Creating a vertical image carousel in Elementor is a straightforward process that allows you to display your visuals in an engaging, scrolling format. This technique is excellent for highlighting testimonials, product features, or sequential content that benefits from an upward or downward flow.
How to Build a Vertical Image Carousel in Elementor
To create a dynamic vertical image carousel in Elementor, follow these step-by-step instructions.
1. Add the Image Carousel Widget to Your Page
First, you need to add the correct widget to your Elementor canvas:
- Open your page or post in Elementor Editor.
- Search for the "Image Carousel" widget in the Elementor panel on the left.
- Drag and drop the Image Carousel widget onto your desired section of the page.
2. Populate Your Carousel with Images
Once the widget is on your page, you'll need to add the images you want to display:
- In the Content tab of the widget settings, under the Images section, click the
+icon to open the Media Library. - Select the images you wish to include in your carousel. You can select multiple images at once.
- Click Create a new gallery and then Insert gallery.
- You can reorder images by dragging them, and add captions or titles for SEO purposes.
3. Activate Vertical Slider Mode
This is the crucial step to transform your horizontal carousel into a vertical one:
- Navigate to the Style tab in the Elementor panel.
- Look for the Carousel Options section (the exact heading might vary slightly depending on your Elementor version or theme, but it will relate to carousel settings).
- Find the Slider Mode or Direction dropdown option.
- From the dropdown menu, choose Vertical. This immediately changes the orientation of your carousel.
4. Customize Your Vertical Carousel's Appearance and Behavior
After setting the vertical mode, you can further refine your carousel's look and functionality:
- Slides to Show: In the Content tab, under
Carousel Options, adjust how many slides are visible at once (e.g., 1, 2, 3). This significantly impacts the vertical flow. - Image Size: Ensure your images are appropriately sized for a vertical display. You can set a standard image size in the
Styletab underImage>Image Sizeor upload optimized images directly. - Navigation:
- Arrows: Enable or disable navigation arrows, and customize their position, size, and color in the
Styletab underNavigation. - Dots: Enable or disable pagination dots, and style them to match your design.
- Arrows: Enable or disable navigation arrows, and customize their position, size, and color in the
- Autoplay: In the
Contenttab, underCarousel Options, enable Autoplay to make the carousel scroll automatically.- Autoplay Speed: Set the duration (in milliseconds) for each slide to display before the next one appears.
- Pause on Hover: Decide if the carousel should pause when a user hovers over it.
- Transition Speed: Control how quickly slides transition from one to another in the
Contenttab. - Space Between Slides: Adjust the vertical spacing between individual images in the
Styletab. - Height: If needed, you can set a fixed height for the entire carousel container to control its vertical footprint on the page.
Why Use a Vertical Image Carousel?
Vertical carousels offer several design and user experience advantages:
- Unique Visual Flow: They stand out from standard horizontal sliders, capturing attention.
- Storytelling: Ideal for presenting a sequential narrative or step-by-step process.
- Space Efficiency: Can be excellent for long-form content or testimonials that benefit from a compact vertical layout.
- Mobile Experience: Often feel more natural for scrolling on mobile devices.
Best Practices for Vertical Carousels
- Consistent Image Dimensions: Use images with similar width-to-height ratios to prevent uneven scrolling or blank spaces.
- Optimize Image Size: Large images can slow down your site. Compress images without sacrificing quality for faster load times.
- Clear Call-to-Actions: If each slide links to a different page, ensure your CTAs are visible and easy to click.
- Test Responsiveness: Always check how your vertical carousel appears and functions on various screen sizes (desktop, tablet, mobile) to ensure a seamless user experience.
By following these steps, you can effectively implement a vertical image carousel in Elementor, enhancing your website's visual appeal and content presentation.
