=== Animation Builder ===
Contributors: toastwebsites, aaronj1998, davros20
Tags: Animation, Animate, CSS
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Stable tag: 5.0.2
Requires PHP: 7.0
License: GPLv3
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

A highly customisable, yet user friendly interface for applying web animations to the frontend of your website.

== Description ==
<h3>Add motion, energy, and personality to your website — with Animation Builder.</h3>
Animation Builder lets you craft everything from subtle transitions to complex, multi-stage animations — all within the familiar WordPress ecosystem.

With intuitive controls and powerful features, you can build animations that respond to triggers, follow logical rules, and combine seamlessly to create a rich, interactive experience on your website — all with a fraction of the effort typically required.

<h3>The 4 types of animation included within Animation Builder</h3>
Animation Builder is designed to make animations effortless for everyone — whether you’re a seasoned developer or someone who has never touched JavaScript. With multiple ways to create and trigger animations, you have complete freedom to choose the approach that works best for you.

<strong>1. Simple Animation Builder</strong>
A clean, visual interface for creating smooth, single-step transitions. Ideal for quick enhancements when you need movement without complexity.

<strong>2. Advanced Timeline Builder</strong>
The heart of Animation Builder — a full-fledged timeline editor that lets you design professional, multi-stage animations with precision and control. No coding required, just creativity and a bit of animation logic.

<strong>3. Ready-to-Use CSS Classes</strong>
Instantly add motion to any element with our library of predefined CSS animations. Perfect for quick effects that grab attention — no setup required.

<strong>4. Legacy Activations</strong>
A tried-and-true method for scroll-based effects. Elements activate as they enter the viewport, enabling elegant CSS transitions between states — great for subtle, performance-friendly animations.


<h3>Features</h3>
<strong>Lightweight & performant</strong> — minimal footprint, optimized for smooth animations.
<strong>Powered by GSAP</strong> — leverages the industry-standard animation engine.
<strong>Zero-config defaults</strong> — works great out of the box.
<strong>Beginner-friendly</strong> — no coding knowledge required for basic usage.

Full documentation can be found <a href="https://www.toastplugins.co.uk/docs/animation-builder/" target="_blank">here</a>

== Installation ==
<h4>PHP 7.0 or greater is recommended before installation</h4>

<ol>
<li>Navigate to the plugins menu.</li>
<li>Search for ‘Animation Builder’ and locate the plugin within the plugin repository</li>
<li>Click ‘Install Now’ followed by ‘Activate’ to active the plugin.</li>
</ol>

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

 = Why aren't my animations working? = 

There are a few possible causes for this issue, but the most common is a JavaScript error on your site. Check your browser’s console for any error messages. If you’re unable to resolve the problem, feel free to reach out through our <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/scroll-triggered-animations/" target="_blank">support forum</a>—we’re happy to help.

== Changelog ==

= 5.0.0 =
*Initial plugin release