=== MaxGalleria: WordPress Gallery Platform === Contributors: maxfoundry, arcware, damonsharp, johnbhartley Tags: albums, gallery, gallery platform, image, images, media, flash, foto, fotoalbum, photo, photos, photo albums, picture, pictures, responsive wordpress gallery, thumbmail, thumbnails, wordpress gallery, wordpress gallery platform, wordpress gallery plugin, responsive wordpress gallery plugins, responsive, slideshows, image slider, nivo, image slide plugin, javascript rotator, javascript slider, jquery slider, photo slider, responsive image slider, responsive image slider plugin, responsive slideshow, responsive slideshow slider, responsive slider plugin, slideshow plugin, template, wordpress picture slider, wordpress responsive slider, wordpress slider, website gallery, multiple pictures, youtube, youtube video, youtube videos, youtube gallery, youtube galleries, youtube video gallery, youtube video galleries Requires at least: 3.9 Tested up to: 3.9.1 Stable tag: 2.2.2 Responsive, Easy to Use, Developer Friendly == Description == WordPress users deserve a gallery plugin that doesn't frustrate them as they use it - they want a gallery plugin that is actually a joy to use. Other gallery plugins claim to be the best simply because they've been around the longest and have the most downloads. But we know better. MaxGalleria helps change the game by giving users a streamlined experience for creating and managing responsive WordPress galleries that look great on any device. = Useful Info = * [What Is a WordPress Gallery Platform?](http://maxgalleria.com/blog/what-is-a-wordpress-gallery-platform/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=what-is-wordpress-gallery-platform&utm_campaign=plugin) * [How to Upgrade to MaxGalleria 2.0](http://maxgalleria.com/blog/upgrade-maxgalleria-2-0/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=how-to-upgrade-maxgalleria-2&utm_campaign=plugin) = Responsive for All Devices = From iPhones to iPads to Androids to desktops, MaxGalleria provides a great viewing experience no matter the device your galleries are seen on. = Superior Workflow = MaxGalleria provides a highly streamlined user interface that makes it as straightforward as possible to create and manage your galleries. = Best Alternative to NextGEN = Frustrated with the NextGEN Gallery plugin? You're not alone. Import your NextGEN galleries into MaxGalleria with just a couple clicks. = Use Only What You Need = Don't get bogged down with useless features. MaxGalleria gives you all the essentials, then lets you pick and choose [enhanced functionality](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/category/addons/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=enhanced-functionality&utm_campaign=plugin). = Ready-Made Templates = MaxGalleria includes several [gallery layouts and skins](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/category/addons/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=gallery-layouts-skins&utm_campaign=plugin), each with plenty of options to customize your galleries just how you like. = Built for Developers = The MaxGalleria gallery platform was created with developers in mind. You'll find countless [actions and filters](http://maxgalleria.com/documentation/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=actions-filters&utm_campaign=plugin) to make your heart sing. = Addons to Enhance Your Gallery Experience = Many people will find the core MaxGalleria plugin all they will ever need; however, some people will want to take their gallery experience further. And to do help them do that, there are several addons available: * [MaxGalleria Albums](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/maxgalleria-albums/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-albums&utm_campaign=plugin) - Organize your galleries into albums * [MaxGalleria Facebook](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/maxgalleria-facebook/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-facebook&utm_campaign=plugin) - Add Facebook photos to your galleries * [MaxGalleria Image Carousel](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/maxgalleria-image-carousel/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-image-carousel&utm_campaign=plugin) - Turn your galleries into carousels * [MaxGalleria Image Showcase](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/maxgalleria-image-showcase/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-image-showcase&utm_campaign=plugin) - Showcase your high-resolution images * [MaxGalleria Image Slider](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/maxgalleria-image-slider/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-image-slider&utm_campaign=plugin) - Turn your galleries into sliders * [MaxGalleria Instagram](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/maxgalleria-instagram/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-instagram&utm_campaign=plugin) - Add Instagram images to your galleries * [MaxGalleria Video Showcase](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/maxgalleria-video-showcase/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-video-showcase&utm_campaign=plugin) - Showcase your videos * [MaxGalleria Vimeo](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/maxgalleria-vimeo/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-vimeo&utm_campaign=plugin) - Add Vimeo videos to your galleries = Features at a Glance = MaxGalleria is stuffed full of all the features and functionality you need to easily create and manage your image and video galleries in WordPress. * Responsive galleries * Unlimited number of galleries * Native integration with WP media manager * Select multiple images from media manager * Add images from your computer * Import galleries from NextGEN * Featured images for gallery thumbnail * YouTube video support * Lightbox effects with captions and custom sizes * Custom classes and rel attribute for thumbnails * Bulk edit functionality * Include/exclude media from galleries * Adjustable thumbnail column layouts * Square, landscape, and portrait thumbnail shapes * HTML in thumbnail captions * HTML descriptions above or below galleries * Drag-and-drop reordering of media * Shortcode for galleries * Shortcode for gallery thumbnails * Media button to insert gallery shortcodes into posts/pages * Galleries created with custom post type * Changeable slug for gallery post type * Categories and tags support * Default settings * SEO friendly captions, alt text, and titles * Compatible with WordPress Multisite * Localized strings are translation-ready * Image Tiles template and skins * Video Tiles template and skins * Developer hooks (actions and filters) * Multiple galleries on any post/page * Exclude galleries from search results * Widgets for galleries and gallery thumbnails == Screenshots == There are too many screenshots to list here, but you can [see all of them on the MaxGalleria website](http://maxgalleria.com/features/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=see-all-on-maxgalleria-website&utm_campaign=plugin). == Installation == For automatic installation: 1. Login to your website and go to the Plugins section of your admin panel. 1. Click the Add New button. 1. Under Install Plugins, click the Upload link. 1. Select the plugin zip file from your computer then click the Install Now button. 1. You should see a message stating that the plugin was installed successfully. 1. Click the Activate Plugin link. For manual installation: 1. You should have access to the server where WordPress is installed. If you don't, see your system administrator. 1. Copy the plugin zip file up to your server and unzip it somewhere on the file system. 1. Copy the "maxgalleria" folder into the /wp-content/plugins directory of your WordPress installation. 1. Login to your website and go to the Plugins section of your admin panel. 1. Look for "MaxGalleria" and click Activate. == Frequently Asked Questions == = Does MaxGalleria come with documentation? = Yes. All documentation, which includes QuickStart Guides and developer hooks references, [can be found here](http://maxgalleria.com/documentation/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=found-here&utm_campaign=plugin). = Do I have to buy any of the addons to fully enjoy MaxGalleria? = No. The MaxGalleria core plugin contains plenty of functionality to keep even the most die-hard gallery user happy. But for those looking to enhance their gallery experience, [MaxGalleria addons](http://maxgalleria.com/shop/category/addons/?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=mgrepo&utm_content=maxgalleria-addons&utm_campaign=plugin) are the perfect choice. == Changelog == = 2.2.2 = * Added hidden saves_count field back in with the template option. * Removed unnecessary wpdb->prepare statement when activating with multisite. * Used esc_attr in Image Tiles and Video Tiles templates for alt and title attributes. = 2.2.1 = * Fixed issue where importing galleries from NextGEN resulted in no images being displayed. * Fixed issue where checkbox options weren't being saved correctly. * Added media count to meta box title for both image and video galleries. = 2.2.0 = * Added gallery and gallery thumbnail widgets (a separate addon is no longer required). = 2.1.0 = * Added support for YouTube videos (a separate addon is no longer required). * Improved user experience by using tabs for gallery options instead of accordions. = 2.0.1 = * Made the Image Tiles and Video Tiles templates the defaults for image and video galleries, respectively. * Added settings for default templates to the General Settings page. * Added margin-top and margin-bottom styles for LI elements in Image Tiles and Video Tiles templates. = 2.0.0 = * Initial version of the MaxGalleria WordPress Gallery Platform. == Upgrade Notice == = 2.2.2 = Minor fixes.