LDM Lightbox for Gallery and Image Blocks

Description

Gutenberg Gallery Lightbox adds a modern fullscreen image viewing experience to native WordPress Gutenberg Gallery Blocks and Image Blocks.

Created by Liz Mukami, a WordPress Developer based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Features:

  • Automatic lightbox support for Gutenberg Gallery Blocks
  • Automatic support for Gutenberg Image Blocks
  • Fullscreen image viewing
  • Previous and next image navigation
  • Keyboard arrow controls
  • ESC key close support
  • Responsive mobile-friendly layout
  • No shortcode required
  • No settings page required
  • No frontend branding added

Install and activate the plugin and enjoy a seamless image viewing experience throughout your website.

Author Portfolio:
https://lizdmukami.github.io/Liz-Wambeti-Portfolio/

Installation

  1. Upload the plugin ZIP through Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
  2. Activate the plugin.
  3. Create or edit a Gutenberg gallery.
  4. Click any image to open the lightbox.

No setup required.

FAQ

Does this work with existing galleries?

Yes. Existing Gutenberg galleries automatically receive lightbox functionality after activation.

Does it support keyboard navigation?

Yes. Use:

  • Left Arrow
  • Right Arrow
  • Escape

Does it add external links or branding?

No.

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Contributors & Developers

“LDM Lightbox for Gallery and Image Blocks” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Contributors

Changelog

1.0.0

  • Initial release.
  • Gutenberg Gallery support.
  • Gutenberg Image Block support.
  • Fullscreen lightbox.
  • Next and previous navigation.
  • Keyboard navigation.
  • Responsive design.