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Category Icons
Category Icons by Simpliko is a WordPress plugin that extends WP Adverts, the classified ads plugin. It lets you assign an icon to each ad category so visitors can spot sections at a glance and move around your listings more easily.
Install this firstPlease install the WPAdverts Core Plugin from here before installing WPAdverts Add-ons
Go to product- Version
- 1.1.1
- Released
- Apr 25, 2023
- Developer
- WP Adverts
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 a year on its own
What’s new in Category Icons 1.1.1
Version 1.1.1 · Apr 25, 2023
Latest
What it does
A classifieds site can collect a long list of categories, and plain text names start to blur together as that list grows. This extension gives every WP Adverts category its own icon. Visitors scanning your directory can pick out vehicles, jobs, real estate or any other section by its picture as well as its name, which makes the whole ads area look more organized and easier to read.
The plugin works inside your existing WP Adverts setup, so you keep your current categories and simply add icons to them. Assigning an icon happens through a simple interface with no coding involved. You can pick from a range of icon styles or upload your own images to match your branding, and the icons display on desktop, tablet and mobile screens.
Best for
- Classified ads sites running WP Adverts
- Local marketplaces with many listing categories
- Site owners wanting custom branded category icons
Features
Icon per ad category
Assign a distinct icon to each classified ads category so visitors can tell sections apart quickly while browsing your listings.
Built for WP Adverts
Works as an extension of WP Adverts and fits into your existing classifieds setup, using the categories you have already created.
No coding needed
Manage and change category icons through a simple interface in the dashboard, so you can set things up without touching code.
Choice of icon styles
Pick from a range of included icon styles to give your ad categories a consistent visual look across the directory.
Upload your own icons
Use your own custom icon images when you want the categories to match your site's branding and existing design.
Works across devices
Category icons display on desktop, tablet and mobile screens, so the visual navigation carries over to every visitor's device.
Light on resources
The plugin is built to add minimal load to your site while it handles displaying icons for your categories.
Category Icons older versions
- 1.0.1Apr 18, 2023
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Category Icons
Does this plugin work on its own or do I need WP Adverts?
It is an extension for WP Adverts. It adds icons to the ad categories that WP Adverts manages, so you need a site already using WP Adverts for your classified listings.
Can I use my own icon images?
Yes. You can choose from the included range of icon styles or upload your own images, which is useful if you want the category icons to follow your site's colors and branding.
Do I need to know how to code to set up the icons?
No. Icons are assigned to categories through a simple interface, so you can add or change them for each category without editing templates or writing any code.
Will the icons look right on phones?
The icons are designed to display across desktop, tablet and mobile devices, so visitors browsing your classifieds on a phone see the same visual category navigation as desktop users.
Is Category Icons free?
The code of Category Icons is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Category Icons is this?
Version 1.1.1, released Apr 25, 2023. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Category Icons?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Category Icons automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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