=== LDM Lightbox for Gallery and Image Blocks ===

Contributors: lizdmukami
Tags: gallery, lightbox, image viewer, image zoom, block editor
Requires at least: 4.7
Tested up to: 7.0
Requires PHP: 7.0
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A lightweight Gutenberg Gallery lightbox plugin with fullscreen viewing, next/previous navigation, keyboard controls and responsive design.

== Description ==

Gutenberg Gallery Lightbox adds a modern fullscreen image viewing experience to native WordPress Gutenberg Gallery Blocks and Image Blocks.

Created by Liz Mukami, a WordPress Developer based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Features:

* Automatic lightbox support for Gutenberg Gallery Blocks
* Automatic support for Gutenberg Image Blocks
* Fullscreen image viewing
* Previous and next image navigation
* Keyboard arrow controls
* ESC key close support
* Responsive mobile-friendly layout
* No shortcode required
* No settings page required
* No frontend branding added

Install and activate the plugin and enjoy a seamless image viewing experience throughout your website.

Author Portfolio:
https://lizdmukami.github.io/Liz-Wambeti-Portfolio/

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin ZIP through Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
2. Activate the plugin.
3. Create or edit a Gutenberg gallery.
4. Click any image to open the lightbox.

No setup required.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does this work with existing galleries? =

Yes. Existing Gutenberg galleries automatically receive lightbox functionality after activation.

= Does it support keyboard navigation? =

Yes. Use:

* Left Arrow
* Right Arrow
* Escape

= Does it add external links or branding? =

No.

== Screenshots ==

1. Native Gutenberg gallery enhanced with lightbox support.
2. Fullscreen image viewing with next and previous navigation.
3. Responsive mobile lightbox experience.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =

* Initial release.
* Gutenberg Gallery support.
* Gutenberg Image Block support.
* Fullscreen lightbox.
* Next and previous navigation.
* Keyboard navigation.
* Responsive design.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =

Initial release.