Description
Series Grid is the enhanced version of our popular grid plugin, featuring advanced layouts, animations, and customization options perfect for showcasing your content beautifully.
🚀 NEW IN 4.0.0: Multi-Instance Layout System (PRO Feature)
* Now supports MULTIPLE LAYOUTS ON SAME PAGE – Grid, List, and Slider layouts can coexist on any WordPress page
* Joomla-like module system with instance management (PRO only)
* Backup shortcode system for enhanced flexibility
Core Features (Free):
* Single Layout per Page – One [series_grid] shortcode per page
* Basic Layout Options – Grid, List, Slider (one per page)
* Category filtering
* Customizable columns (1-6)
* Font size control
* Image extraction from posts
* Lazy loading
* Fallback images and colors
PRO Features (License Required):
* Multi-Instance Manager: Create unlimited layout instances on same page
* Animation Effects: Fade In, Slide Up, Zoom In, Bounce In
* Color Themes: Dark, Blue, Green, Red schemes
* Advanced Hover Effects: Color Overlay, Image Zoom, Content Slide, Card Flip
* Force Image Shape: Square, 4:3, 16:9, 3:2 aspect ratios
* Auto-Scroll Slider: With speed control and pause on hover
* Navigation Controls: Slider arrows and dots navigation
* Social Sharing: Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp buttons
* Custom CSS Editor: Add your own styling
* Custom Image Heights: Precise control over slider dimensions
Safe & Reliable:
* Modern PSR-4 architecture
* Secure license validation with local fallback
* Responsive design with mobile optimization
* Accessibility features included
* Safe slider dimensions with built-in limits
Usage
FREE Version – Single Layout:
One layout per page with basic customization + PRO license field:
php
[series_grid layout="grid" columns="3" categories="1,2,3] // Single layout
[series_list count="6] // Single layout
[series_slider auto_scroll="yes] // Single layout
PRO Version – Multi-Instance Manager:
Unlimited layouts on same page (requires valid PRO license):
php
// Access in Settings Series Grid PRO Advanced Multi-Instance Manager
[series_grid id="featured" layout="grid" columns="3" categories="1,2,3]
[series_grid id="trending" layout="slider" auto_scroll="yes" categories="4,5]
[series_grid id="recent" layout="list" categories="6,7]
FREE Parameters:
* layout: grid, list, slider (one per page)
* columns: 1-6 (grid only)
* count: number of posts
* categories: category IDs (comma-separated)
* font_size: small, medium, large
* show_category: yes, no
* show_date: yes, no
* show_introtext: yes, no
PRO Parameters (requires license):
* id: Unique instance ID (for multi-instance system)
* animation_effect: none, fade, slide, zoom, bounce
* color_scheme: default, dark, blue, green, red
* hover_effect: basic, overlay, zoom, slide, flip
* image_aspect_ratio: auto, 1-1, 4-3, 16-9, 3-2
* social_sharing: yes, no
* auto_scroll: yes, no (slider only)
* scroll_speed: slow, normal, fast
* show_navigation: yes, no (slider only)
* show_dots: yes, no (slider only)
License Information
This plugin uses a dual licensing system:
* Basic features: GPL2 (free)
* PRO features: Commercial license required
Demo license keys are provided for testing purposes only.
For production use, a valid commercial license is required.
Support
For support and licensing:
* Visit: https://technodrome.nasrpskom.com
* Email: support@technodrome.nasrpskom.com
Blocks
This plugin provides 1 block.
- Series Grid Display posts in a responsive grid with layout options.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to
/wp-content/plugins/series-grid/ - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu
- Go to ‘Series Grid’ in admin menu to configure settings
- Use shortcode
[series_grid]to display your grid - For PRO features, enter your license key in the Basic tab (visible to all users)
FAQ
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How do I get a PRO license?
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Contact technodrome for licensing information. Demo keys are available for testing. Enter license key in Basic tab.
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What is the difference between FREE and PRO versions?
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FREE: One layout per page with basic customization + license field
PRO: Multi-Instance Manager + unlimited layouts per page + all PRO features (unlocked with license) -
Do PRO features work without a license?
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No, PRO features (including Multi-Instance Manager) are automatically disabled without a valid license key. You can still use all FREE features.
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Is the license validated online?
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Yes, the plugin validates licenses remotely with local fallback for reliability.
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Can I use the same license on multiple sites?
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License terms depend on your specific agreement. Check your license details.
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What happens if my license expires?
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PRO features will be disabled, but basic FREE functionality remains intact.
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Is it compatible with my theme?
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Yes, the plugin is designed to work with any properly coded WordPress theme.
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Can I customize the styling?
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Yes, PRO users can add custom CSS through the admin panel.
Reviews
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Contributors & Developers
“Series Grid” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
4.0.0
- Feature: Added Multi-Instance Manager – Create unlimited layout instances on same page (PRO feature)
- Change: Moved Multi-Instance Manager from Basic to PRO Advanced tab
- Change: Multi-Instance functionality now requires PRO license
- Change: Moved PRO License field to Basic tab for better UX (visible to all users)
- Change: Removed separate PRO License tab (now integrated into Basic tab)
- Fix: Fixed CSS syntax error in font_size field causing tab issues
- Fix: Reconstructed field_instance_manager() function to resolve PHP fatal error
- Improvement: Clear separation between FREE (single layout) and PRO (multi-instance) features
- Improvement: Updated documentation to reflect licensing structure
3.1.0
- Feature: Added new horizontal layout options for the grid. You can now choose to display the image to the left or right of the text content, creating a compact, list-like appearance.
- Improvement: Introtext is now automatically hidden in horizontal grid layouts to maintain a clean and structured design.
- Improvement: The «Grid Image Position» setting in the admin panel is now context-aware and will only appear when the «Grid» layout is selected.
- Improvement: Added clear descriptions in the admin panel to inform users about the automatic behavior of introtext in different layouts.
- Fix: Completely redesigned the CSS for horizontal layouts to be more robust, compact, and mobile-friendly.
- Fix: Resolved CSS conflicts between the aspect-ratio system and the new horizontal layouts.
3.0.1
- Hotfix: Corrects the faulty 3.0.0 release which contained outdated files. This version includes the new «Introtext on Hover» feature.
3.0.0
- Added a free option in the Basic tab to show or hide the introtext globally for all layouts.
- Added a PRO feature in the Grid tab to display the introtext on hover with a smooth expand/collapse animation.
- Updated plugin version to 3.0.0 to ensure browsers load the latest CSS changes (cache busting).
2.0.0
- Complete PRO architecture implementation
- Added animation effects system
- Added color themes (dark, blue, green, red)
- Added advanced hover effects
- Added force image shape options
- Added auto-scroll slider with controls
- Added navigation arrows and dots
- Added social sharing buttons
- Added custom CSS editor
- Added safe slider dimensions system
- Enhanced mobile responsiveness
- Improved accessibility features
- Added license validation system
- Reorganized admin interface with PRO tabs
1.3.0
- Previous basic version
- Grid, list, slider layouts
- Basic customization options
