WordPress Plugin Alternatives to SharePoint
When businesses think about document management, team collaboration, or creating an internal knowledge base, Microsoft SharePoint is often one of the first platforms that comes to mind. It’s a powerful enterprise solution with extensive capabilities, but it’s not always the right fit for every organization. Whether you’re building a company intranet, creating a secure document […]
Choosing a Website Accessibility Tool
Website accessibility is essential for ensuring that all users, regardless of their abilities, can navigate and interact with your site. With nearly 1 in 5 people in the U.S. having some form of disability, making your website accessible is not only a legal requirement (under the ADA) but also the right thing to do. Fortunately, […]
How to Organize a WordPress Media Library
As your WordPress website grows, so does your Media Library. Over time, you may accumulate hundreds—or even thousands—of images, PDFs, videos, and other files. While it’s easy to upload files as you go, a cluttered, disorganized Media Library can become a real problem. Not only does it take up valuable server space, but it can […]
Is the Default WordPress Search Good Enough for Your Site?
Are you using the default WordPress search function on your site? You know that we’re HUGE fans of WordPress and all that it can offer–but sometimes an upgraded function is required. With at least 30% of your website visitors using the search box when it’s offered (source: UXBooth), you want to be sure you’re helping […]
Why You Should Choose WooCommerce for Online Store Accessibility
Imagine a digital world where everyone, regardless of their physical abilities, can navigate through online stores, making purchases with ease. Thanks to WooCommerce’s commitment to accessibility, this vision is a reality for WordPress websites. In this blog post, we delve into why WooCommerce is good for accessibility, shedding light on the innovative features and thoughtful […]
Maximize Usability: Build Accessible Forms with Gravity Forms
Imagine navigating a website where every click feels like a triumph and every form submission a victory. For many users, this dream is far from reality due to inaccessible web design. As the digital world expands, so does our responsibility to ensure that everyone—regardless of ability—can participate fully and seamlessly. This brings us to one of the most powerful tools for WordPress: Gravity Forms. While this versatile plugin is known for its robust form-building capabilities, its true potential lies in creating accessible forms that maximize usability for all users.
Accessibility isn’t just a trend or a regulatory checkbox; it’s a pathway to inclusivity and better user experiences. When you build accessible forms with Gravity Forms, you are not only improving your site’s functionality but also opening doors to a broader audience. From visually impaired individuals relying on screen readers to those who navigate through keyboards, accessible forms ensure that no one is left behind. This blog post will delve into the practical steps and best practices for harnessing Gravity Forms to create forms that are as inclusive as they are effective. Ready to make your website a more welcoming place? Read on to discover how you can achieve this.
Updating WordPress Plugins: A Guide
Are you unsure about updating WordPress plugins? Here’s our summary of this essential website maintenance task. As we mentioned in our article on the top five crucial steps to WordPress maintenance, updating your WordPress core software and plugins is very important. Out-of-date plugins is one way that your site can become infected with malware. So […]
Choosing WordPress Plugins: Like Being a Kid in a Candy Store
Do you have difficulty choosing WordPress plugins? If you find the whole experience overwhelming – like being a kid in a candy store – read on. What are Plugins? Plugins extend the functionality of WordPress and are a great way to add sophisticated features to your website. And all without the need for custom coding. […]
Quick Tips for Choosing a WordPress Plugin
If you need help choosing a WordPress plugin, we’re here to make it easier! Check out our top tips for keeping your site functioning and safe. About WordPress Plugins WordPress plugins give you an easy way to add sophisticated functionality to your website. Used properly, they can increase user engagement and save you hours of […]
Could You Have Too Many Plugins?
Do you think you have too many plugins? Here’s what we think about this common concern. Website Load Time is Important The 8 Second Rule states that a user is likely to abandon your website if it takes 8 seconds or longer to load. Current research suggests that the time users are willing to wait for […]
The Best Forms Plugins for Your WordPress Website
What are the best forms plugins? Keep reading to find my analysis on the current available options and how best to use them. Below is the presentation I did last week at the Digital Marketing for Business 2015 conference in Raleigh, NC. It’s a fantastic conference, and this year they had an all-WordPress track for […]