Block Editor Animations – Animate Blocks

Add stunning animations to your Gutenberg blocks with Block Animations, the ultimate WordPress animation plugin.

Enhance your WordPress website with our free version of the Block Editor Animations plugin.

Create captivating animations for various blocks, preview them directly within the Block Editor, and choose from 20 pre-defined animation effects.

New in Version 1.3.0: Quick Animation Presets for one-click professional animations, Dashboard Widget with plugin stats, and an enhanced onboarding experience to get you started faster.

With support for custom animations and basic optimization features, you can enhance your website’s visual appeal without breaking the bank.

USAGE

1. Install the plugin from the WordPress Plugin Directory or upload the ZIP file through the WordPress admin panel.
2. Navigate to the Block Editor and select the block you want to animate.
3. In the block settings or toolbar, locate the animation options provided by the plugin. Choose from the available animation effects or create custom animations as desired.
4. After applying animations, use the Block Editor’s preview mode to see how the animations will appear on your website.

FEATURES & LIMITATIONS

Features

• Custom Animation Block: Users can create custom animations for blocks within the free version.
• Quick Animation Presets: 5 professionally configured animation presets for instant one-click application – save time with pre-tuned combinations of effects, timing, and easing.
• Dashboard Widget: At-a-glance plugin statistics showing animated posts/pages, days active, and quick links to settings and documentation.
• Welcome Onboarding: Interactive welcome notice and pointer system to help new users get started quickly with clear guidance.
• Supported Blocks: Limited selection of supported blocks for applying animations (8 core blocks including groups, columns, images, headings, paragraphs, and buttons).
• Block Preview Mode: Ability to preview animations within the Block Editor before publishing.
• Animation Effects: Access to 20 pre-defined animation effects across multiple categories (fading, sliding, zooming, rotating, bouncing, and more).
• Smart Notices: Intelligent notice system that waits 7 days after installation before showing rating or upgrade prompts – no annoying immediate popups.
• Reset all Blocks: Option to reset animations for all blocks with a single click.
• Reduce Page Loading: Basic optimization to load animations as needed, although with limited functionality.
• Regular Plugin Updates: Updates are provided, albeit with a delay compared to the PRO version.

Limitations

• Custom Animation Editor: The free version lacks the ability to customize animations directly within the editor interface.
• User Defined Blocks: Users cannot define custom blocks for animations.
• Animation Global Settings: Limited control over global animation settings.
• Overflow Hidden to Parent Elements: Feature to hide overflow for parent elements is unavailable.
• Video and Gallery Blocks: Users cannot animate video or gallery blocks with the free version.
• Once and Mirror Animation Options: Advanced animation options like “once” and “mirror” are not accessible.
• Search Animation Effects with Select2: No capability to search for specific animation effects using Select2.
• Priority Email Support: Support provided, but without priority status.
• Performance and Recovery: No enhanced performance features or quicker recovery process.

Upgrade to Block Editor Animations Pro version to unlock advanced features, extended support, and enhanced performance for an optimized animation experience on your WordPress website.

DETAILED DOCUMENTATION

Find step-by-step setup guides, usage instructions, demos, videos, and insights on the Block Editor Animations Pro page.

Block Editor Animations Pro

If you’re using the free version from WordPress.org and want Pro features, you can purchase the premium version on the Block Editor Animations Pro website.

Here are some features included in the Pro version:

1. Custom Animation Presets: Create, save, edit, and manage unlimited custom animation presets. Build your own preset library with your favorite animation configurations and share them across multiple sites via import/export functionality. Free version includes 5 read-only presets.
2. Custom Animation Editor: Unlock the ability to create and customize animations directly within the editor interface for seamless integration and effortless design control.
3. User Defined Blocks: Define custom blocks to apply animations, offering unparalleled flexibility in animating various elements of your website.
4. Extended Supported Blocks: Access an extensive range of supported blocks for applying animations, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all your animation needs.
5. Animation Global Settings: Enjoy full control over global animation settings, allowing for precise adjustments and optimization across your entire website.
6. Overflow Hidden to Parent Elements: Implement overflow hidden to parent elements, ensuring a polished and seamless animation experience without unwanted visual disruptions.
7. Video and Gallery Blocks: Animate video and gallery blocks to enhance multimedia content, captivating your audience with dynamic visual effects.
8. Animation Effects Library: Gain access to over 100 pre-defined animation effects, providing a vast selection of captivating animations to enrich your website’s visual appeal.
9. Once and Mirror Animation Options: Utilize advanced animation options such as “once” and “mirror” for sophisticated animation effects and enhanced user engagement.
10. Reset All Blocks: Easily reset animations for all blocks with a single click, streamlining the animation management process and ensuring consistency across your website.
11. Search Animation Effects with Select2: Seamlessly search for specific animation effects using Select2, facilitating efficient navigation and selection within the animation effects library.
12. Reduce Page Loading: Optimize page loading by loading animations as needed, enhancing website performance and ensuring a smooth user experience.
13. Priority Email Support: Receive priority support via email, ensuring prompt assistance and timely resolution of any inquiries or issues.
14. Regular Plugin Updates: Stay up-to-date with the latest features, enhancements, and bug fixes through regular plugin updates, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility with WordPress updates.