How to Create a Slider Carousel Using File Manager for Dropbox?

With the Slider Carousel Module in File Manager for Dropbox, you can showcase images or media files from Dropbox in a smooth, responsive carousel. This is perfect for portfolios, galleries, banners, or featured media sections.

Step 1: Choose the Slider Carousel Module

• Go to File Manager for Dropbox > Module Builder from your WordPress dashboard.
• Click Add New Module.
• Select Slider Carousel from the module list.
• Optionally, set a Shortcode Title to easily identify the module.

Step 2: Configure the Source Tab

In the Source tab, select the Dropbox files or folders you want to display in the slider.

1. Click the File button or use the Select Box to choose files or folders.
2. You can also drag and select multiple folders using your mouse.

Step 3: Configure the Filter Tab

Use the Filter tab to control which files appear in the carousel.

• Allowed Extensions: Specify file types such as jpg, png, gif. Leave empty to allow all file types.
• Maximum File Numbers: Limit how many files are displayed in the slider.

Step 4: Configure the Advanced Tab

Customize the layout, animation, and behavior of the slider carousel.

• Container Size: Set the height and width using values like 360px or 80%. Leave empty for default.
• Module Theme: Choose between light mode and dark mode.
• File Loading Type: How many files to display initially.
• Border & Box Visibility: Turn on this option to hide the border and box.
• Enable Auto File Fetching: Automatically display newly uploaded Dropbox files.
• Slider Direction: Select the direction of the slider.
• Slider Type: Choose Horizontal or Vertical.
• Slider Effect: Select animation effects such as Slide, Fade, or Flip.
• Show Overlay: Show overlay on hover.
  • Show Slider Caption: Show/ hide the slider caption.
• Navigation: Show Arrows, Dots, both, or disable navigation.
• Responsive Slide Display: Control how many slides show on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
• Image Quality: Select the quality between Original, Large, Medium, or Thumbnail.
• Gap: Set spacing between slides.
• Border Radius: Apply rounded corners to slider items.
• Autoplay Speed: Set the slide interval in milliseconds (for example, 3000).
• Loop Sliders: Enable automatic sliding.
• Mouse Control: Allow mouse or touch interaction.
• Sorting: Sort files by Name, Size, Created Date, or Updated Date in ascending or descending order.

Step 5: Configure the Permissions Tab

Control who can access and view the slider carousel.

• Enable Password Protection: Require a password to access the slider.
  • Password: Set a secure password.
• Display For: Choose visibility.
  • Everyone: Visible to all visitors.
  • Logged: Visible only to logged-in users.
• User Access: When Logged is selected, restrict access further.
  • Role-Based Access: Allow access by user role.
  • User-Based Access: Allow access for specific users.
• Show Denied Message: Display a custom message if access is restricted.

Output

After saving the module, copy the generated shortcode and paste it into any post or page.
Your selected Dropbox files will appear in a smooth, responsive slider carousel with full control over layout, animation, and access.