=== Advanced Button for Block Editor ===
Contributors: shamim496, selimmw, bdthemes
Donate link: http://bdthemes.com/
Tags: block-editor, gutenberg blocks, gutenberg plugin, Advanced Button, Button
Requires at least: 6.1
Tested up to: 6.7
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

The **Advanced Button** block lets you design stylish, customizable WordPress buttons with layout controls, pre-made styles, and integrated icons.

== Description ==

🚀 **Advanced Button** Block for WordPress Editor – Create Stylish, Customizable Buttons with

Are you looking to enhance your WordPress website with eye-catching, professional-looking buttons that drive user engagement and boost conversions? Look no further than the **Advanced Button Block** – the ultimate WordPress Gutenberg plugin designed to revolutionize how you create and customize buttons on your website.

## 💎 Transform Your Website with Premium-Quality Buttons

In today's competitive digital landscape, having visually appealing and functional call-to-action buttons can make all the difference in your website's performance. The **Advanced Button Block** empowers both beginners and seasoned WordPress developers to design stunning buttons that perfectly align with their brand identity and website aesthetics.

With our plugin, you're not just adding ordinary buttons – you're creating **powerful conversion tools** that guide your visitors through their journey on your website. Whether you're running a blog, e-commerce store, portfolio, or business website, our Advanced Button Block provides the perfect solution to enhance user experience and drive meaningful interactions.

## ✨ What Makes Advanced Button Block Stand Out?

Unlike standard button blocks that offer limited customization options, the **Advanced Button Block** provides an extensive range of styling capabilities, allowing you to create buttons that are truly unique to your brand. From subtle, elegant designs to bold, attention-grabbing buttons – our plugin gives you the creative freedom to bring your vision to life.

The plugin is built with **performance and accessibility** in mind, ensuring your buttons not only look great but also load quickly and are accessible to all users, including those using screen readers or keyboard navigation. This commitment to inclusive design makes our plugin the preferred choice for WordPress professionals who prioritize user experience.

## 🛠️ Comprehensive Features That Power Your Creativity

### **Button Styling & Design**

* **Pre-designed Templates** 🎨: Choose from a diverse collection of professionally designed button templates to jumpstart your design process.
* **Custom Color Controls** 🌈: Access an intuitive color picker to select the perfect background, text, and border colors that match your brand identity.
* **Gradient Backgrounds** 🌟: Create visually striking buttons with linear or radial gradient backgrounds that add depth and dimension.
* **Typography Mastery** 📝: Fine-tune your button text with advanced typography settings, including font family, size, weight, spacing, and transformations.
* **Border Customization** 🧩: Adjust border width, style, color, and radius to create buttons with unique shapes and outlines.
* **Shadow Effects** 👥: Add depth to your buttons with customizable box shadows, including color, opacity, blur, spread, and position.
* **Hover Animations** ✨: Choose from a variety of hover effects to make your buttons more interactive and engaging when users interact with them.

### **Layout & Structure**

* **Flexible Alignment** 📐: Position your buttons exactly where you want them with comprehensive alignment controls.
* **Responsive Design** 📱: Ensure your buttons look perfect across all devices with device-specific display settings.
* **Button Groups** 🔄: Create multiple buttons side by side with customizable spacing and alignment options.
* **Fixed Width or Auto-sizing** 📊: Choose between fixed-width buttons or let them auto-size based on content.
* **Padding & Margin Controls** 🔳: Fine-tune the spacing within and around your buttons for perfect visual balance.

### **Functionality & Interaction**

* **Advanced Link Settings** 🔗: Link to internal pages, external websites, or specific sections with options for opening in new tabs and adding nofollow attributes.
* **Icon Integration** 🏷️: Enhance your buttons with over 1,000+ built-in icons positioned before or after your text.
* **Custom Icon Upload** 📤: Upload your own SVG icons to maintain brand consistency.
* **Click Animations** 👆: Add satisfying click animations that provide visual feedback to users.
* **Smooth Scrolling** 📜: Create anchor buttons that smoothly scroll to specific sections on your page.

### **Performance & Optimization**

* **Lightweight Code** ⚡: Enjoy fast-loading buttons thanks to our optimized codebase that doesn't bloat your website.
* **SEO-Friendly Structure** 🔍: Properly structured button code helps search engines understand your content better.
* **Accessibility Compliance** ♿: All buttons are built with WCAG guidelines in mind, ensuring they're accessible to all users.
* **Cache-Friendly** 🔄: Our plugin works seamlessly with caching plugins for optimal performance.

## 🏆 Why Choose Advanced Button Block Over Other Solutions?

### **Superior User Experience**

The **Advanced Button Block** was designed with user experience at its core. The intuitive interface makes it easy for anyone, regardless of technical expertise, to create professional-looking buttons within minutes. The live preview feature allows you to see your changes in real-time, eliminating the guesswork and saving you valuable time.

### **Time-Saving Design Process**

Creating beautiful buttons shouldn't be a time-consuming task. With our **one-click style presets** and **template library**, you can quickly implement professional designs and then customize them to match your specific requirements. This streamlined workflow allows you to focus on creating content rather than struggling with complex design tools.

### **Unmatched Compatibility**

We understand the importance of seamless integration within your existing WordPress setup. The **Advanced Button Block** is compatible with:

* All major WordPress themes
* Popular page builders and block collections
* WooCommerce and other e-commerce plugins
* Translation plugins for multilingual websites
* Popular caching and optimization plugins

### **Regular Updates & Continuous Improvement**

When you choose the **Advanced Button Block**, you're investing in a plugin that evolves with the WordPress ecosystem. Our dedicated team regularly releases updates that include:

* New design templates and style options
* Performance optimizations
* Compatibility updates for the latest WordPress versions
* Feature enhancements based on user feedback

## 🎯 Perfect For Every Website Category

### **E-Commerce Websites**
Transform your online store with high-converting "Add to Cart," "Buy Now," or "View Product" buttons that encourage purchases and improve your conversion rates.

### **Business & Corporate Sites**
Create professional "Contact Us," "Request a Quote," or "Book a Consultation" buttons that generate leads and drive business growth.

### **Blogs & Content Websites**
Enhance user engagement with stylish "Read More," "Subscribe," or "Share" buttons that improve content discovery and social sharing.

### **Portfolio & Creative Websites**
Showcase your work with elegant "View Project," "Download Resume," or "Hire Me" buttons that highlight your skills and services.

### **Membership & Community Sites**
Streamline user registration and engagement with clear "Sign Up," "Join Now," or "Access Members Area" buttons.

### **Educational Websites**
Improve course enrollment and student engagement with effective "Enroll Now," "Download Resources," or "Start Learning" buttons.

## 💬 What Our Users Are Saying

"The Advanced Button Block has completely transformed how I create calls to action on my clients' websites. The level of customization available is unmatched, and the buttons truly stand out!" - **Sarah T., Web Designer**

"As someone with minimal design skills, I was amazed at how easy it was to create professional-looking buttons for my online store. My conversion rate has increased by 15% since implementing these buttons!" - **Mark L., E-commerce Store Owner**

"The responsive design features save me so much time. I no longer worry about how my buttons will look on mobile devices – they always look perfect!" - **Jennifer K., WordPress Developer**

## 🚀 Start Creating Eye-Catching Buttons Today!

Elevate your WordPress website with buttons that not only look professional but also drive user engagement and conversions. The **Advanced Button Block** provides all the tools you need to create buttons that perfectly match your brand identity and achieve your website goals.

Install the plugin today and discover why thousands of WordPress professionals choose the **Advanced Button Block** as their go-to solution for creating stunning, high-performing buttons!

== Installation ==

= Plugin Installation Method: =

1. Go to the WordPress dashboard
2. Got to the **Plugins** > **Add New**
3. Type **"Advanced Button"** in the search box
4. Click on **"Install"** button
5. After install the plugin **Activate** the plugin

= Installation via Zip file: =

1. Download Advanced Button block **plugin zip** file from WordPress
2. Go to site **Dashboard** > **Plugins** > **Add New** > **Upload Plugins**
3. Select the Advanced Button zip file and proceed to install
4. Activate Advanced Button.

== Upgrade Notice ==

There are no requirement for upgrade notice. Just click the update button and updated the plugin.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= 🚀 How do I add an Advanced Button to my WordPress page or post? =

Adding an Advanced Button is simple and straightforward:

1. **Open your content editor**: Navigate to the page or post where you want to add the button
2. **Add a new block**: Click the "+" icon in the editor
3. **Search for "Advanced Button"**: Type "Advanced Button" in the search field
4. **Select the block**: Click on the Advanced Button block to add it to your content
5. **Customize your button**: Use the block settings panel on the right to style and configure your button
6. **Add your text and link**: Click on the button to edit the text and set the destination URL
7. **Save your changes**: Update or publish your page to make the button live

= 🎨 How can I change the color and style of my Advanced Button? =

The Advanced Button Block offers comprehensive styling options:

1. **Select your button**: Click on the button in the editor to reveal its settings
2. **Background color**: Use the color picker in the "Background" section to select a solid color or create a gradient
3. **Text color**: Change the button text color in the "Typography" section
4. **Border styling**: Adjust border width, style, color, and radius in the "Border" section
5. **Apply preset styles**: Use the "Style Presets" dropdown to quickly apply professionally designed button styles
6. **Add hover effects**: Configure hover animations and color changes in the "Hover Effects" tab

You can preview your changes in real-time to see exactly how your button will look on your website.

= 🔍 Can I add icons to my Advanced Button? =

Yes, you can easily enhance your buttons with icons:

1. **Select your button**: Click on the button in the editor
2. **Navigate to the Icon section**: Find the "Icon" panel in the settings sidebar
3. **Enable icons**: Toggle the "Add Icon" switch to on
4. **Choose an icon**: Browse through our library of 1,000+ icons or search by name
5. **Position your icon**: Select whether to place the icon before or after your button text
6. **Customize icon appearance**: Adjust the icon size, color, and spacing to match your design

You can also upload your own custom SVG icons by clicking the "Upload Custom Icon" button in the icon panel.

= 📱 Are Advanced Buttons mobile-friendly and responsive? =

Absolutely! The Advanced Button Block is built with mobile responsiveness as a priority:

1. **Automatic responsiveness**: Buttons automatically adapt to different screen sizes
2. **Device-specific settings**: Fine-tune how your buttons appear on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
3. **Responsive typography**: Text size adjusts appropriately for different screen sizes
4. **Touch-friendly design**: Buttons are optimized for touch interactions on mobile devices
5. **Mobile preview**: Use the responsive preview mode in the editor to see how your buttons will look on different devices

This ensures your buttons look great and function perfectly on all devices, providing a consistent user experience regardless of how visitors access your website.

= 🔄 Can I create button groups or multiple buttons side by side? =

Yes, you can easily create button groups:

1. **Add a Button Group block**: Search for "Advanced Button Group" when adding a new block
2. **Add multiple buttons**: Click the "Add Button" option to add as many buttons as needed
3. **Arrange buttons**: Choose between horizontal or vertical alignment
4. **Customize spacing**: Adjust the gap between buttons to create the perfect layout
5. **Individual styling**: Style each button individually or apply group-wide styling
6. **Responsive control**: Configure how button groups display on different devices

This makes it easy to create call-to-action areas with primary and secondary options, or navigation sections with multiple destination choices.

= ✨ How do I create buttons with hover animations? =

Adding hover effects to your buttons is simple:

1. **Select your button**: Click on the button in the editor
2. **Navigate to Hover Effects**: Find the "Hover Effects" tab in the settings panel
3. **Enable hover effects**: Toggle on the hover effects option
4. **Choose background hover color**: Select a different color or gradient for when users hover over the button
5. **Text hover color**: Change how the text appears on hover
6. **Animation effect**: Choose from various hover animations like scale, rotate, or slide
7. **Transition speed**: Adjust how quickly the hover effect occurs

These interactive elements enhance user experience by providing visual feedback when users interact with your buttons.

= 🛒 Can I use Advanced Buttons with WooCommerce or other e-commerce plugins? =

Yes, Advanced Buttons integrate seamlessly with WooCommerce and other e-commerce platforms:

1. **Product pages**: Add custom "Add to Cart" or "View Details" buttons
2. **Category pages**: Create stylish "Browse Products" buttons
3. **Checkout process**: Enhance your checkout flow with clear "Proceed to Checkout" buttons
4. **Special offers**: Highlight discounts or limited-time offers with attention-grabbing buttons
5. **Custom product actions**: Link buttons to specific product actions or variations

This integration allows you to maintain consistent branding throughout your e-commerce experience while potentially improving conversion rates with strategic button placement and design.

= 🧩 Is Advanced Button Block compatible with my theme? =

The Advanced Button Block is designed to be universally compatible with all WordPress themes, including:

1. **Popular theme frameworks**: Works flawlessly with Astra, Kadence, GeneratePress, Divi, and more
2. **Block-based themes**: Fully compatible with Full Site Editing (FSE) and block-based themes
3. **Custom themes**: Integrates with custom WordPress themes without conflicts
4. **Legacy themes**: Functions correctly with older themes that support the block editor

In the rare case of a compatibility issue, our comprehensive settings allow you to adjust button styling to match your theme's design patterns.

= 💻 Do I need coding knowledge to use Advanced Button Block? =

No coding knowledge is required! The Advanced Button Block features:

1. **Visual editor**: Everything is controlled through an intuitive visual interface
2. **Real-time preview**: See your changes as you make them
3. **Drag-and-drop controls**: Adjust settings with simple sliders and toggles
4. **Preset styles**: Apply professional designs with a single click
5. **Guided options**: Clear labels and tooltips explain each setting

Even complete beginners can create professional-looking buttons within minutes of installing the plugin. However, for advanced users, there are options to add custom CSS classes for further customization if desired.

= ⭐ Is there a premium version with more features? =

Yes, we offer a premium version that extends the capabilities of Advanced Button Block:

1. **Extended template library**: Access 50+ additional professional button templates
2. **Advanced animation effects**: Create complex multi-step animations and interactions
3. **Conditional display**: Show different buttons based on user behavior or status
4. **A/B testing integration**: Test different button styles to optimize conversions
5. **Analytics integration**: Track button performance with popular analytics platforms
6. **Priority support**: Get faster responses from our dedicated support team
7. **Early access**: Receive new features before they're available in the free version

You can upgrade to the premium version directly from your WordPress dashboard after installing the free version.

== Screenshots ==

1. **Advanced Button Interface** - The interactive advanced button that engages visitors.
2. **Settings Page** - Configure your advanced button settings for better customization.
3. **Responsive Design** - The plugin works seamlessly on both desktop and mobile devices

== Changelog ==

  **= 1.0.0 - 16-04-2025 =**
  - Initial Released
