=== Image Ticker Carousel | by Creavi ===
Contributors: Creavi  
Tags: logo carousel, ticker, image slider, elementor, logo scroller
Requires at least: 5.5  
Tested up to: 6.9.1  
Stable tag: 1.1.1  
License: GPLv2 or later  
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html  

A customizable image ticker widget for Elementor — perfect for showcasing logos, partners, banners, with full control over style and behavior.

== Description ==

**Elementor Image Ticker Carousel** is a flexible and lightweight custom Elementor widget that lets you create a visually appealing, continuously scrolling ticker of images.

Use it to display logos, sponsors, featured items, or any set of images in a seamless horizontal loop. Designed to be easy to use with Elementor's native drag-and-drop interface and tons of customization options.

**Check out the live demo**: [https://wordpress.creavi.dk/image-ticker-carousel-elementor/](https://wordpress.creavi.dk/image-ticker-carousel-elementor/)
**We’re open to any suggestions!** Feel free to reach out via the support forum — we’re happy to hear your ideas and may implement them in future updates.

### Key Features

- **Multiple Image Support**  
  Easily upload and add multiple images to the carousel with optional links for each image.

- **Customizable Scroll Speed**  
  Control the scroll speed in milliseconds to fit your site’s design and user experience.

- **Infinite Looping Option**  
  Enable or disable infinite looping for seamless, continuous scrolling.

- **Background Color Customization**  
  Choose a background color for each image to match your site’s theme.

- **Customizable Border Radius**  
  Apply rounded corners to images with adjustable border radius for a softer, more modern look.

- **Adjustable Image Dimensions**  
  Set custom width and height for images with flexible units (px, %, etc.), allowing full control over image sizes.

- **Spacing Between Images**  
  Adjust the spacing between images with a simple slider, ensuring a clean and organized layout.

- **Inner Padding for Images**  
  Control the inner padding (top, right, bottom, left) for each image to fine-tune the look and feel.

- **Scroll Direction Control**  
  Choose the scroll direction: left to right or right to left, based on your design preferences.

- **Pause on Hover**  
  Allow users to pause the carousel while hovering over an image, enhancing interactivity and user experience.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
3. Make sure Elementor is installed and active.
4. Drag the **Image Ticker Scroll** widget into any Elementor section and configure your images.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does this work with Elementor Free? =  
Yes! No Pro required.

= Can I control the speed and direction? =  
Yes, both speed and direction are customizable via the widget settings.

= Can I link images to external URLs? =  
Yes, each image can have an optional link with support for `nofollow` and `open in new tab`.

= Is the ticker responsive? =  
Yes, the ticker is responsive and mobile-friendly by default.

= Will the images loop infinitely? =  
Yes, if the “Enable Infinite Loop” switch is turned on in the widget settings.

= Can I pause the scroll on hover? =  
Absolutely — there's a toggle for that too.

= Does this plugin work without Elementor? =  
No, this is an Elementor-only widget.

= Can I use custom image sizes? =  
Yes! You can manually set image width and height in the widget settings.

== Screenshots ==

1. The widget interface in the Elementor editor.  
2. Scrolling ticker example used in a hero section.  
3. Ticker showcasing custom spacing and background color.  
4. Another variation of the ticker layout.

== Changelog ==

= 1.1.1 =
* Added hover effect 

= 1.0 =
* Initial release. Features include image repeater, custom scroll speed, direction, spacing, image size, optional links, hover pause, looping, and full design controls.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0 =
First public release.