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| 1 | -=== Visualizer: Tables and Charts Manager for WordPress (Lite) # === | |
| 2 | -Contributors: codeinwp,marius2012,marius_codeinwp,hardeepasrani,themeisle,Madalin_ThemeIsle,rozroz | |
| 3 | -Tags: chart, charts, charting, graph, graphs, graphing, visualisation, visualise data, visualization, visualize data, HTML5, canvas, pie chart, line chart, bar chart, column chart, gauge chart, area chart, scatter chart, candlestick chart, geo chart, google visualization api, data tables | |
| 4 | -Requires at least: 3.5 | |
| 5 | -Tested up to: 4.9 | |
| 6 | -Stable tag: trunk | |
| 1 | +=== Visualizer – Tables & Charts Manager with Built-in AI Generator === | |
| 2 | +Contributors: codeinwp,themeisle,marius2012,marius_codeinwp,hardeepasrani,rozroz,Madalin_ThemeIsle | |
| 3 | +Tags: charts, tables, datatable, data-visualization, ai-charts | |
| 4 | +Requires at least: 5.2 | |
| 5 | +Tested up to: 7.1 | |
| 6 | +Requires PHP: 7.4 | |
| 7 | +Stable tag: 4.0.9 | |
| 7 | 8 | License: GPL v2.0 or later |
| 8 | 9 | License URI: http://www.opensource.org/licenses/gpl-license.php |
| 9 | 10 | |
| 10 | -A simple and quite powerful WordPress chart plugin to create and embed interactive charts & tables into your site. | |
| 11 | +Create responsive charts and tables manually or let the built-in AI build them from a text prompt. Supports multiple chart types and flexible data. | |
| 11 | 12 | |
| 12 | -== Description == | |
| 13 | - | |
| 14 | -<a href="http://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs-lite/" rel="nofollow">Visualizer: Tables and Charts Manager for WordPress (Lite) plugin</a> is a simple, easy to use and quite powerful tool to create, manage and embed interactive charts & tables into your WordPress posts and pages. | |
| 13 | +## Description ## | |
| 15 | 14 | |
| 16 | -The plugin uses Google Visualization API and DataTables.net to add responsive & animated charts/diagrams, which support cross-browser compatibility (adopting VML for older IE versions) and cross-platform portability to iOS and new Android releases. Is the best Excel to WordPress solution who let's you insert charts to your wp site using a simple chart builder. | |
| 15 | +<p><a href="https://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=description" rel="nofollow">Visualizer: Tables and Charts Manager for WordPress</a> is a powerful and easy to use plugin used to create, manage and embed interactive, responsive charts & tables into your WordPress posts and pages.</p> | |
| 17 | 16 | |
| 18 | -> **Time-saving features available in the Pro version:** | |
| 19 | -> | |
| 20 | -> * Import data from other charts | |
| 21 | -> * Easy edit the data using a live editor | |
| 22 | -> * 2 more chart types ( Combo and Timeline ) | |
| 23 | -> * Additional options for some charts | |
| 24 | -> * Auto synchronize with your online file. | |
| 25 | -> * Create private charts. | |
| 26 | -> * Allow users to edit charts. | |
| 27 | -> * Create charts from your wordpress posts, pages,products or any other post_type. | |
| 28 | -> * Priority email support from the developer of the plugin | |
| 29 | -> * Support and updates for 1 year | |
| 30 | -> | |
| 31 | -> **[Learn more about Visualizer PRO](http://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/)** | |
| 17 | +The plugin leverages the Google Visualization API, DataTables.net, and ChartJS libraries to deliver responsive and animated charts, graphs, and tables, ensuring excellent cross-browser compatibility and a seamless mobile experience. It also comes with a built-in AI chart builder powered by D3.js that turns a plain text description into a publish-ready chart in seconds, no setup required. You can fully customize all aspects of the charts and tables to suit your needs. For enhanced data management features, including importing from Excel, CSV, Google Sheets, and more, consider exploring the [PRO version](https://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/upgrade/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=pro-cta). | |
| 32 | 18 | |
| 19 | +### 🔗 HELPFUL LINKS ### | |
| 33 | 20 | |
| 34 | -### 9 Chart types + 3 more in the pro version ### | |
| 35 | -This WordPress graph plugin provides a variety of charts that are optimized to address your WordPress data visualization needs. It is line chart,flow chart, area chart, bar chart, column chart, pie chart, geo chart, gauge chart, candlestick chart and scatter chart. These charts are based on pure HTML5/SVG technology (adopting VML for old IE versions), so no extra plugins are required. Adding these charts to your page can be done in a few simple steps. The premium version can act as a interactive WordPress Table plugin, with sorting capabilities. | |
| 21 | +- Want to see Visualizer in action before installing? <a href="https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/">View Visualizer Demo</a> [You can also try <b>Live Preview</b> button above] | |
| 22 | +- Need any help with setup? <a href="https://docs.themeisle.com/collection/1560-visualizer-charts-and-graphs">Check Documentation</a> | |
| 23 | +- Don’t like reading? <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmRasCVwuvpT0Gu1myGW-Dyt2oh-BPuci&si=S3o4BIyo3AYNh95w">Check YouTube Playlist</a> | |
| 24 | +- Interested in Visualizer Pro? <a href="https://themeisle.com/plugins/visualizer-charts-and-graphs/upgrade/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=pro-cta">Know more about Visualizer PRO</a> | |
| 36 | 25 | |
| 37 | -### Flexible and customizable ### | |
| 38 | -Make the charts your own. Configure an extensive set of options to perfectly match the look and feel of your website. You can use Google Chart Tools with their default setting - all customization is optional and the basic setup is launch-ready. However, charts can be easily customizable in case your webpage adopts a style which is at odds with provided defaults. Every chart exposes a number of options that customize its look and feel. | |
| 26 | +### Why You’ll Love Visualizer ### | |
| 39 | 27 | |
| 40 | -### HTML5/SVG ### | |
| 41 | -Charts are rendered using HTML5/SVG technology to provide cross-browser compatibility (including VML for older IE versions) and cross platform portability to iPhones, iPads and Android. Your users will never have to mess with extra plugins or any software. If they have a web browser, they can see your charts. | |
| 28 | +- **AI-Powered Chart Generation:** Describe the chart you need in plain everyday language, and Visualizer AI builds it for you instantly. No API key, no setup, and no technical knowledge required. Whether you are a blogger, educator, or small business owner, you can go from a simple text prompt to a fully customizable, ready-to-embed chart in seconds, completely free. | |
| 42 | 29 | |
| 43 | -*above descriptions were partially taken from Google Visualization API site* | |
| 30 | +- **Diverse Chart Options:** Begin with essential chart types like line, pie, bar, and table in the free version. Elevate your data presentation with advanced chart types such as scatter, area, and geo available in the Pro version. The free version offers a comprehensive range of options that are perfect for various visualization needs. | |
| 44 | 31 | |
| 45 | -The plugins works perfectly with the all <a href="http://justfreethemes.com" rel="nofollow">free</a> or <a href="http://www.codeinwp.com/blog/best-wordpress-themes/" rel="nofollow">premium WordPress themes</a> | |
| 32 | +- **Manual Data Entry:** Input data manually for quick visualization tasks. This method provides ultimate control over the content and structure of your charts, making it simple to tailor data presentation directly within the plugin interface. | |
| 46 | 33 | |
| 34 | +- **Ultimate Responsiveness:** Crafted using HTML5/SVG technology, Visualizer charts ensure flawless functionality across all devices. This commitment to responsiveness guarantees that your data is not only accessible but also optimally displayed on desktops, tablets, and smartphones, enhancing user interaction and engagement. | |
| 47 | 35 | |
| 48 | - = See how Visualizer can integrate with your website = | |
| 36 | +- **Data Table Capabilities:** In addition to our responsive charts and graphs, you can also add responsive tables to your posts and pages and customize them to your liking. Visualizer Pro lets you enhance them with features such as sorting capabilities, pagination, and search functions. From pricing tables to product tables, the possibilities are vast and customizable to meet any data presentation need. | |
| 49 | 37 | |
| 50 | -* [Create line chart ](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/line-chart/) | |
| 51 | -* [Create pie chart ](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/pie-chart/) | |
| 52 | -* [Create bar chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/bar-chart/) | |
| 53 | -* [Create column chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/column-chart/) | |
| 54 | -* [Create area chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/area-chart/) | |
| 55 | -* [Create geo chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/geo-chart/) | |
| 56 | -* [Create table chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/table-chart/) | |
| 57 | -* [Create gauge chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/gauge-chart//) | |
| 58 | -* [Create candlestick chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/candlestick-chart/) | |
| 59 | -* [Create combo chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/combo-chart/) | |
| 60 | -* [Create scatter chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/scatter-chart/) | |
| 61 | -* [Create timeline chart](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/timeline-chart/) | |
| 62 | -* [Chart using frontend action links](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/frontend-action-links/) | |
| 38 | +- **Seamless Integration and Compatibility:** Whether you're using the Gutenberg editor or other page builders, Visualizer integrates effortlessly into your WordPress environment. This seamless compatibility allows for straightforward chart insertion and management. | |
| 63 | 39 | |
| 40 | +- **Flexible and Customizable:** Make the charts and tables truly your own. Visualizer offers an extensive set of configuration options to perfectly match the look and feel of your website. Utilize Google Chart Tools with their default settings for simplicity, or dive into customization if your site’s style requires a unique approach. Every chart and table exposes numerous options that customize its appearance and functionality, ensuring your visualizations integrate seamlessly into your pages. | |
| 64 | 41 | |
| 65 | -== Installation == | |
| 42 | +These versatile data handling capabilities ensure that Visualizer Free is equipped to meet a wide range of data visualization requirements right out of the box. Perfect for bloggers, educators, small businesses, and more, Visualizer helps you turn raw data into compelling, interactive charts that engage and inform your audience. | |
| 66 | 43 | |
| 67 | -1. Upload the files to the `/wp-content/plugins/visualizer/` directory. | |
| 68 | -1. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress. | |
| 44 | +*The above descriptions were partially taken from the Google Visualization API site* | |
| 69 | 45 | |
| 70 | -== Frequently Asked Questions == | |
| 71 | 46 | |
| 72 | -= Shortcode does not turn into graph = | |
| 47 | +### Build Charts Faster with Visualizer AI ### | |
| 73 | 48 | |
| 74 | -Pay attention that to turn your shortcodes into graphs, your theme has to have `<?php wp_footer(); ?>` call at the bottom of **footer.php** file. | |
| 49 | +Chart creation has always been the most time-consuming part of working with data. Picking the right chart type, entering values manually, and tweaking settings until it looks right. Visualizer AI changes that entirely. | |
| 75 | 50 | |
| 76 | -= Is there any documentation available for this plugin? = | |
| 51 | +Just describe what you want, and Visualizer builds it for you. Preview it live, refine it with follow-up prompts, and publish when it looks right. No coding, no configuration, and no API key required. It is available to all users, completely free, the moment you activate the plugin. | |
| 77 | 52 | |
| 78 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/428-visualizer-charts-and-graphs-documentation](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/428-visualizer-charts-and-graphs-documentation) | |
| 53 | +Here is what you can do with it: | |
| 79 | 54 | |
| 80 | -= How to format chart series values? = | |
| 55 | +📊 Turn a sales spreadsheet into a chart in seconds. Upload your data, type something like "create a bar chart showing monthly revenue by region," and watch Visualizer build it live. | |
| 56 | +📋 Visualize survey results without the manual work. Got a CSV of responses? Upload it, describe the breakdown you want to see, and let AI handle the rest. | |
| 57 | +🎨 Match your brand without touching the settings. Mention your brand colors in your prompt, and Visualizer styles the chart accordingly, no manual color picking needed. | |
| 58 | +🖼️ Build from a reference image. See a chart style you like somewhere? Upload it as a reference, and Visualizer will use it as inspiration with your own data. | |
| 81 | 59 | |
| 82 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/672-how-to-format-series-values](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/672-how-to-format-series-values) | |
| 83 | 60 | |
| 84 | -= How to create charts from your WordPress posts? = | |
| 61 | +### ✨ YOU SHOULD USE VISUALIZER IF: ### | |
| 85 | 62 | |
| 86 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/673-how-to-create-charts-from-your-wordpress-posts](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/673-how-to-create-charts-from-your-wordpress-posts) | |
| 63 | +- **You Own a Personal or Small Business Website:** You need a straightforward, powerful tool to enhance your website's visual appeal with interactive charts and tables. Visualizer makes complex data understandable and engaging. | |
| 87 | 64 | |
| 88 | -= How to automatically sync charts with online files? = | |
| 65 | +- **You Run an Educational or Financial Institution:** For organizations that require regular reporting and data display, Visualizer offers comprehensive options for creating dynamic and informative charts and tables. This helps in better data analysis and presentation, aiding in decision-making and reporting. | |
| 89 | 66 | |
| 90 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/674-how-to-automatically-sync-charts-with-online-files](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/674-how-to-automatically-sync-charts-with-online-files) | |
| 67 | +- **You Aim to Enhance SEO and User Engagement:** Using Visualizer’s interactive and responsive charts can significantly improve user engagement, keeping visitors on your site longer, which can positively impact your SEO rankings. | |
| 91 | 68 | |
| 92 | -= How can I create a chart? = | |
| 69 | +- **You are a Non-Profit Organizations:** Non-profits can use Visualizer to display the impact of their initiatives through data. Create pie charts to show the distribution of spending or line charts to track donation trends over time, which can be powerful visuals for fundraising campaigns and annual reports. | |
| 93 | 70 | |
| 94 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/597-create-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/597-create-chart) | |
| 71 | +- **You are Financial Advisors and Economists:** Visualizer allows for detailed financial reporting and economic analyses with advanced chart types like candlestick and radar charts. These tools can be used to depict stock performances, economic cycles, or budget allocations, providing clients with clear insights into financial matters. | |
| 95 | 72 | |
| 96 | -= How can I edit a chart? = | |
| 73 | +- **Regardless of Industry:** With over 30,000 happy active users and 160+ 5-star ratings, Visualizer has been employed across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, marketing, education, and finance, demonstrating its versatility and effectiveness in any field. | |
| 97 | 74 | |
| 98 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/602-how-can-i-edit-a-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/602-how-can-i-edit-a-chart) | |
| 75 | +**Types of charts you can create with Visualizer:** Visualizer WordPress graph and charts plugin provides a variety of charts that are optimized to address your WordPress data visualization needs. In the free version, it has line charts, bar charts, pie charts, table charts. These charts are based on pure HTML5/SVG technology (adopting VML for old IE versions), so no extra plugins are required. Adding these charts to your page can be done in a few simple steps. | |
| 99 | 76 | |
| 100 | -= How can I delete a chart? = | |
| 77 | +- **Table:** Tables are extremely useful tools for displaying organized data. We use the datatable library to offer you endless customization options for any table needs you might have. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/table-chart/). | |
| 78 | +- **Pie Chart:** Pie charts are simple visualizations that allow you to easily illustrate the proportion of your data to your users. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/pie-chart/). | |
| 79 | +- **Line Chart:** You can display a series of data points connected with line segments using the line chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/line-chart/). | |
| 80 | +- **Bar Chart:** You can show grouped data with bars proportional to the values they represent using the bar chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/bar-chart/). | |
| 81 | +- **Area Chart [PRO]:** You can visually display quantitative data using the area chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/area-chart/). | |
| 82 | +- **Geo Chart [PRO]:** You can display a map of countries, continents, or regions with areas identified by the values you specify. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/geo-chart/). | |
| 83 | +- **Column Chart [PRO]:** You can use a column chart to show comparisons among different categories. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/column-chart/). | |
| 84 | +- **Bubble Chart [PRO]:** A bubble chart is a type of chart that displays three dimensions of data. Bubble charts can be considered a variation of the scatter plot, where data points are replaced with bubbles. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/bubble-chart/). | |
| 85 | +- **Scatter Chart [PRO]:** You can display values in Cartesian coordinates using the scatter chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/scatter-chart/). | |
| 86 | +- **Gauge Chart [PRO]:** You can build different gauge charts to indicate metrics like speed, performance, progress, or similar measures. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/gauge-chart/). | |
| 87 | +- **Candlestick Chart [PRO]:** A candlestick chart is a style of financial chart used to describe price movements of a security, derivative, or currency. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/candlestick-chart/). | |
| 88 | +- **Timeline Chart [PRO]:** You can group time-based values using the timeline chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/timeline-chart/). | |
| 89 | +- **Combo Chart [PRO]:** You can combine data series using different types of charts with the combo chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/combo-chart/). | |
| 90 | +- **Polar Area Chart [PRO]:** Polar charts are data visualizations best used for displaying multivariate observations with an arbitrary number of variables in the form of a two-dimensional chart. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/polar-area-chart/). | |
| 91 | +- **Radar/Spider Chart [PRO]:** A radar chart is a graphical method of displaying multivariate data in the form of a two-dimensional chart of three or more quantitative variables represented on axes starting from the same point. [Click here to see demo](https://demo.themeisle.com/visualizer/radar-spider-chart/). | |
| 101 | 92 | |
| 102 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/600-delete-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/600-delete-chart) | |
| 93 | +**🤝 ELEVATE YOUR DATA WITH VISUALIZER PREMIUM FEATURES** | |
| 103 | 94 | |
| 104 | -= How can I clone a chart? = | |
| 95 | +If you’re already benefiting from Visualizer, why not take your website to the next level with more powerful tools to enhance your data visualization capabilities and keep your audience engaged longer? | |
| 105 | 96 | |
| 106 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/598-clone-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/598-clone-chart) | |
| 97 | +- **Advanced Data Synchronization:** Automatically sync your data sources to ensure your charts are always current without manual input. | |
| 98 | +**USE CASE:** 🔍 Sarah, a market analyst, leverages Advanced Data Synchronization to streamline her workflow. She sets her data sources to auto-update, ensuring her market trend charts are always accurate, saving her hours each week and enhancing her reports' credibility. | |
| 107 | 99 | |
| 108 | -= How can I highlight a single bar? = | |
| 100 | +- **Multi-Language Support:** Automatically translate your charts and data presentations into multiple languages, broadening your audience reach. | |
| 101 | +**USE CASE:** 🌍 Elena, who manages a multilingual educational platform, uses Multi-Language Support to provide data visualizations in several languages, effectively increasing her site's global usability and accessibility. | |
| 109 | 102 | |
| 110 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/603-how-can-i-highlight-a-single-bar](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/603-how-can-i-highlight-a-single-bar) | |
| 103 | +- **Advanced User Permissions:** Control who can view or edit your charts, perfect for teams needing to manage access at various levels. | |
| 104 | +**USE CASE:** 🛠️ Rachel, a project manager, configures user permissions to ensure that only relevant team members can edit financial forecasts, maintaining data integrity and security. | |
| 111 | 105 | |
| 112 | -= How can I populate chart series and data dynamically? = | |
| 106 | +- **Import Data from Files:** Upload CSV files directly into Visualizer. This feature is ideal for those who prepare data in spreadsheet tools like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, allowing for quick and easy data visualization. | |
| 113 | 107 | |
| 114 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/605-how-can-i-populate-chart-series-and-data-dynamically](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/605-how-can-i-populate-chart-series-and-data-dynamically) | |
| 108 | +- **Import Data from Excel (XLSX):** Upload Excel spreadsheets directly into Visualizer without any conversion steps. Simply export your workbook and import it as-is. Your column headers, values, and structure are automatically mapped to your chart or table, saving you time and eliminating formatting headaches. | |
| 115 | 109 | |
| 116 | -= How can I populate data from Google Spreadsheet? = | |
| 110 | +- **Import Data from URLs:** Keep your charts updated by importing data dynamically from external sources in CSV or JSON formats via URLs. This powerful feature is essential for displaying real-time or frequently updated data, reducing the need for manual updates. | |
| 117 | 111 | |
| 118 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/607-how-can-i-populate-data-from-google-spreadsheet](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/607-how-can-i-populate-data-from-google-spreadsheet) | |
| 112 | +- **Import from Other Charts:** Seamlessly integrate data from other charts into new visualizations, facilitating easy data consolidation and comparison. | |
| 119 | 113 | |
| 120 | -= How can i import content from another chart? = | |
| 114 | +- **Import from WordPress:** Directly pull data from your WordPress posts, pages, or custom post types to create dynamic charts that automatically update as your content changes. | |
| 115 | +**USE CASE:** ✍️ Benjamin, a digital marketing manager, uses this feature to track engagement across blog posts in real-time. He creates charts that update automatically with views and social shares, helping him quickly adjust content strategies based on what resonates with audiences. | |
| 121 | 116 | |
| 122 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/609-how-can-i-import-content-from-another-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/609-how-can-i-import-content-from-another-chart) | |
| 117 | +- **Import from Database:** Connect directly to your database to fetch data, ensuring your visualizations reflect the most up-to-date information available. | |
| 123 | 118 | |
| 124 | -= How to export a chart? = | |
| 119 | +- **Data Filter:** Apply filters to your data within Visualizer, enabling viewers to interact with and explore data in a more focused manner. | |
| 120 | +**USE CASE:** 🕵️♂️ Tom, a market researcher, implements data filters on his demographic analysis charts, allowing users to select specific variables such as age and income, thereby drilling down into personalized data insights. | |
| 125 | 121 | |
| 126 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/608-how-to-export-a-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/608-how-to-export-a-chart) | |
| 122 | +- **Priority Support:** Have access to our dedicated support team to help you resolve any technical issues swiftly, ensuring your visualizations are always performing optimally. | |
| 127 | 123 | |
| 128 | -= How can i edit the data manually? = | |
| 124 | +Unlock these premium features and more with Visualizer PRO! | |
| 129 | 125 | |
| 130 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/610-how-can-i-edit-the-data-manually](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/610-how-can-i-edit-the-data-manually) | |
| 126 | +**Still have questions?** Ask your pre-sales questions [here](https://themeisle.com/contact/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=pre-sales), and we will get back to you promptly. Or, purchase with confidence and try it for yourself—we offer **a 30-day no-questions-asked 100% money-back guarantee**. | |
| 131 | 127 | |
| 132 | -= How to enable frontend action buttons? = | |
| 128 | +**WE’RE HERE FOR YOU, AND WE TAKE ALL FEEDBACK SERIOUSLY** | |
| 133 | 129 | |
| 134 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/675-how-to-enable-frontend-action-buttons](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/675-how-to-enable-frontend-action-buttons) | |
| 135 | -= How to use Google Visualization variables? = | |
| 130 | +- **📚 Knowledge Base:** We’ve created a complete documentation library and we’re still constantly updating with new tutorials. | |
| 136 | 131 | |
| 137 | -[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/691-how-to-use-google-visualization-variables](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/691-how-to-use-google-visualization-variables) | |
| 132 | +- **📽️ Youtube Tutorials:** Don’t like reading? We’ve created some YouTube tutorials to help you get started with the Visualizer plugin step by step. | |
| 138 | 133 | |
| 139 | -== Screenshots == | |
| 134 | +- **🦸 Support Forum:** We offer support to free version users here and try to reply within one business day. | |
| 140 | 135 | |
| 141 | -1. Chart type selection | |
| 142 | -2. Chart data uploading | |
| 143 | -3. Chart options editing | |
| 144 | -4. Charts media library | |
| 145 | -5. Charts library | |
| 136 | +- **🌟 Premium Support:** We offer priority support for Plus license customers and live chat support for Infinite license customers. | |
| 146 | 137 | |
| 147 | -== Changelog == | |
| 148 | -= 3.1.0 - 2018-12-03 = | |
| 138 | +If you have any feedback or feature suggestions for the Visualizer plugin, don’t hesitate to tell us. We read all feedback and ideas. | |
| 149 | 139 | |
| 150 | -* Add Table chart | |
| 151 | -* Fix date format in sample files | |
| 140 | +**You’re in good hands** | |
| 152 | 141 | |
| 142 | +Visualizer is one of many great products by Themeisle. Join over 30,000+ Visualizer active users and half of a million Themeisle users from all over the world. | |
| 153 | 143 | |
| 154 | -= 3.0.12 - 2018-10-11 = | |
| 144 | +**See what real users talk about us:** | |
| 155 | 145 | |
| 156 | -* Added filter to enable users to change schedule of charts. | |
| 157 | -* Fixed bug with line chart with timeofday column. | |
| 158 | -* Fixed bug with scheduled charts that sometimes did not show updated data. | |
| 159 | -* Javascript can be customized on a per user basis that will not be wiped out on update. | |
| 146 | +- [*Visualizer is amazing!*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/visualizer-is-amazing/) - "Just what I was looking for to make my information available and looks pleasing!" | |
| 160 | 147 | |
| 148 | +- [*Great Plugin for Bloggers*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/great-plugin-for-bloggers-4/) - "It’s a great plugin for new bloggers like me. It's working seamlessly on my website. I am using this plugin for the last couple of weeks and I am loving it." | |
| 161 | 149 | |
| 162 | -= 3.0.11 - 2018-08-15 = | |
| 150 | +- [*Works Well and Devs are Responsive*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/works-well-and-devs-are-responsive/) - "We are using it on a rather complicated multisite install. After much research, we went with this plugin for our editors' needs." | |
| 163 | 151 | |
| 164 | -* Fixed issue with the Series Settings options for the Table Chart | |
| 165 | -* Fixed issue with chart showing "Table has no columns" with remote sources | |
| 152 | +- [*The Best One I’ve Found*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/the-best-one-ive-found-2/) - "After trying a couple of options, this was the one that worked the best." | |
| 166 | 153 | |
| 167 | 154 | |
| 168 | -= 3.0.10 - 2018-07-20 = | |
| 155 | +## Installation ## | |
| 169 | 156 | |
| 170 | -* Fixed problem with chart reverting to the default values | |
| 171 | -* Fixed problem with Boolean column type | |
| 172 | -* Fixed problem with the Geo chart type not saving colors options | |
| 157 | +1. Upload the files to the `/wp-content/plugins/visualizer/` directory. | |
| 158 | +1. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress. | |
| 173 | 159 | |
| 160 | +## Frequently Asked Questions ## | |
| 174 | 161 | |
| 175 | -= 3.0.9 - 2018-07-12 = | |
| 162 | +### Shortcode does not turn into graph ### | |
| 176 | 163 | |
| 177 | -* New chart title option for the back-end of the charts that don't allow a title on the front-end | |
| 178 | -* Store the png images of the charts in a global array that can be used in JS | |
| 179 | -* Added options for charts animations | |
| 164 | +Pay attention that to turn your shortcodes into graphs, your theme has to have `<?php wp_footer(); ?>` call at the bottom of **footer.php** file. | |
| 180 | 165 | |
| 166 | +### Is there any documentation available for this plugin? ### | |
| 181 | 167 | |
| 182 | -= 3.0.8 - 2018-06-27 = | |
| 168 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/428-visualizer-charts-and-graphs-documentation](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/428-visualizer-charts-and-graphs-documentation) | |
| 183 | 169 | |
| 184 | -* Added revision support for the chart post type | |
| 185 | -* Added both % and Value to the Pie Slice | |
| 186 | -* Use the blog locale for Visualizer's options | |
| 187 | -* Fixed issue with data being fetched from the remote source every single time the chart was shown | |
| 188 | -* Fixed issue with scheduled charts not being updated if one of the scheduled charts is deleted | |
| 170 | +### How to format chart series values? ### | |
| 189 | 171 | |
| 172 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/672-how-to-format-series-values](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/672-how-to-format-series-values) | |
| 190 | 173 | |
| 191 | -= 3.0.7 - 2018-03-26 = | |
| 174 | +### How to create charts from your WordPress posts? ### | |
| 192 | 175 | |
| 193 | -* Adds insert button in chart library. | |
| 194 | -* Remove frontend assets where they are not needed. | |
| 195 | -* Improve non-English charts compatibility. | |
| 196 | -* Adds a filter to change charts locale. | |
| 176 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/673-how-to-create-charts-from-your-wordpress-posts](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/673-how-to-create-charts-from-your-wordpress-posts) | |
| 197 | 177 | |
| 178 | +### How to automatically sync charts with online files? ### | |
| 198 | 179 | |
| 199 | -= 3.0.6 - 2018-02-27 = | |
| 180 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/674-how-to-automatically-sync-charts-with-online-files](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/674-how-to-automatically-sync-charts-with-online-files) | |
| 200 | 181 | |
| 201 | -* Fix UTF-8 support while saving the data. | |
| 202 | -* Improve editing experience. | |
| 203 | -* Improves compatibility with Premium version. | |
| 204 | -* Adds chart button into TinyMCE editor. | |
| 182 | +### How can I create/add a chart? ### | |
| 205 | 183 | |
| 184 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/597-create-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/597-create-chart) | |
| 206 | 185 | |
| 207 | -= 3.0.5 - 2018-01-05 = | |
| 186 | +### How can I edit a chart? ### | |
| 208 | 187 | |
| 209 | -* Fix chart rendering bug in firefox. | |
| 210 | -* Fix review notification. | |
| 188 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/602-how-can-i-edit-a-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/602-how-can-i-edit-a-chart) | |
| 211 | 189 | |
| 190 | +### How can I delete a chart? ### | |
| 212 | 191 | |
| 213 | -= 3.0.4 - 2017-11-27 = | |
| 192 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/600-delete-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/600-delete-chart) | |
| 214 | 193 | |
| 215 | -* Fix for review message notification. | |
| 194 | +### How can I clone a chart? ### | |
| 216 | 195 | |
| 196 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/598-clone-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/598-clone-chart) | |
| 217 | 197 | |
| 218 | -= 3.0.3 - 2017-11-16 = | |
| 198 | +### How can I highlight a single bar? ### | |
| 219 | 199 | |
| 220 | -* Adds compatibility with WordPress 4.9. | |
| 200 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/603-how-can-i-highlight-a-single-bar](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/603-how-can-i-highlight-a-single-bar) | |
| 221 | 201 | |
| 202 | +### How can I populate chart series and data dynamically? ### | |
| 222 | 203 | |
| 223 | -= 3.0.2 - 2017-10-10 = | |
| 204 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/605-how-can-i-populate-chart-series-and-data-dynamically](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/605-how-can-i-populate-chart-series-and-data-dynamically) | |
| 224 | 205 | |
| 225 | -* Fix dependency for composer dependencies. | |
| 206 | +### How can I populate data from Google Spreadsheet? ### | |
| 226 | 207 | |
| 208 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/607-how-can-i-populate-data-from-google-spreadsheet](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/607-how-can-i-populate-data-from-google-spreadsheet) | |
| 227 | 209 | |
| 228 | -= 3.0.1 - 2017-10-06 = | |
| 210 | +### How can I import content from another chart? ### | |
| 229 | 211 | |
| 230 | -* Improved compatibility with various theme and plugins. | |
| 231 | -* Fix for chart type selection when creation from media popup. | |
| 212 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/609-how-can-i-import-content-from-another-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/609-how-can-i-import-content-from-another-chart) | |
| 232 | 213 | |
| 214 | +### How to export a chart? ### | |
| 233 | 215 | |
| 234 | -= 3.0.0 - 2017-09-05 = | |
| 216 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/608-how-to-export-a-chart](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/608-how-to-export-a-chart) | |
| 235 | 217 | |
| 236 | -* Adds support manual configuration according to Google Visualization API. | |
| 237 | -* Improves compatibility with more features from the pro version. | |
| 218 | +### How can I edit the data manually? ### | |
| 238 | 219 | |
| 220 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/610-how-can-i-edit-the-data-manually](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/610-how-can-i-edit-the-data-manually) | |
| 239 | 221 | |
| 240 | -= 2.2.0 - 2017-08-16 = | |
| 222 | +### How to enable frontend action buttons? ### | |
| 241 | 223 | |
| 242 | -* Added custom number format for pie chart. | |
| 243 | -* Added frontend actions buttons ( Print, Export to CSV, Export to Excel, Copy) | |
| 224 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/675-how-to-enable-frontend-action-buttons](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/675-how-to-enable-frontend-action-buttons) | |
| 225 | +### How to use Google Visualization variables? ### | |
| 244 | 226 | |
| 227 | +[http://docs.themeisle.com/article/691-how-to-use-google-visualization-variables](http://docs.themeisle.com/article/691-how-to-use-google-visualization-variables) | |
| 245 | 228 | |
| 246 | -= 2.1.9 - 2017-07-10 = | |
| 229 | +### How to report a security issue? ### | |
| 230 | + | |
| 231 | +Plugin security is a core priority for us. If you identify a potential vulnerability, we ask that you disclose it responsibly. | |
| 247 | 232 | |
| 248 | -* Fixed display error with hex color. | |
| 233 | +Please follow the reporting protocols outlined on our [Security Page](https://themeisle.com/security/). | |
| 249 | 234 | |
| 235 | +## Screenshots ## | |
| 250 | 236 | |
| 251 | -= 2.1.8 - 2017-07-03 = | |
| 237 | +1. AI Chart Creation | |
| 238 | +2. Charts Selection | |
| 239 | +3. Quick Actions | |
| 240 | +4. Import Options | |
| 241 | +5. Bar Chart | |
| 242 | +6. Bar Chart Settings | |
| 243 | +7. Line Chart Settings | |
| 244 | +8. Block editor - Chart Library | |
| 252 | 245 | |
| 253 | -* Added chart title into library. | |
| 254 | -* Fixed SDK issues with dashboard widget. | |
| 246 | +== Changelog == | |
| 255 | 247 | |
| 248 | +##### [Version 4.0.9](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/compare/v4.0.8...v4.0.9) (2026-09-30) | |
| 256 | 249 | |
| 257 | -= 2.1.7 = | |
| 250 | +- Fixed scheduled chart updates crashing on WordPress versions before 5.5. | |
| 251 | +- Fixed the Visualizer readme with the current version and recent changelog entries. | |
| 252 | +- Added AI agent support: let AI assistants read and change your Visualizer charts and settings. | |
| 253 | +- Fixed database chart refreshes stopping after an interrupted run. | |
| 254 | +- Improved Visualizer guidance for finding scheduled database refresh actions. | |
| 255 | +- Updated dependencies | |
| 256 | +- Added AI agent support: let AI assistants read and change your Visualizer charts and settings. | |
| 258 | 257 | |
| 259 | -* Updated sdk loading logic. | |
| 260 | 258 | |
| 261 | 259 | |
| 262 | 260 | |
| 263 | -= 2.1.4 = | |
| 264 | -* Fixed issues with non-latin chars on CSV files to import. | |
| 261 | +##### [Version 4.0.8](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/compare/v4.0.7...v4.0.8) (2026-09-11) | |
| 265 | 262 | |
| 266 | -= 2.1.2 = | |
| 267 | -* Fixed priority issue with wp_enqueue_media | |
| 268 | -* Added latest version of sdk | |
| 263 | +- Fixed an error usage of a chart's settings were stored as a string instead of an array. | |
| 264 | +- Update dependencies | |
| 265 | +- Fixed frontend chart failures when saved series settings are invalid. | |
| 266 | +- Fixed script execution from saved JSON chart credentials. Thanks Yaswanth Reddy Sunkara for the report. | |
| 267 | +- Updated dependencies | |
| 269 | 268 | |
| 270 | -= 2.1.1 = | |
| 271 | -* Fixed charts bliking on some themes. | |
| 269 | +##### [Version 4.0.7](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/compare/v4.0.6...v4.0.7) (2026-07-30) | |
| 272 | 270 | |
| 273 | -= 2.1.0 = | |
| 274 | -* Fixed geomap issue with apikey. | |
| 275 | -* Fixed responsive issues on tabbed interface and page builders. | |
| 276 | -* Added compatibility with premium import from posts/page feature. | |
| 271 | +- Fixed charts using a database source saving the results of the previous query, so a saved chart no longer differs from the data shown in the editor. | |
| 272 | +- Updated dependencies | |
| 273 | +- Enhanced security — fixed unauthorized chart_data REST access. | |
| 277 | 274 | |
| 278 | -= 2.0.4 = | |
| 279 | -* Fixed resize issue in the library page. | |
| 275 | +##### [Version 4.0.6](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/compare/v4.0.5...v4.0.6) (2026-07-22) | |
| 280 | 276 | |
| 281 | -= 2.0.0 = | |
| 282 | -* Improved design and layout to support multiple datasources. | |
| 283 | -* Added new integrations in the Pro version. | |
| 284 | -* Added opt-in for tracking. | |
| 277 | +- Fixed scheduled imports from remote CSV files so charts continue to refresh automatically in the background. | |
| 278 | +- Fixed an issue where charts using lazy rendering could remain blank when their scripts finished loading in the wrong order. | |
| 279 | +- Improved the overall security of the product. Thanks to **creeper_kirby** for responsibly reporting the issue. | |
| 280 | +- Updated dependencies. | |
| 285 | 281 | |
| 286 | -= 1.7.6 = | |
| 287 | -* Fixed issue when using the same shortcode multiple times on the same page. | |
| 288 | - | |
| 289 | -= 1.7.5 = | |
| 290 | -* Removed footer banner upsell | |
| 291 | -* Fixed series settings issue | |
| 292 | -* Fixed issue with comas being used in numbers | |
| 293 | - | |
| 294 | -= 1.7.2 = | |
| 295 | -* Improved charts responsive system | |
| 296 | - | |
| 297 | -= 1.7.1 = | |
| 298 | -* Fixed grid lines error links | |
| 299 | - | |
| 300 | -= 1.7.0 = | |
| 301 | -* Fixed responsive issues | |
| 302 | -* Fixed issues with zero margin values | |
| 303 | -* Fixed import issue | |
| 304 | - | |
| 305 | -= 1.6.6 = | |
| 306 | -* Fixed charts resizing on tabbed content | |
| 307 | - | |
| 308 | -= 1.6.5 = | |
| 309 | -* Fixed responsive issue | |
| 310 | -* Fixed no axis text color for line and bar charts | |
| 311 | - | |
| 312 | - | |
| 313 | -= 1.6.0 = | |
| 314 | -* Fixed security issue when importing charts | |
| 315 | -* Removed pointer for the pro version | |
| 316 | -* Fixed charts import from media library | |
| 317 | -* Added support to show legend on the left side | |
| 318 | - | |
| 319 | - | |
| 320 | -= 1.5.6 = | |
| 321 | -* Added support for 3 more chart types | |
| 322 | -* Fixed issue with charts not saving | |
| 323 | - | |
| 324 | - | |
| 325 | -= 1.5.5 = | |
| 326 | -* Added export for charts | |
| 327 | -* Enable default value for focus target. Fixed issue with hover which was not working on some machines. | |
| 328 | - | |
| 329 | - | |
| 330 | -= 1.5.4 = | |
| 331 | -* Added free search text over graphs | |
| 332 | - | |
| 333 | -= 1.5.2 = | |
| 334 | -* Added step2 and 3 into step 1 | |
| 335 | - | |
| 336 | -= 1.5.1 = | |
| 337 | -* Fixed bug with from web button | |
| 338 | - | |
| 339 | -= 1.5 = | |
| 340 | -* Added support for live editor | |
| 341 | -* Added support for importing data from other charts | |
| 342 | -* Added filter for chart settings | |
| 343 | -* Fixed bug when zero was not working on the charts | |
| 344 | - | |
| 345 | -= 1.4.2.3 = | |
| 346 | -* Implemented ability to edit horizontal and vertical axis number format for bar and column charts | |
| 347 | - | |
| 348 | -= 1.4.2.2 = | |
| 349 | -* Added ability to pass a class for chart wrapper div | |
| 350 | -* Added proper label for custom post type | |
| 351 | - | |
| 352 | -= 1.4.2.1 = | |
| 353 | -* Fixed issue with download_url function which not exists at front end | |
| 354 | -* Added functionality which prevents direct access to the plugin folder | |
| 355 | - | |
| 356 | -= 1.4.2 = | |
| 357 | -* Fixed remote CSV uploading issue when allow_url_fopen option is disabled in php.ini | |
| 358 | -* Replaced flattr image on widget and added donate link to plugin meta data | |
| 359 | -* Added notification message at library page when allow_url_fopen option is disabled | |
| 360 | - | |
| 361 | -= 1.4.1.1 = | |
| 362 | -* Removed CSV parser escape constant to prevent warnings which appears when PHP 5.2.x or less is used | |
| 363 | - | |
| 364 | -= 1.4.1 = | |
| 365 | -* Fixed issue which prevents the plugin working on SSL backend | |
| 366 | -* Fixed issue with CSV file uploading in IE and other browsers | |
| 367 | -* Fixed issue with empty series, which appears due to leading space in a source file | |
| 368 | -* Added ability to define custom delimiter, enclosure and escape variables for CSV parsing | |
| 369 | - | |
| 370 | -= 1.4 = | |
| 371 | -* Implemented aggregation target and selection mode options for candlestick chart | |
| 372 | -* Implemented focus target and data opacity for columnar chars | |
| 373 | -* Implemented data opacity and interpolate nulls settings for line chart | |
| 374 | -* Implemented ability to edit tooltip settings | |
| 375 | -* Implemented new settings for linear charts like selection mode and aggregation target | |
| 376 | -* Implemented area and point opacity settings for area chart | |
| 377 | -* Implemented new settings for pie chart like pie hole, start angle and slice offset | |
| 378 | -* Implemented ability to select a color for chart title and legend items | |
| 379 | -* Fixed number formatting settings for linear charts, from now it works only for axis labels | |
| 380 | -* Reworked general settings section by moving title and font settings into separate groups | |
| 381 | - | |
| 382 | -= 1.3.0.2 = | |
| 383 | -* Replaced links to github wiki | |
| 384 | - | |
| 385 | -= 1.3.0.1 = | |
| 386 | -* Added Flattr button | |
| 387 | - | |
| 388 | -= 1.3.0 = | |
| 389 | -* Implemented ability to set number and date formatters | |
| 390 | -* Implemented ability to select transparent background for a chart | |
| 391 | -* Fixed JS bugs which appear when post type editor support is disabled | |
| 392 | -* Fixed issue with NULL values for numeric series | |
| 393 | -* Fixed invalid charts rendering at "Add Media" library | |
| 394 | -* Fixed compatibility issue with another Google API related plugins | |
| 395 | -* Added "rate the plugin" box | |
| 396 | - | |
| 397 | -= 1.2.0 = | |
| 398 | -* Implemented minor grid lines settings. | |
| 399 | -* Implemented view window settings. | |
| 400 | -* Horizontal and vertical axes settings were split into separate groups. | |
| 401 | - | |
| 402 | -= 1.1.4 = | |
| 403 | -* Bug with float values has been fixed. | |
| 404 | - | |
| 405 | -= 1.1.3 = | |
| 406 | -* Issue with "fseek warning" for Google Spreadsheet document source, was fixed. | |
| 407 | - | |
| 408 | -= 1.1.2 = | |
| 409 | -* Compatibility issues with WordPress version 3.6 has been fixed. | |
| 410 | - | |
| 411 | -= 1.1.1 = | |
| 412 | -* Active type tab in the charts library was fixed. | |
| 413 | -* Library styles were updated. | |
| 414 | - | |
| 415 | -= 1.1.0 = | |
| 416 | -* Auto population was added for remote CSV file source. | |
| 417 | -* Ability to hook chart series and data was implemented. | |
| 418 | -* Ability to upload CSV files from web was implemented. | |
| 419 | - | |
| 420 | -= 1.0.1 = | |
| 421 | -* The bug with CSV file uploading was fixed. | |
| 422 | - | |
| 423 | -= 1.0.0 = | |
| 424 | -* The first version of what wil be the best wp charts plugin. | |
| 282 | +For the full changelog, please see [CHANGELOG.md](https://github.com/Codeinwp/visualizer/blob/development/CHANGELOG.md). | |
