Grids of Posts – WPBakery Addons

Introduction to Grids of Posts - WPBakery Addons

Grids of Posts is a popular WordPress plugin developed by WPBakery Addons, a well-known WordPress developer. This plugin allows you to create stunning grids of posts, images, videos, and other content using a drag-and-drop builder. With Grids of Posts, you can easily manage and display your content in a visually appealing way, perfect for blogs, websites, and online magazines. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to use Grids of Posts and create amazing grids of content for your WordPress website.

Table of Contents

1. Getting Started with Grids of Posts
   • Installing and activating the plugin
   • Setting up the plugin settings
2. Creating a Grid
   • Dragging and dropping elements to create a grid
   • Configuring grid settings, such as layout, margins, and padding
   • Adding content to your grid
3. Customizing Your Grid
   • Styling grid elements, such as backgrounds, borders, and fonts
   • Adding images, videos, and other multimedia content
   • Setting up filtering and sorting options
4. Using Advanced Features
   • Using conditional logic to filter posts
   • Creating nested grids
   • Customizing the grid layout on different devices
5. Troubleshooting Common Issues
   • Solving common errors and troubleshooting tips

Getting Started with Grids of Posts

Before we dive into the tutorial, make sure you have the following requirements met:

• WordPress installed and activated
• Grids of Posts plugin installed and activated
• WPBakery Page Builder plugin installed and activated

Installing and Activating the Plugin

To install the Grids of Posts plugin, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the Plugins tab.
2. Click the "Add New" button and upload the Grids of Posts plugin zip file.
3. Activate the plugin.
4. If prompted, install and activate the WPBakery Page Builder plugin if you haven't already.

Setting up the Plugin Settings

To set up the plugin settings, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the Settings tab.
2. Scroll down to the Grids of Posts section and click the "Settings" link.
3. Configure your settings as desired, such as the grid layout, margin, and padding.

Creating a Grid

Now that you have installed and set up the plugin, let's create a grid. Follow these steps:

1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the Page or Post you want to edit.
2. Click the "Add Element" button and search for "Grid of Posts".
3. Drag and drop the Grid of Posts element to the desired location on your page.
4. Configure your grid settings, such as the layout, margin, and padding.
5. Add content to your grid by dragging and dropping the desired elements, such as posts, images, videos, and more.

Configuring Grid Settings

To configure your grid settings, follow these steps:

1. Click the grid element to open the Grid of Posts settings panel.
2. Configure your grid settings, such as:
   • Layout: Select the grid layout you prefer, such as Masonry or Flexbox.
   • Margin: Set the margin between grid elements.
   • Padding: Set the padding between grid elements.

Adding Content to Your Grid

To add content to your grid, follow these steps:

1. Click the grid element to open the Grid of Posts settings panel.
2. Click the "Add Elements" button to add a new element to your grid.
3. Select the type of element you want to add, such as a post, image, video, or more.
4. Configure your element settings, such as the post thumbnail, title, and text.

In the next part of this tutorial, we will explore how to customize your grid and add more advanced features.