=== Mold Blocks ===
Contributors: moldthemes
Tags: custom-blocks, page-builder, block-editor, gutenberg-blocks, wordpress-blocks
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 7.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A comprehensive collection of professionally designed Gutenberg blocks to enhance your WordPress site building experience.

== Description ==

Mold Blocks provides a comprehensive suite of custom Gutenberg blocks that extend the default WordPress block editor capabilities. Perfect for designers, developers, and site builders who want to create stunning websites without writing code.
Demo: https://moldblocks.moldthemes.com/

== Features ==

* **Advanced Navigation Blocks**: Enhanced navigation with mega menu support, custom positioning, and hover effects
* **Interactive Components**: Carousels, accordions, tabs, and modals for engaging user experiences
* **Content Blocks**: Text animations, counters, step-by-step guides, and more
* **Media Blocks**: Image grids, video players, logo carousels, and product galleries
* **Utility Blocks**: Loading animations, scroll-to-top buttons, dividers, and links
* **Performance Optimized**: Built with modern React standards and optimized for speed
* **Fully Responsive**: All blocks work perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
* **SEO Friendly**: Clean, semantic HTML output that search engines love
* **Theme Independent**: Works with any modern WordPress theme

== Available Blocks ==

* **Header Wrap**: Advanced header container with customization options
* **Navigation Wrap**: Enhanced navigation with mega menu support
* **Div**: Flexible divider and spacing block
* **Link**: Advanced link with styling options
* **Submenu**: Enhanced submenu with column support
* **Banner**: Eye-catching banner blocks with animations
* **List**: Customizable list blocks
* **Step**: Step-by-step process blocks
* **Loading**: Loading animation blocks
* **Icon**: Icon blocks with extensive icon library
* **Material Icon**: Google Material Design icons
* **Text Column**: Multi-column text layouts
* **Text Animate**: Animated text effects
* **Text Rotate**: Text rotation animations
* **Counter**: Animated number counters
* **Tab**: Tabbed content blocks
* **Accordion**: Collapsible content sections
* **Image Grid**: Responsive image galleries
* **Logo Carousel**: Client/partner logo sliders
* **Carousel**: Content sliders and carousels
* **Carousel Item**: Individual carousel slides
* **Read Time**: Estimated reading time blocks
* **Modal**: Popup and modal blocks
* **Video**: Video player blocks
* **Scroll Top**: Back-to-top button
* **Product Gallery Carousel**: WooCommerce product galleries

== Installation ==

1. Download the plugin from WordPress.org
2. In your WordPress admin, go to **Plugins > Add New**
3. Click **Upload Plugin** and select the downloaded zip file
4. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
5. Start using the new 'Mold Blocks' category in the Gutenberg editor

Alternatively, you can install it directly from the WordPress plugin directory:

1. In your WordPress admin, go to **Plugins > Add New**
2. Search for "Mold Blocks"
3. Click **Install Now** and then **Activate**

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does this require a specific theme? =

No, Mold Blocks works with any modern WordPress theme that supports Gutenberg. It's designed to be theme-independent.

= Is this plugin free? =

Yes, Mold Blocks is completely free and open-source, released under the GPLv2 license.

= Do I need coding knowledge to use these blocks? =

No, all blocks are designed to be used through the visual Gutenberg interface. No coding required.

= Is this plugin compatible with the latest WordPress version? =

Yes, Mold Blocks is tested and compatible with the latest WordPress version and regularly updated.

= Can I use these blocks with page builders? =

Mold Blocks is specifically designed for the Gutenberg block editor. Some page builders that support Gutenberg blocks may work, but we recommend using it with the native WordPress editor.

= Does this work with WooCommerce? =

Yes, several blocks are specifically designed for WooCommerce, including the Product Gallery Carousel. The plugin automatically detects if WooCommerce is active and enables relevant blocks.

= How do I get support? =

For support, please visit the WordPress.org support forums for this plugin or contact us through our website.

== Screenshots ==

1. Mold Blocks category in the Gutenberg editor
2. Navigation block with mega menu enabled
3. Carousel block in action
4. Accordion and tab blocks
5. Text animation effects
6. Icon and material icon selection
7. Responsive design on mobile devices

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release to WordPress.org
* 25+ custom blocks included
* Mega menu navigation support
* WooCommerce integration
* Performance optimizations
* Full responsive design
* Internationalization support

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial release of Mold Blocks to the WordPress repository. Install to start using all the advanced Gutenberg blocks!
