276
277 Set your styles once and watch them apply instantly across your entire site with powerful global settings. Maintain a consistent, professional look without manually tweaking every single block. Spend less time on repetitive design tasks and more time creating great content. One change, site-wide impact– simplicity at its finest.
278
279 = 📖 Improve Readability and Keep Readers Engaged Longer =
280
281 * [**Advanced Typography**](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/advanced-typography/)
282
283
284 Use clean, well-structured typography to make your content easier and more comfortable to read. Customize fonts, sizes, and styles to match your brand, improve clarity, and keep visitors engaged with your content for longer.
285
286 = Starter Sites and Website Builder (upcoming) =
287
288 Smart Post Starter Sites provide ready-to-import website templates to help you get started faster. Browse the collection, choose a design that fits your needs, customize it easily, and go live in no time—perfect for building your own site or delivering client projects efficiently.
289
290 = ❇️ AI-Powered Content Generation (upcoming) =
291
292 Integrated ChatGPT and Gemini support inside Gutenberg to generate post content, descriptions, and ideas, making content creation faster and more efficient.
293
294 = 🧩 Fully Compatible with Page Builders & Themes =
295
296 No compatibility worries\! Smart Post works flawlessly with your existing setup. It seamlessly integrates with:
297
298 * **Gutenberg Block Editor**
299 * **Popular Page Builders**: Elementor, Divi, WPBakery, Beaver Builder, and more
300 * **Top WordPress Themes**: Avada, X Theme, BeTheme, Astra, OceanWP, and others
301 * **Multilingual Plugins**: WPML, Polylang, Loco Translate, qTranslate, etc. You can [**translate**](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/post-carousel/) Smart Post on translate.wordpress.org.
302 * **Popular Plugins**: ACF, The Events Calendar, Events Manager, Membership plugins, and more
303 * **WooCommerce** and other essential tools
304
305 = 📊 Boost Your Website SEO with Smart Post =
306 Easily connect with popular SEO plugins and display custom meta descriptions in place of default excerpts to improve your content’s search performance. SEO plugins include:
307
308 * Yoast
309 * Rank Math
310 * All-in-One SEO
311 * Squirrly
312 * SEOPress
313
314 = 👨🏻‍💻 Author =
315
316 **Smart Post** is developed by [**ShapedPlugin LLC**](https://shapedplugin.com/), a team with over a decade of experience in building WordPress plugins, focused on quality, performance, and ongoing improvements.
317
318 = 🛟 Documentation & Support =
319
320 Although Smart Post is beginner-friendly with a minimal learning curve, it is well-documented. It provides dedicated support whenever you need.
321
322 👉 Read well-organized Smart Post [Documentation](https://wpsmartpost.com/docs/)
323
324 👉 Watch Smart Post [YouTube Playlist](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnveuaiPBdc&list=PLoUb-7uG-5jMKaIryd6B0d41Lafvx4UF5)
325
326 👉 Join the plugin’s [Forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/post-carousel/) or [Contact Us](https://shapedplugin.com/contact-us/) for support.
327
328 👉 Join the [ShapedPlugin Community](https://community.shapedplugin.com/portal/) for tips from users and experts
329
330 👉 Learn more about the Smart Post at [https://wpsmartpost.com/](https://wpsmartpost.com/)
331
332 = 🔥 Explore More Solutions from ShapedPlugin =
333
334 Discover our powerful WordPress and WooCommerce plugins designed to save time, boost performance, and enhance your website experience:
335
336 [**Real Testimonials**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/testimonial-free/) – Showcase authentic customer reviews with stylish layouts to build trust, boost credibility, and increase conversions effortlessly on your website.
337
338 [**WP Carousel**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-carousel-free/) – Create responsive carousels for posts, images, and content with smooth navigation to engage visitors and beautifully highlight your key content.
339
340 [**Smart Tabs**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-expand-tabs-free/) – Organize content into clean, responsive tabs to improve user experience, reduce clutter, and present information in a structured, engaging way.
341
342 [**Location Weather**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/location-weather/) – Display real-time weather updates for any location with customizable layouts, enhancing user engagement and adding dynamic, useful content to your site.
343
344 [**Easy Accordion**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/easy-accordion-free/) – Add responsive, SEO-friendly accordion sections to organize content efficiently, improve readability, and create a clean, interactive browsing experience.
345
346 [**Smart Team**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/team-free/) – Showcase your team members with stylish, customizable layouts to build trust, highlight expertise, and present your organization professionally.
347
348 [**Logo Carousel**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/logo-carousel-free/) – Display client, partner, or brand logos in responsive carousels to build credibility, strengthen brand identity, and showcase partnerships effectively.
349
350 [**Reno Product Gallery**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/gallery-slider-for-woocommerce/) – Create beautiful, responsive product galleries for WooCommerce to showcase images attractively, improve user experience, and increase product engagement.
351
352 [**Smart Swatches**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/smart-swatches/) – Replace default WooCommerce variation dropdowns with color, image, and label swatches to improve product selection and enhance the shopping experience.
353
354 [**Product Slider (Smart Store)**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/woo-product-slider/) – Build modern, conversion-focused WooCommerce store layouts with advanced features to improve product visibility, user experience, and sales performance.
355
356 [**Reno Product Category**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/woo-category-slider-grid/) – Display WooCommerce product categories in stylish grids or sliders to improve navigation, highlight collections, and enhance store browsing experience.
357
358 == Installation ==
359
360 = MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS =
361
362 * PHP 5.6 or later
363 * MySQL 5.6 or later
364 * WordPress 5.9 or later
365
366 **This section describes how to install the plugin and get it working**
367
368 = AUTOMATIC INSTALLATION (EASIEST WAY) =
369
370 To do an automatic install of Smart Post, log in to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to the Plugins menu, and click Add New.
371 In the search field, type "Smart Post". Once you have found it, you can install it by simply clicking "Install Now" and then "Activate".
372
373 = MANUAL INSTALLATION =
374
375 **Uploading in WordPress Dashboard**
376
377 * Download post-carousel.zip
378 * Navigate to the ‘Add New’ in the plugins dashboard
379 * Navigate to the ‘Upload’ area
380 * Select post-carousel.zip from your computer
381 * Click ‘Install Now’
382 * Activate the plugin in the Plugin dashboard
383
384 **Using FTP**
385
386 * Download post-carousel.zip
387 * Extract the post-carousel directory to your computer
388 * Upload the post-carousel directory to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory
389 * Activate the plugin in the Plugin dashboard
390
391 You will now see the Smart Post menu in your WordPress admin panel.
392
393 The WordPress codex contains <a href="https://codex.wordpress.org/Managing_Plugins#Manual_Plugin_Installation">instructions</a> on how to install a WordPress plugin.
394
395
396
397 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
398
399 =Is Smart Post free?=
400 Yes! Smart Post is free to use.
401
402 =How can I show Post Carousel or Post Grid?=
403 After activating the plugin, you will see “Smart Post Show” in the WordPress admin dashboard.
404
405 **Three Steps to Create Your Post Carousel or Grid**
406 * Step 1: Select a carousel or grid layout to display your posts. Customize the layout with various settings.
407 * Step 2: Filter posts by type (posts, pages), ID, taxonomy (categories, tags, post formats), author, keyword, status, and sort order (ID, title, date, modified date).
408 * Step 3: Paste the generated shortcode where you want to display your post carousel or grid.
409
410
411 =I’d like access to more features. How can I get them?=
412 Additional features are available in the [Pro version](https://wpsmartpost.com/) of the plugin.
413
414 =What if I upgrade to the premium version?=
415 Your existing Post Carousels or Grids content will work with [premium version](https://wpsmartpost.com/). You won't lose your existing content.
416
417 =Do I need coding skills to use Smart Post?=
418 No coding skills are required. You can create post carousels and grids without writing shortcode attributes.
419
420 =Is Smart Post responsive?=
421 Yes, Smart Post is responsive and works on mobile and touch devices.
422
423 =Can I show Post Carousel or Grid anywhere on my website?=
424 Yes, you can add Post Carousel or Grid inside blog posts, pages, widgets, and elsewhere on your WordPress site using a shortcode or PHP function.
425
426 =How to show Post Carousel or Grid on my homepage, header.php, or PHP files?=
427 &#60;?php echo do_shortcode('[smart_post_show id="x..."]'); ?&#62;
428
429 =Can I have multiple Post Carousels or Grids with separate settings?=
430 Yes, you can create unlimited Post Carousels or Grids with separate settings on pages, posts, templates, widgets, or elsewhere.
431
432 =Will Smart Post work with my theme?=
433 Smart Post works with any WordPress theme that follows WordPress standards.
434
435 =Where can I report bugs?=
436 If you find a bug, please report it in our [support](https://shapedplugin.com/create-new-ticket/). You will be replied once the issue is resolved.
437
438 =Is Smart Post Multilingual Ready?=
439 Yes, Smart Post is translation-ready and compatible with WPML, Polylang, Loco Translate, qTranslate-x, GTranslate, Google Language Translator, WPGlobus, and others.
440
441 =Is Smart Post ready with multisite?
442 Yes, Smart Post works with WordPress multisite networks.
443
444
445 == Screenshots ==
446
447 1. Post Carousel 01
448 2. Post Carousel 02
449 3. Post Slider 01
450 4. Thumbnails Slider 01
451 5. News Ticker
452 6. Post Grid 01 with Frontend Live Filter
453 7. Post Grid 02
454 8. Post Grid 03 with Ajax Number Pagination
455 9. Post Grid 05
456 10. Post Grid 06
457 11. Post List 01
458 12. Post List 03
459 13. Post Timeline 01
460 14. Post Timeline 02
461 15. Post Timeline 03
462 16. Section Heading
463 17. Container
464 18. Smart Button
465 19. Taxonomy
466 20. Social Profiles
467 21. Table Of Contents
468 22. Smart Image
469 23. Smart Info Box
470 24. Smart List
471 25. Global Style Settings
472 26. Dashboard Panel
473 27. Block Control Panel
474 28. Manage Modules Panel
475 29. Classic Shortcode Demo
476 30. Filter Content
477 31. Display Options
478 32. Carousel Controls
479 33. Detail Page Settings
480 34. Typography
481
482
483
484 == Changelog ==
485
486 = 4.0.7 - Aug 20, 2026 =
487 * Fix: The Offloading images issue.
488 * Tested: WordPress 7.1 compatibility.
489 * Tested: Compatible with WooCommerce 11.0.1
490
491 = 4.0.6 - Jul 27, 2026 =
492 * New: "Start with Smart Post Blocks" button on the Manage View screen — opens the block editor so you can start building Post layouts visually with Smart Posts blocks.
493 * Improved: The plugin quick start page's call to action enhanced.
494 * Improved: Replaced unserialize() with WordPress plugins_api() for the recommended plugin section.
495 * Improved: The plugin menus are reorganized.
496 * Fix: The Saved Template Divi Addon compatibility issue with Divi 5.
497 * Fix: The Post Carousel 01 and Post Carousel 02 category was not showing at Smart Design Library.
498 * Removed: The modal to set editor preference to create post showcase.
499 * Tested: WooCommerce 10.9.4 compatibility.
500
501 = 4.0.5 - Jun 19, 2026 =
502 * Fix: The warning found in the Widget Editor for the non-block theme.
503
504 = 4.0.4 - Jun 10, 2026 =
505 * Fix: The post title length issue of post slider block.
506 * Fix: The switch back to classic link issue in popup.
507
508 = 4.0.3 - Jun 09, 2026 =
509 * New: The Default Editor option in the plugin settings tab to set editor preference to create post showcase.
510 * New: The Shortcode area added to the Saved Templates' right sidebar to copy shortcode easily.
511 * Improved: WordPress minimum version requirement updated from 5.0 to 5.9 for better Gutenberg block compatibility.
512 * Improved: Classic shortcodes added to the Saved Template list table.
513 * Improved: The Plugin Dashboard Panel has been enhanced.
514 * Improved: The Ready Patterns Library style.
515 * Improved: The Tools (Export/Import) panel moved to Settings page.
516 * Tested: Compatible with WooCommerce 10.8.1.
517
518 = 4.0.2 - May 20, 2026 =
519 * Fix: Info Box block loading issue.
520
521 = 4.0.1 - May 11, 2026 =
522 * Fix: The Fontawesome icon CSS conflict issue.
523 * Fix: The common CSS selector issue.
524
525 = 4.0.0 - Apr 24, 2026 =
526 * New: Smart Frontend Filter block.
527 * New: Post Carousel 01 block.
528 * New: Post Carousel 02 block.
529 * New: Post Slider 01 block.
530 * New: Thumbnails Slider 01 block.
531 * New: News Ticker block.
532 * New: Post Grid 01 block.
533 * New: Post Grid 02 block.
534 * New: Post Grid 03 block.
535 * New: Post Grid 05 block.
536 * New: Post Grid 06 block.
537 * New: Post List 01 block.
538 * New: Post List 02 block.
539 * New: Post List 03 block.
540 * New: Post Timeline 01 block.
541 * New: Post Timeline 02 block.
542 * New: Post Timeline 03 block.
543 * New: Container block.
544 * New: Smart Button block.
545 * New: Social Profiles block.
546 * New: Taxonomy block.
547 * New: Table of Contents block.
548 * New: Smart Image block.
549 * New: Smart Info Box block.
550 * New: Smart List block.
551 * New: Heading block.
552 * New: Smart Pagination (child block).
553 * New: Taxonomy Filter (child block).
554 * New: Smart List Item (child block).
555 * New: Elementor integration for Smart Post Saved Templates.
556 * New: Divi integration for Smart Post Saved Templates.
557 * New: WPBakery integration for Smart Post Saved Templates.
558 * New: Oxygen integration for Smart Post Saved Templates.
559 * New: Beaver Builder integration for Smart Post Saved Templates.
560 * New: Bricks integration for Smart Post Saved Templates.
561 * Improved: Rebuilt with a focus on Gutenberg blocks.
562 * Improved: Renamed plugin from Smart Post Show to Smart Post.
563 * Updated: Rearranged plugin submenus for better usability.
564 * Updated: Language (.pot) file.
565 * Tested: Compatible with WordPress 7.0.
566 * Tested: Compatible with WooCommerce 10.7.0.
567
568 = 3.0.13 - Mar 25, 2026 =
569 * Improved: The plugin security has improved.
570 * Tested: WordPress 6.9.4 compatibility.
571 * Tested: WooCommerce 10.6.1 compatibility.
572
573 = 3.0.12 - Dec 29, 2025 =
574 * Improved: Standardized singleton instance property naming.
575 * Improved: Code readability and maintainability improved.
576
577 = 3.0.11 - Nov 25, 2025 =
578 * Tested: WordPress 6.9 compatibility.
579 * Tested: WooCommerce 10.3.5 compatibility.
580
581 = 3.0.10 - Aug 25, 2025 =
582 * Fix: Elementor editor preloader issue.
583
584 = 3.0.9 - Aug 25, 2025 =
585 * Improved: Enhanced plugin security and data validation.
586 * Improved: Custom CSS and JS option.
587
588 = 3.0.8 - Aug 21, 2025 =
589 * New: The Content orientation: Left and Right options.
590 * New: The Carousel Navigation: Top-Left position.
591 * New: The Carouse Pagination: Dynamic option.
592 * Improved: Some plugin options are enhanced to make them more user-friendly.
593 * Tested: WooCommerce 10.1.1 compatibility.
594
595 = 3.0.7 - Jul 11, 2025 =
596 * Improved: The plugin setting page tab icons.
597 * Fix: The plugin page style issue was found during testing with the WordPress Playground.
598 * Updated: The language (.pot) file.
599 * Tested: WordPress 6.8.1 compatibility.
600
601 = 3.0.6 - Apr 14, 2025 =
602 * Improved: The plugin options styles for RTL language websites.
603 * Fix: A few WPCS-related warnings.
604 * Fix: The help page recommended plugins logo URL not found issue.
605 * Tested: WordPress 6.8 compatibility.
606 * Tested: WooCommerce 9.8.1 compatibility.
607
608 = 3.0.5 - Jan 23, 2025 =
609 * Improved: The shortcode select option style of the gutenberg block.
610 * Fix: The warning when placing the translation file in the wp-content/language folder.
611 * Fix: The warning was found when the pro version was downgraded to the free version.
612 * Update: The language (.pot) file.
613 * Tested: WordPress 6.7.1 compatibility.
614 * Tested: WooCommerce 9.6.0 compatibility.
615
616 = 3.0.4 - Nov 21, 2024 =
617 * Fix: The plugin style issue for RTL sites.
618 * Tested: WooCommerce 9.4.2 compatibility.
619
620 = 3.0.3 - Nov 10, 2024 =
621 * Updated: The language (.pot) file.
622 * Tested: WordPress 6.7 compatibility.
623
624 = 3.0.2 - Oct 15, 2024 =
625 * Fix: The PHP 7.2 compatibility issue.
626 * Tested: WordPress 6.6.2 compatibility.
627 * Tested: WooCommerce 9.3.3 compatibility.
628
629 = 3.0.1 - Sep 04, 2024 =
630 * Improved: The plugin security has been improved.
631 * Fix: Some string translation issue.
632 * Updated: The language (.pot) file.
633 * Tested: WordPress 6.6.1 compatibility.
634 * Tested: WooCommerce 9.2.3 compatibility.
635
636 = 3.0.0 - Jul 11, 2024 =
637 * New: The Slider Layout feature.
638 * New: The List Layout feature.
639 * New: The Vertical Gap between items option.
640 * New: Image Border and Border-Radius option
641 * New: The Border option of the Read More button.
642 * New: The Border option for grid or list pagination.
643 * New: Border option for slider or carousel navigation.
644 * New: Border-Radius option for slider or carousel navigation.
645 * Improved: Plugin UI and UX improved.
646 * Improved: The backed options have been enhanced.
647 * Improved: The options of Display Settings were reorganized by the Nested Tab.
648 * Improved: The options of Carousel Settings were reorganized by the Nested Tab.
649 * Improved: The Hide on Mobile option is separated for carousel navigation and pagination options.
650 * Updated: The language(.pot) file.
651 * Fix: The 'SPS_Help' class conflicts with other plugins
652 * Tested: WordPress 6.5.5 compatibility.
653 * Tested: WooCommerce 9.1.0 compatibility.
654
655 = 2.4.29 - Jun 06, 2024 =
656 * Tested: WooCommerce 8.9.2 compatibility.
657
658 = 2.4.28 - Apr 08, 2024 =
659 * Improved: The plugin security has improved.
660
661 = 2.4.27 - Apr 04, 2024 =
662 * Fix: The warning was found when the plugin was activated via the WP-CLI command.
663 * Tested: WordPress 6.5 compatibility.
664
665 = 2.4.26 - Mar 19, 2024 =
666 * Improved: The Help Page has been redesigned to make it more user-friendly.
667 * Fix: The warning was found when activating the plugin via WP CLI.
668 * Tested: WooCommerce 8.6.1 compatibility.
669 * Tested: WordPress 6.4.3 compatibility.
670
671 = 2.4.25 - Nov 09, 2023 =
672 * Fix: Few PHPCS warnings with PHP8.2.
673 * Tested: WordPress 6.4.1 compatibility.
674 * Tested: WooCommerce 8.2.2 compatibility.
675
676 = 2.4.24 - Aug 22, 2023 =
677 * Fix: The plugin ui interaction conflict along with the EasyTimeTable plugin.
678 * Tested: WordPress 6.3 compatibility.
679
680 = 2.4.23 - Jul 06, 2023 =
681 * Updated: Minimum required WordPress version for the plugin.
682 * Fix: The issue related to the "nofollow" attribute.
683 * Fix: The issue of not showing carousels with Elementor Pro plugin.
684 * Tested: WordPress 6.2.2 compatibility.
685
686 = 2.4.22 - May 24, 2023 =
687 * Fix: The tab and key navigation option of the carousel does not work.
688
689 = 2.4.21 - Apr 19, 2023 =
690 * Fix: Uncaught TypeError – cannot access offset of type string on string.
691 * Tested: WordPress 6.2 compatibility.
692
693 = 2.4.20 - Mar 14, 2023 =
694 * Improved: The Gutenberg Block NPM packages are updated.
695 * Fix: The conflict of the plugin Swiper with other plugins like Elementor Swiper.
696 * Fix: The Elementor block icon gets modified by another plugin's icon.
697
698 = 2.4.19 - Jan 05, 2023 =
699 * Fix: The carousel style issue along with WP Carousel Free.
700 * Improved: Plugin security improved.
701 * Improved: Swiper JS version updated to 8.4.3
702 * Tested: WooCommerce 7.2.2 compatibility.
703
704 = 2.4.18 - Dec 07, 2022 =
705 * Improved: Load dynamic style according to the shortcode on the page.
706
707 = 2.4.17 - Oct 07, 2022 =
708 * New: The Free mode of the Carousel layout.
709
710 = 2.4.16 - Aug 26, 2022 =
711 * Fix: Few deprecated JS warnings on the plugin tools page.
712
713 = 2.4.15 - Jul 20, 2022 =
714 * Fix: The icons of meta fields do not show after upgrading to Pro.
715
716 = 2.4.14 - Jun 15, 2022 =
717 * Fix: The premium page warnings.
718 * Fix: CLS issue of carousel layout.
719
720 = 2.4.13 - May 18, 2022 =
721 * Tested: WordPress 6.0 compatibility.
722 * Fix: Deprecated warning of the Gutenberg Block.
723 * Fix: Few deprecated JS warnings.
724
725 = 2.4.12 - Apr 30, 2022 =
726 * Fix: Deprecate the warning of the Elementor Block.
727 * Fix: Invalid image URL-related warning.
728 * Fix: The sub-tag is not allowed in the post title.
729 * Fix: WPCS errors and warnings.
730 * Improved: The export functionality has been improved.
731 * Removed: Unused codes from the plugin.
732
733 = 2.4.11 - Apr 18, 2022 =
734 * New: Add SVG preloading icon as a preloader image.
735 * Removed: Removed the TinyMCE button.
736 * Optimized: Removed unused images in the plugin and optimized existing images and SVGs.
737
738 = 2.4.10 - Mar 05, 2022 =
739 * Fix: Filtering pages by title doesn't work.
740
741 = 2.4.9 - Feb 23, 2022 =
742 * New: Recent WooCommerce products option added.
743 * Improved: Plugins installed page.
744
745 = 2.4.8 - Feb 09, 2022 =
746 * New: Elementor Addons added.
747 * Improved: Navigation and Pagination default color improved with an accessible color.
748 * Improved: Shortcode Generator settings tabs improved with accessible color.
749 * Fix: Pagination issue for multiple grid shortcodes used in a page.
750 * Fix: A warning related to the Gutenberg block.
751 * Fix: Minor tweaking.
752
753 = 2.4.7 - Feb 02, 2022 =
754 * Fix: Language .pot file issue.
755
756 = 2.4.6 - Jan 27, 2022 =
757 * Tested: WordPress 5.9 compatibility.
758
759 = 2.4.5 - Jan 05, 2021 =
760 * Fix: Compatibility issue for Gutenberg block with WP v4.9.18 or less.
761
762 = 2.4.4 - Dec 28, 2021 =
763 * New: Gutenberg Block to insert the shows.
764
765 = 2.4.3 - Dec 13, 2021 =
766 * Improved: Redesign Filter Content tab (Post Types).
767
768 = 2.4.2 - Nov 06, 2021 =
769 * Improved: Settings page "Save Changes" and "Reset Tab" button.
770 * Removed: "Reset All" button.
771
772 = 2.4.1 - Oct 19, 2021 =
773 * Fix: The carousel tab properties have been hidden when moving to other layouts.
774 * Fix: Data clean-up on deletion doesn't work.
775 * Improved: Shortcode settings panel text.
776
777 = 2.4.0 - Sep 27, 2021 =
778 * New: Import and Export (Tools) option added.
779
780 = 2.3.6 - Aug 30, 2021 =
781 * New: Filter hook for hiding posts without thumbnails.
782 * Fix: Border radius issue.
783
784 = 2.3.5 - Aug 11, 2021 =
785 * Removed: Unused code.
786 * Improved: Backend preview security.
787
788 = 2.3.4 - Aug 04, 2021 =
789 * Improved: Plugin security.
790
791 = 2.3.3 - Jul 30, 2021 =
792 * Improved: Nonce verification for Ajax requests has been improved.
793 * Fix: Plugin security issues have been fixed.
794 * Fix: Disabling the Nofollow attribute on the Title and Readmore fixed.
795
796 = 2.3.2 - Jul 14, 2021 =
797 * Fix: PHP old version compatibility issue.
798 * Tested: WordPress 5.8 compatibility.
799
800 = 2.3.1 - Jul 10, 2021 =
801 * Improved: Backend options panel and typo.
802
803 = 2.3.0 - Jun 21, 2021 =
804 * New: Generator backend live preview option.
805
806 = 2.2.11 - Jun 04, 2021 =
807 * Improved: Shortcode, AutoEmbed, and Line break support added to the post content.
808
809 = 2.2.10 - May 24, 2021 =
810 * Fix: Undefined variable/PHP error notice issue.
811
812 = 2.2.9 - Apr 27, 2021 =
813 * Fix: Home page pagination issue in Grid layout.
814 * Update: Swiper JS latest version.
815
816 = 2.2.8 - Apr 17, 2021 =
817 * Improved: Read More button is independent of Content.
818 * Improved: Help tooltip text alignment and text change for columns.
819 * Improved: AutoPlay Speed and Pause on Hover have been hidden when AutoPlay is off.
820 * Fix: Redirect to the help page after activating the plugin.
821
822 = 2.2.7 - Apr 03, 2021 =
823 * New: Shortcode field redesigned.
824 * New: Shortcode onClick copy option.
825 * Improved: Help page.
826
827 = 2.2.6 - Mar 16, 2021 =
828 * Tested: WordPress 5.7 compatibility.
829 * New: Support & Documentation link added.
830
831 = 2.2.5 - Feb 09, 2021 =
832 * New: Post title br tag supported.
833 * Fix: Grid pagination issue on the same page.
834
835 = 2.2.4 - Jan 12, 2021 =
836 * Fix: Admin notice style issue.
837 * Improved: Plugin action link system.
838 * New: Help page video tutorial.
839
840 = 2.2.3 - Jan 08, 2021 =
841 * New: Mouse wheel scrolling for carousel.
842 * Improved: Admin setting improved.
843
844 = 2.2.2 - Dec 17, 2020 =
845 * Fix: Setting page link issue.
846
847 = 2.2.1 - Dec 14, 2020 =
848 * Fix: Preloader issue.
849 * Fix: Parse error issue.
850
851 = 2.2.0 - Dec 10, 2020 =
852 * New: Grid layout.
853 * New: Common Filtering: (include specific posts, exclude posts, and limit options).
854 * New: Advanced Filtering: Taxonomy (categories, tags, and post formats), Author, Sort by (Order by and Order), Status, Keyword, etc.
855 * New: Preloader option.
856 * New: Detail page link type (none) option.
857 * New: Link target options.
858 * New: Add rel="nofollow" to item links option.
859 * New: Color options for tile, meta field, content, etc.
860 * New: Margin between columns option.
861 * New: Thumbnail Show/Hide option.
862 * New: Thumbnail available sizes option.
863 * New: Post title HTML tag selection.
864 * New: Meta field comment count.
865 * New: Read More options.
866 * New: Post border & border radius option.
867 * New: Post background color option.
868 * New: Inner padding option.
869 * New: Carousel infinite loop option.
870 * New: Carousel lazy load option.
871 * New: Carousel direction option.
872 * New: Adaptive carousel height option.
873 * Improved: Carousel navigation option.
874 * Improved: Plugin renaming Post Carousel to Smart Post Show.
875 * Fix: WordPress 5.6 compatible issue.
876
877 = 2.1.13 - Aug 24, 2020 =
878 * Fix: WordPress 5.5 compatible issue.
879
880 = 2.1.12 - Nav 25, 2019 =
881 * Fix: WordPress 5.3 compatible issue.
882
883 = 2.1.11 - May 22, 2019 =
884 * Fix: WordPress 5.2.1 compatible issue.
885
886 = 2.1.10 =
887 * Fix: WordPress 5.1 compatible issue.
888 * Improved: Set post image size "large".
889
890 = 2.1.9 - Nov 01, 2018 =
891 * Fix: Pagination dots issue.
892 * Fix: Post date issue.
893
894 = 2.1.8 - Oct 02, 2018 =
895 * Enhanced: Content show/hide option enhanced with Full content and Limited content options.
896
897 = 2.1.7 - Aug 03, 2018 =
898 * Fix: Languages path issue.
899
900 = 2.1.6 - May 16, 2018 =
901 * Fix: Date meta issue.
902
903 = 2.1.5 - March 01, 2018 =
904 * New: Shortcode support in content.
905
906 = 2.1.4 - January 01, 2018 =
907 * Fix: Shortcode generator error.
908
909 = 2.1.3 - November 25, 2017 =
910 * Fix: Icon issue.
911
912 = 2.1.2 =
913 * Fix: Post meta date issue.
914
915 = 2.1.1 =
916 * Fix: Language-changing issue.
917
918 = 2.1 =
919 * Improved Admin Setting Panel
920 * Added Carousel Title Option
921
922 = 2.0 =
923 * Shortcode Generator
924 * Post Title on/off
925 * Post Title Color
926 * Post Title Hover Color
927 * Post Content on/off
928 * Post Content Color
929 * Post Author Name on/off
930 * Post Date on/off
931 * Post Meta Color
932 * Post Meta Hover Color
933 * Two Theme Style
934 * Navigation on/off
935 * Navigation Color
936 * Navigation Background Color
937 * Pagination Dots on/off
938 * Pagination Color
939 * Pagination Active Color
940 * AutoPlay on/off
941 * AutoPlay Speed
942 * Pause on Hover on/off
943 * Pagination Speed
944 * Touch Swipe
945 * Mouse Draggable
946 * RTL Mode
947
948 = 1.0 =
949 * First Release
950