Title: Chess Pattern
Author: zmumpi
Published: <strong>March 19, 2026</strong>
Last modified: March 31, 2026

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# Chess Pattern

 By [zmumpi](https://profiles.wordpress.org/zmumpi/)

[Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/chess-pattern.1.0.1.zip)

 * [Details](https://wordpress.org/plugins/chess-pattern/#description)
 * [Reviews](https://wordpress.org/plugins/chess-pattern/#reviews)
 *  [Installation](https://wordpress.org/plugins/chess-pattern/#installation)
 * [Development](https://wordpress.org/plugins/chess-pattern/#developers)

 [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/chess-pattern/)

## Description

Chess Pattern is a tool for creating visual elements in the form of a grid, or, 
figuratively, a honeycomb. Element shapes range from diamonds to circles. Basic 
properties can be customized (grid presence, line thickness, empty cells, empty 
cell size, border radius of elements, number of columns, cell spacing, and a set
of five preset and customizable color presets (linear gradient)). Individual settings(
when adding an element) include choosing a color from a preset, inserting an image,
and adding text. You can also add a custom class.

**Key Features:**
 * **Flexible Geometry:** Choose cell shapes ranging from sharp
diamonds to soft circles. * **Transparent Empty Cells:** Use empty cells to create
white space and elegant “editorial” layouts. * **Smart Presets:** 5 fully customizable
color gradient presets to match your brand. * **Responsive Control:** Independent
column settings for Desktop and Mobile views. * **Full Customization:** Control 
grid visibility, line thickness, border radius, and cell spacing.

### Support the Project

If you find this plugin useful, consider supporting its development. Your donations
help me keep the plugin updated and add new geometric features!

 * [Support on Ko-fi](https://ko-fi.com/zmumpi)

### Upgrade Notes

= 1.0.1 =
 This update improves compatibility with older WordPress installations
and PHP versions. Highly recommended for all users.

All images used in the block preview are licensed under Creative Commons Zero (CC0)
or created by the author.

## Screenshots

 * [[
 * **Editorial Art Gallery:** Use transparent cells to create sophisticated, high-
   end portfolio layouts with fine typography.
 * [[
 * **Dynamic Navigation “Show Time”:** Build modern, colorful, and engaging menus
   with clear category segmentation.
 * [[
 * **“Nav-Cloud” Alternative UX:** Create clear, airy navigation with vibrant gradients
   for key categories.
 * [[
 * **Grid Layout & Puzzle:** Technical demo showcasing custom grid presence, colors,
   border radius, and offsets.

## Blocks

This plugin provides 1 block.

 *   Chess Gallery Grid Create beautiful interactive honeycomb and chess-style grids
   with images, custom colors, and lightboxes.

## Installation

 1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/chess-pattern` directory.
 2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
 3. Use the Gutenberg editor to add the ‘Chess Gallery’ block to your page.

## Reviews

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## Contributors & Developers

“Chess Pattern” is open source software. The following people have contributed to
this plugin.

Contributors

 *   [ zmumpi ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/zmumpi/)

[Translate “Chess Pattern” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/chess-pattern)

### Interested in development?

[Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/chess-pattern/), check
out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/chess-pattern/), or subscribe
to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/chess-pattern/) 
by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/chess-pattern/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss).

## Changelog

#### 1.0.1

 * Improved compatibility: lowered requirements to WordPress 6.1 and PHP 7.2.
 * Added support for project donations via Ko-fi.
 * Refactored block registration for better performance and stability.

#### 1.0.0

 * Initial release.
 * Added custom branding and high-end UI examples.

## Meta

 *  Version **1.0.1**
 *  Last updated **4 days ago**
 *  Active installations **Fewer than 10**
 *  WordPress version ** 6.1 or higher **
 *  Tested up to **6.7.5**
 *  PHP version ** 7.2 or higher **
 *  [Advanced View](https://wordpress.org/plugins/chess-pattern/advanced/)

## Ratings

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## Contributors

 *   [ zmumpi ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/zmumpi/)

## Support

Got something to say? Need help?

 [View support forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/chess-pattern/)

## Donate

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