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Smooth Scroll
Smooth Scroll is a WordPress plugin that changes the default mouse wheel behavior so pages glide instead of jumping. It adds a lightweight JavaScript layer to your site, detects mobile and tablet devices on its own, and lets you adjust the scroll motion to suit your design.
- Version
- 3.0.3
- Released
- Dec 29, 2023
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in Smooth Scroll 3.0.3
Version 3.0.3 · Dec 29, 2023
Latest
- FixedFixed "42Theme Plugins" tab on Add Plugins page
What it does
Default mouse wheel scrolling in most browsers moves a page in abrupt steps, which can feel choppy on long pages. This plugin replaces that behavior with smoother, more gradual motion, so readers can move through blog posts, portfolios, product catalogs, real estate listings or corporate pages with fewer sudden stops and jerks. The effect is subtle and aims to give a site a more polished feel as visitors move down the page.
The plugin runs as a small JavaScript script and works with a wide range of WordPress themes, so you can add it without writing code. It automatically recognizes smartphones and tablets and adjusts its behavior for touch devices, which means you do not need to set up separate rules for different screen sizes. If you want the motion to feel faster, slower or softer, you can adjust the scrolling parameters to match your site's style and audience.
Best for
- Blogs and magazines with long articles
- Portfolio sites with tall image-heavy pages
- Corporate, store catalog or real estate listing sites
Features
Smooth mouse wheel motion
Replaces the default stepped mouse wheel scroll with fluid, natural movement that removes jerky stops when visitors move through a page.
Mobile and tablet detection
Automatically detects smartphones and tablets and adjusts scrolling behavior for touch devices, with no manual configuration needed for different screen sizes.
Adjustable scroll parameters
Lets you tune the scrolling parameters so the motion fits the style of your site and the expectations of your audience.
Lightweight JavaScript
Built as a small JavaScript implementation designed to have minimal impact on page loading while adding the smooth scrolling effect.
Works with most themes
Fits into a wide range of WordPress themes and setups, and can be added without any coding knowledge.
Better long-page navigation
Makes moving through content-heavy pages more comfortable, which suits blogs, portfolios, eCommerce catalogs and corporate sites with extensive content.
Questions about Smooth Scroll
What exactly does this plugin change on my site?
It changes how the page responds to the mouse wheel. Instead of moving in abrupt steps, the page scrolls with smooth, gradual motion. It does not change your layout or content, only the way visitors move through it.
Will it behave strangely on phones and tablets?
The plugin automatically detects mobile and tablet devices and adjusts its scrolling behavior for touch screens. You do not need to configure separate settings for those devices yourself.
Can I control how fast or soft the scrolling feels?
Yes. The plugin includes adjustable scrolling parameters, so you can tune the motion to match your site's design and the kind of visitors you have.
Do I need to edit theme code to use it?
No coding is needed. Smooth Scroll is a lightweight JavaScript plugin that works with a wide range of WordPress themes and setups.
Is Smooth Scroll free?
The code of Smooth Scroll 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 Smooth Scroll is this?
Version 3.0.3, released Dec 29, 2023. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Smooth Scroll?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Smooth Scroll automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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