APL Quick View
Add a Quick View feature to your WooCommerce store with customizable options for modal and drawer display, button styles, and product information.
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APL Quick View shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.7 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where APL Quick View stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| modal | >100 |
| product lightbox | >100 |
| product-preview | >100 |
| quick view | >100 |
| woocommerce | >100 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 9 reviews
About APL Quick View
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
Transform your WooCommerce store into a seamless shopping experience with APL Quick View. This powerful WooCommerce Quick View plugin enables customers to preview product details instantly in a customizable modal or drawer, ensuring a faster and smoother shopping experience.
Key benefits of APL Quick View:
- Faster Decision-Making:
- Instantly access essential product information, including images, descriptions, and pricing, without navigating to a new page.
- Customizable Interface:
- Tailor the Quick View modal or drawer to match your store’s branding and layout for a cohesive shopping experience.
- Improved User Experience:
- Enhance customer satisfaction by reducing clicks and providing a more streamlined path to purchase.
- Increased Conversions:
- Keep customers engaged by allowing them to explore and add products to their cart directly from the Quick View window.
Make shopping faster, easier, and more enjoyable with APL Quick View—designed to elevate your WooCommerce store’s performance and delight your customers.
Free version features
- Enable Quick View functionality:
- Enable Quick View for WooCommerce products, allowing customers to preview items instantly.
- Enable Quick View on mobile devices:
- Activate Quick View for mobile devices to ensure a responsive and seamless experience.
- Activate Lightbox for an enhanced viewing experience:
- Add a Lightbox effect to zoom and focus on product images.
- Allow product navigation within the Quick View window:
- Enable seamless navigation between products directly in Quick View.
- Select the preferred Quick View mode:
- Choose between modal or drawer display options for Quick View.
- Customize the modal display effect:
- Personalize the animation and appearance of the Quick View modal.
- Choose the type of Quick View button display:
- Select between text, icon, or combination button styles for Quick View.
- Set the label text for the Quick View button:
- Customize the text displayed on the Quick View button.
- Upload a custom icon for the Quick View button:
- Add a unique icon to make the Quick View button visually distinct.
- Define the placement of the Quick View button:
- Position the button on the product page, such as below “Add to Cart.”
- Show the product image in the Quick View window:
- Display a high-resolution image to highlight the product visually.
- Display the product name in Quick View:
- Include the product title for easy identification.
- Include product ratings for a better overview:
- Show product reviews and ratings to build customer trust.
- Show the product price in the Quick View window:
- Provide clear pricing information in the Quick View.
- Display a brief product description (excerpt):
- Highlight key product details with a concise description.
- Add an ‘Add to Cart’ button in Quick View:
- Allow customers to purchase products directly from the Quick View.
- Display product meta details in Quick View:
- Show additional product information, such as categories or tags.
- Show the full product description:
- Include the complete product details for an in-depth overview.
- Customize product image width (in pixels):
- Adjust the width of the product image for an optimal display.
- Customize product image height (in pixels):
- Set the height of the product image to fit your design needs.
- Include a ‘View Details’ button for additional information:
- Add a button to redirect customers to the full product page.
- Set the background color of the modal window:
- Match the modal’s background color with your store theme.
- Customize the color of the modal window close button:
- Personalize the close button’s color for better visibility.
- Set the Quick View button color:
- Choose a button color that complements your store’s branding.
- Choose the text color for the Quick View button:
- Adjust the button text color for better readability.
- Customize the hover color for the Quick View button:
- Define the button color when hovered for a dynamic effect.
- Set the hover text color for the Quick View button:
- Change the button text color on hover for added emphasis.
Curious to see the plugin in action? Check out the live demo of the free version >.
This plugin offers complete customization to seamlessly integrate with your WooCommerce store’s design and improve the user experience.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later. For more details, see https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html.
Installation
- Unzip the downloaded zip file.
- Upload the plugin folder into the
wp-content/plugins/directory of your WordPress site. - Activate
APL Quick Viewfrom Plugins page.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin work with any WooCommerce theme?
Yes, the plugin works smoothly with most themes that are compatible with WooCommerce.
Can I change the appearance of the Quick View popup?
Definitely! You can customize colors, button styles, the modal or drawer layout, and even add your own custom CSS for further personalization.
Does this plugin work on mobile devices?
Yes, you can easily enable Quick View on mobile devices via the settings.
Is the lightbox feature optional?
Yes, you have the option to enable or disable the lightbox feature in the settings.
Is the Flexslider feature optional?
Yes, you can enable or disable the Flexslider feature through the settings.
Changelog
1.0.0
- Initial release includes comprehensive Quick View customization features.
1.0.1
- Fixed Plugin URI issue.
- Fixed Sanitization issue.
1.0.2
- Update readme file.
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FAQ
APL Quick View: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 1, 2026
Is APL Quick View free?
Yes. APL Quick View is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is APL Quick View safe to use in 2026?
APL Quick View shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use APL Quick View?
APL Quick View is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 781 times since it launched in December 2024. It was downloaded 53 times in the last 30 days.
Does APL Quick View work with WordPress 7.1?
APL Quick View is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does APL Quick View need?
APL Quick View requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was APL Quick View last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on March 13, 2025 (2 years ago).
Who makes APL Quick View?
APL Quick View is developed and maintained by Algorithus.
What are the best alternatives to APL Quick View?
The most popular alternatives to APL Quick View are Firelight Lightbox (200K+ installs), Lightbox & Modal Popup Word… (100K+ installs) and Popup Box (50K+ installs).
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