The Universal Filter is a powerful and versatile plugin for Squarespace websites that allows users to filter and sort various types of content with ease. This plugin is compatible with both Squarespace 7.0 and 7.1 versions, making it accessible to a wide range of users.
Key Features
The Universal Filter plugin offers several impressive capabilities:
Versatile Filtering: It can filter and sort data from various Squarespace elements, including List Collections (Categories, Tags, Dropdowns), Blocks (Blogs, Products, Gallery, Events, Albums), and more.
Customization: The plugin is easily configurable and flexible, allowing users to tailor it to their specific needs.
Wide Compatibility: It works with multiple Squarespace elements, including Blog, Products, Gallery, Events, Album, Custom Post Types, Summary Blocks, and even some Index structures for Galleries.
Installation and Support
While some basic coding knowledge (JavaScript and CSS) is helpful, the plugin offers:
Basic Support: Free assistance for installing and activating the Filter's basic configuration.
Paid Support: Available for users who need more advanced customization or lack coding experience.
Pricing and License
The Universal Filter plugin is priced at $74, offering excellent value for its capabilities:
The license doesn't expire and can be used multiple times on the same website.
It's usable on trial accounts and even on Basic Accounts through a workaround.
Limitations and Considerations
Users should be aware of a few limitations:
The plugin doesn't handle additional item loading beyond the block type's limit (usually 20-30 items).
For loading more items, users may need to combine it with the Lazy Summaries plugin.
Conclusion
The Universal Filter plugin is an excellent tool for Squarespace users looking to enhance their website's functionality and user experience. Its versatility, ease of use, and affordable pricing make it a valuable addition to any Squarespace site.To complement this blog post, you can include four instructional videos demonstrating:
Basic installation and setup of the Universal Filter plugin
Customizing filter options for different content types (e.g., products, blog posts)
Advanced filtering techniques, such as nested filters and multiple filter instances
Combining the Universal Filter with other plugins like Lazy Summaries for enhanced functionality
These videos will provide visual guidance and help users make the most of this powerful Squarespace plugin.