=== Caledros Basic Blocks === Contributors: @darnado Tags: gutenberg, block editor, custom blocks Tested up to: 6.8 Stable tag: 1.0.0 Requires PHP: 8.0 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html Caledros Basic Blocks adds 18 new lightweight blocks to the Gutenberg editor. == Description == Supercharge your WordPress site with Caledros Basic Blocks – a collection of 18 lightweight, performance-optimized Gutenberg blocks designed to extend the capabilities of the WordPress block editor without slowing down your site. Unlike many block libraries that add unnecessary bloat, Caledros Basic Blocks focuses on efficiency and speed. Each block is crafted to deliver essential functionality while keeping your site lean. The plugin includes a built-in CSS stylesheet preloader, ensuring faster page load times by optimizing the delivery of block styles. This feature can be easily disabled if preferred, giving you full control over performance tuning. = Features: = * Adds 18 new custom Gutenberg blocks * Flex and grid containers blocks included * Dark/Light mode block included * Blocks built with performance and minimalism in mind * Includes a toggleable preloader for CSS stylesheets to improve loading speed * Enable featured images for post categories * Clean, modern design for seamless visual integration * Fully responsive and compatible with Full Site Editing Themes Perfect for developers, designers, and content creators who want more control and better performance without the overhead of large block libraries. = Contact information = You can contact me at: info@caledrosforge.com For more information about my projects, you can visit my website: (caledrosforge.com) = Third Party Resources = Caledros Basic Blocks bundles the following third-party resources: 1. Icons 1.1. Bootstrap Icons, Copyright (c) 2019-2024 The Bootstrap Authors The icons (SVG files) used in the Icon block and the Social Icon block were downloaded from Bootstrap Icons. Additionally, the four icons (user, date, category, and tag) used in the Posts Loop block were also sourced from Bootstrap Icons. Bootstrap Icons are licensed under the MIT License. Source: (https://github.com/twbs/icons) and (https://icons.getbootstrap.com/) License information last verified on: May 21st, 2025 2. Libraries 2.1. Swiper JS, Copyright (c) 2019 Vladimir Kharlampidi Both the Slider block and the Image Gallery block use the Swiper library, which is licensed under the MIT License. Source: (https://github.com/nolimits4web/swiper) and (https://swiperjs.com/) License information last verified on: May 14th, 2025 3. Images 3.1. Placeholder Background (placeholder-background.webp.webp, placeholder-background.d25a2ca6.webp) Used in the Category Loop and Posts Loop blocks. Photo by JJ Skys the Limit. Used under the Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license. Source: (https://stocksnap.io/photo/ocean-water-9GQ5H2U69S) License information last verified on: May 22nd, 2025 3.2. Bird (bird.webp) Used in the Image Gallery block Photo by Jack Bulmer. Used under the Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license. Source: (https://skitterphoto.com/photos/10862/angry-bird) License information last verified on: June 6th, 2025 3.3. Flower (flower.webp) Used in the Image Gallery block Photo by ekrem. Used under the Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license. Source: (https://skitterphoto.com/photos/8698/rose) License information last verified on: June 6th, 2025 3.4. Pier (pier.webp) Used in the Image Gallery block Photo by Peter Heeling. Used under the Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license. Source: (https://skitterphoto.com/photos/378/pier-zuidlaardermeer) License information last verified on: June 6th, 2025 == Frequently Asked Questions == = What is Caledros Basic Blocks = Caledros Basic Blocks is a lightweight WordPress plugin that adds 18 custom Gutenberg blocks to enhance your content creation experience while keeping your website fast and optimized. = What makes this plugin performance-friendly? = Caledros Basic Blocks is developed using the official @wordpress/scripts toolkit, which ensures clean, modern, and optimized code for Gutenberg blocks. Some blocks also leverage the WordPress Interactivity API to deliver smooth, responsive user interactions without adding unnecessary overhead. Additionally, the plugin features a built-in CSS preloader that efficiently loads stylesheets to reduce render-blocking and improve page load times. This careful focus on best practices and minimal dependencies helps keep your site lightweight and fast. = Can I disable the CSS preloader? = Yes, the CSS preloader feature is optional and can be easily deactivated in the plugin settings if you prefer to manage styles differently. = Are the blocks compatible with all themes? = The blocks are designed to work seamlessly with any modern, well-coded WordPress theme as long as the Gutenberg editor is enabled on your site. Since Caledros Basic Blocks extends the Gutenberg block editor, it requires the block editor to be active to function properly. = Do I need to know how to code to use these blocks? = Not at all! All blocks are fully integrated into the Gutenberg editor and can be used visually with no coding required. = Will this plugin slow down my site? = No. Caledros Basic Blocks is specifically built to enhance performance, not hinder it. The plugin is lightweight and optimized for speed. However, other third party plugins can slow down your website if they are used together with Caledros Basic Blocks. == Changelog == = 1.0.0 = * Added 18 custom Gutenberg blocks * Implemented CSS stylesheet preloader for improved performance (can be disabled) * Compatible with all themes that support the Gutenberg editor == Upgrade Notice == = Version 1.0.0 = Welcome to the first release of Caledros Basic Blocks! This version introduces 18 new performance-optimized Gutenberg blocks. The plugin includes an optional CSS preloader.