Free Features Guide
VisioLayer Free provides a robust set of tools to create beautiful, responsive sliders for your WordPress site. This guide details the core features available in the free version and how to use them effectively.
Core Features Overview
Below is a summary of the key features included in VisioLayer Free:
| Feature | Description | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Animation Engine | Basic entrance and exit animations for layers. | All Sliders |
| Responsive Layouts | Sliders adapt automatically to Desktop, Tablet, and Mobile. | Global Settings |
| Text & Image Layers | Add unlimited text and image layers to your slides. | Slide Editor |
| Button Layers | Create interactive CTA buttons with custom styling. | Slide Editor |
| Static Backgrounds | Use solid colors or images as slide backgrounds. | Slide Settings |
| Basic Navigation | Includes arrows, bullets, and touch swipe support. | Navigation Tab |
| 5 Starter Templates | Pre-designed slider templates to get you started quickly. | Template Library |
Detailed Feature Usage
1. Standard Animation Engine
Bring your sliders to life with essential animations.
- How to Use: Select a layer (Text/Image) > Click the Animation tab. Choose an "In" animation (e.g., Fade In, Slide From Left) and an "Out" animation.
- Where: Slide Editor > Layer Settings > Animation.
- Pro Limitation: Advanced physics-based animations, 3D transitions, and timeline keyframes are reserved for Pro users.
2. Responsive Layouts
Ensure your visual content looks perfect on any device.
- How to Use: By default, VisioLayer scales your slider. To customize, use the Device View switcher at the top of the editor. Adjust layer sizes and positions specifically for Tablet or Mobile views without affecting the Desktop view.
- Where: Top Toolbar > Device Icons (Desktop, Tablet, Mobile).
- Pro Limitation: The Free version supports standard breakpoints. Custom breakpoints and device-specific content visibility are Pro features.
3. Text & Image Layers
The building blocks of your slider.
- How to Use:
- Text: Click Add Layer > Text. Type your content and style it using the Style tab (Font, Size, Color, Weight).
- Image: Click Add Layer > Image. Upload or select an image from your Media Library.
- Where: Left Sidebar > Add Layer.
- Pro Limitation: Advanced layer types like Video, HTML, Audio, and Icon Groups are available in Pro.
4. Button Layers
Drive user engagement with Call-to-Action (CTA) buttons.
- How to Use: Click Add Layer > Button. Choose a preset style or customize the background color, border, and hover effects in the Style tab. Assign a URL in the Actions tab.
- Where: Left Sidebar > Add Layer > Button.
- Pro Limitation: Advanced button actions (e.g., "Scroll to Section", "Open Modal", "Trigger Popup") require the Pro version.
5. Static Backgrounds
Set the stage for your content.
- How to Use: Select a Slide. Go to the Slide Background tab. Choose specialized specific "Image" mode to upload a featured image or "Color" for a solid background.
- Where: Slide Settings > Background.
- Pro Limitation: Video backgrounds (YouTube/Vimeo/Self-Hosted) and animated gradients are Pro-exclusive features.
6. Basic Navigation
Help users move through your slides.
- How to Use: Go to Slider Settings > Navigation. Toggle "Arrows" (Next/Prev) or "Bullets" (Dots). You can choose from a few preset skins (e.g., Uranus, Hermes).
- Where: Slider Settings > Navigation.
- Pro Limitation: Custom thumbnails, tabs, and advanced navigation skins are available in Pro.
Feature Comparison Table
See exactly what you're getting with Free versus what you unlock with Pro.
| Feature Area | Free Version Capabilities | Pro Version Enhancements |
|---|---|---|
| Slide Transitions | Simple Fades & Slides | 3D Cubes, Zoom, Parallax, & Morphing |
| Content Sources | Manual Content Entry | WooCom, Post Types, Instagram, Facebook |
| Add-Ons | None | Typewriter Effect, Particles, Paintbrush |
| Import/Export | Import Free Templates Only | Full Import/Export & Template Library Access |
| Support | Community Forum | Premium Priority Support |
::: tip Want More Power? If you need to create dynamic content sliders (like pulling recent blog posts) or want to wow visitors with video backgrounds, check out VisioLayer Pro. It seamlessly integrates with your existing sliders. :::