=== SVG Logo and Text Effects ===
Contributors: dashedslug
Donate link: https://flattr.com/profile/dashed-slug
Tags: svg, filters, effects, artistic text
Requires at least: 3.9
Tested up to: 4.6.1
Stable tag: 1.1.1
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Insert text with visually stunning SVG effects into your WordPress site.

== Description ==

[SVG Logo and Text Effects](http://www.dashed-slug.net/svg-logo-and-text-effects-wordpress-plugin) (or SLATE for short) 
is a WordPress plugin by [dashed-slug](http://dashed-slug.net)
that helps you produce visually stunning text effects using
*[SVG shortcodes](http://www.dashed-slug.net/svg-logo-and-text-effects-wordpress-plugin/svg-shortcodes-tutorial)*.

Use it to reinforce a brand identity, visually enhance your calls-to-action, or simply be more artistic,
with [SVG](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scalable_Vector_Graphics) text that you can edit at any time.
All this, without the need to resort to any image-editing software.

You can mix and match **fonts**, **colors**, **fill patterns**, and **filters**
to create unique text effects that draw attention to your content.


= easy SVG text =
Use **shortcodes** to insert fancy, eye catching text into your posts, pages or custom content.

= fonts =
Out of the box, **SVG Logo and Title Effects** comes with **Google fonts** support. You may extend your font library with **font files** that you install yourself.

= fill patterns =
Letters are filled with a **fill pattern** of your choice. Fill patterns have parameters. Control various sizes, distances and colors to produce unique variations, or let the defaults work for you.

= filter effects =
Easily pass your SVG text through filter effects such as the built-in **glow** and **drop shadow** effects, or any other filter that you install via plugins.

= presets =
Save time and use **ready-made presets** to style your SVG text. Then you can tweak the text settings to your liking.

= extensible =
Download or create **plugins** that let you use additional fonts, vector shapes, filter effects, fill patterns, and presets.

= caching =
SVG text that has already been rendered once is subsequently loaded from a DB cache, for maximal performance. **No compromises on page load speed!**

= safe fallbacks =
Old browsers that don’t support SVG rendering will fallback to the closest HTML equivalent. **Your text will be displayed no matter what!**

= documentation =
Every release comes with **PDF documents** covering more than you will ever want to know about this plugin.

= registered dashed-slug.net member? enjoy extra features! =
* **[More Shapes extension](http://www.dashed-slug.net/svg-logo-and-text-effects-extensions/more-shapes-extension/):**
  Extends the WordPress SLATE plugin to add more SVG shapes. Shapes are essentially SVG templates that allow more complex text effects.
* **[Visual Composer Integration extension](http://www.dashed-slug.net/svg-logo-and-text-effects-extensions/visual-composer-integration-extension/):**
  If you have **[Visual Composer](http://www.codecanyon.net/item/visual-composer-page-builder-for-wordpress/242431?ref=dashed-slug)** from **wpbakery** installed, you can avoid writing shortcodes altogether. Tweak your SVG text via a friendly graphical interface when you install VC integration.
* **[Site & Page Titles Replacement extension](http://www.dashed-slug.net/svg-logo-and-text-effects-extensions/titles-replacement-extension/):**
  With most themes you will be able to easily apply SVG text effects to the **site title** or the **page/post titles** when you install this plugin.
* **[Raster Fallbacks extension](http://www.dashed-slug.net/svg-logo-and-text-effects-extensions/raster-fallbacks-extension/):**
  Don’t settle for HTML fallback in legacy browsers. When you install this plugin, your SVG text is automatically rendered to **cached PNG image fallbacks**. Fallbacks are shown whenever SVG cannot be rendered for any reason.


== Installation ==

The installation instructions for this plugin are the same as for any *WordPress* plugin.

For more information on installing plugins, you can also consult the
[relevant WordPress documentation](https://codex.wordpress.org/Managing_Plugins#Manual_Plugin_Installation).

What follows is step-by-step instructions:

= Installation instructions =

1. **Make sure that you have at least WordPress version 3.9 installed, and that you are running on at least PHP 5.3.**
2. **Log in to your WordPress site** as Administrator.
   Your account will need to have the necessary permissions to install plugins.
3. **Navigate to the Plugins page**, found on the menu on the left.
4. **Click on the *Add Plugin* button.**
   If you cannot find the *Add Plugin* button, you might have a *Multisite* (aka *Network*) WordPress installation.
   If that is the case, navigate to 
   *My Sites* &rarr; *Network Admin* &rarr; *Plugins*. The *My Sites* menu is located at the top left of the screen. 
5. Once on the *Add Plugins* page, **click on the *Upload Plugin* button**.
6. **Click *Browse*.**
7. **Locate the following file** on your computer:
   `SVG_Logo_and_Text_Effects-1.1.1.zip`
7. **Click *Install Now*.** You should get the message *Plugin installed successfully.*
8. **Click on *Activate*,** (or *Network Activate* if you have a multisite installation).

You should now be ready to use *SVG Logo and Text Effects*.

= Configure settings (optional) =

To visit the plugin's settings page, navigate to *Settings* &rarr; *SVG Logo and Text Effects*.


== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Will it work in all browsers? =

Most modern browsers have support for SVG.
For the ones that don't an HTML fallback of your text is displayed.
SVG compatibility is determined on the client-side via JavaScript.
If JavaScript is disabled and SVG is unavailable, an HTML fallback is displayed.

Visit the [dashed-slug](http://dashed-slug.net/svg-logo-and-text-effects-extensions/raster-fallbacks-extension/)
to get an extension that gives you raster (.png) fallbacks.

= Will it slow down my pages? =

No, SVG code is cached server-side after it is computed, so you should not see any noticeable performance hit.

= Will I be able to figure out how to use it? =

Using SVG Logo and Text Effects is as easy as inserting shortcodes into your posts.

You can start by copy-pasting some of the
[online examples](http://dashed-slug.net/svg-logo-and-text-effects-wordpress-plugin/svg-shortcode-examples).

If you're the RTFM type of person, you can download the complete,
FREE PDF documentation from the [dashed-slug](http://dashed-slug.net) website.
Simply pick the SLATE *bundle* download from the [downloads section](http://dashed-slug.net/downloads).

= What fonts can I use? =

Out-of-the-box you can use the [Google fonts](https://www.google.com/fonts).
Read the PDF documentation for instructions on how to import any font file.

= How can I get support or submit feedback? =

Please use the [dashed-slug ticket system]()
for all issues and inquiries regarding the plugin.
For all other communication, please use [info@dashed-slug.net](mailto:info@dashed-slug.net).

== Screenshots ==

1. **SVG text shortcode example** - Entering the shortcode shown to the left, renders the text shown to the right. 

== Changelog ==

= 1.1.1 =
* Fixed issue with missing Zend tokenizer (`token_get_all()` undefined )
* Changed icon

= 1.1.0 =
* Added TinyMCE button to insert SVG shortcode presets.

= 1.0.1 =
* Added GPL text to main PHP file.
* Uninstall script now removes options from DB.

= 1.0.0 =
* Shortcodes
* Google fonts
* HTML fallbacks
* Caching

== Upgrade Notice ==

Very minor tweaks.

If you have version 1.0.0 there's no real need to upgrade to 1.0.1

== Donating ==

This is a free plugin.

If you wish, you may show your support by donating.

Donating helps the dashed-slug to design, develop, test, release and support more quality WordPress plugins.

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