Are you looking for a simple and effective way to highlight code snippets on your WordPress website? Look no further! The Enlighter plugin is here to help. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of installing and using the Enlighter plugin in WordPress.
Step 1: Download and Extract the Plugin
The first step is to download the Enlighter plugin. You can find the plugin on the official WordPress plugin repository or on the developer’s website. Once you have downloaded the plugin, extract the contents of the .zip file to your computer.
Step 2: Upload the Plugin to WordPress
Next, you need to upload the plugin to your WordPress website. Login to your WordPress admin dashboard and navigate to the ‘Plugins’ section. Click on ‘Add New’ and then ‘Upload Plugin’. Choose the enlighter.zip file that you extracted in the previous step and click ‘Install Now’.
Step 3: Activate the Plugin
After the plugin has been uploaded, you need to activate it. Go to the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress and find the Enlighter plugin. Click on the ‘Activate’ button to enable the plugin on your website.
Step 4: Configure the Plugin Settings
Once the plugin is activated, you can configure its settings. Go to the ‘Settings’ menu in WordPress and click on ‘Enlighter’. On the settings page, you can choose the default theme that you want to use for the code snippets. There are several themes available, so choose the one that suits your website’s design.
Step 5: Add Code Snippets to Your Posts or Pages
Now that the plugin is installed and configured, you can start adding code snippets to your posts or pages. If you are using the Gutenberg editor, you can simply add an Enlighter code block from the Gutenberg Blocks menu. If you are using the Classic Editor, you can find the Enlighter toolbar in the editor and use it to insert code snippets.
That’s it! You have successfully installed and set up the Enlighter plugin in WordPress. Now you can easily highlight code snippets on your website and make them more readable for your visitors.
Conclusion
The Enlighter plugin is a great tool for anyone who wants to showcase code snippets on their WordPress website. With its easy installation process and user-friendly interface, it is a must-have for developers and programmers. So go ahead, download the plugin, follow the steps mentioned in this blog post, and start highlighting your code snippets today!