Cosmic Slider
Create stunning, fully responsive sliders using the Gutenberg block editor with customizable navigation, autoplay, and animation effects.
Use with caution
Cosmic Slider works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Cosmic Slider stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| block slider | >100 |
| block-editor | >100 |
| image slider | >100 |
| responsive slider | >100 |
| slider | >100 |
About Cosmic Slider
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
Cosmic Slider is a powerful and feature-rich WordPress slider plugin powered by Swiper.js, the most modern mobile touch slider library. This plugin seamlessly integrates with the WordPress Gutenberg block editor, allowing you to create beautiful, responsive sliders with rich content using blocks.
Unlike traditional image-only sliders, Cosmic Slider lets you build slides using the full power of Gutenberg blocks – add images, text, headings, videos, galleries, and any other block content to create engaging, interactive sliders.
Presentation
Features
⭐ Powered by Swiper.js – the most modern mobile slider library
⭐ Gutenberg Block Editor Integration – Create slides using any Gutenberg blocks (images, text, videos etc.)
⭐ 10+ Transition Effects – Choose from slide, fade, flip, cube, cards effects etc.
⭐ Customizable navigation arrows with multiple style options
⭐ Flexible pagination options: Bullets, Progress Bar and etc.
⭐ Autoplay functionality with customizable delay and time indicator
⭐ Background settings for both slider container and individual slides
⭐ Lazy loading images for better performance
⭐ Drag & drop to reorder slides
⭐ Shortcode support: [wpsp_slider id="123"]
⭐ Grid layout support with customizable rows and columns
⭐ Compatible with all major themes and page builders
⭐ Thumbnail Gallery – Display thumbnail gallery below the main slider with customizable size and spacing
⭐ Scrollbar Navigation – Customizable scrollbar with position options (top, bottom, left, right) and color control
⭐ Vertical Slider – Create vertical sliders with full height control
⭐ RTL Support – Right-to-left language support for international websites
⭐ Grid Layout – Enable grid layout with row or column options for multi-slide displays
⭐ Image Zoom – Pinch-to-zoom functionality for images on touch devices
⭐ Keyboard Control – Navigate sliders using arrow keys
⭐ Mousewheel Control – Scroll through slides using mouse wheel
⭐ Slides Grouping – Control how many slides advance at once
⭐ Coverflow Options – Advanced coverflow settings (rotate, stretch, depth, modifier, shadows)
⭐ Centered Slides – Center slides for better visual presentation
⭐ Slides View Auto – Automatic slides per view calculation
⭐ Fully responsive and mobile-friendly with touch gestures
⭐ Developer-Friendly – Extensible with filters and actions for customization
External Services
This plugin includes the following open-source libraries:
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Swiper.js
A modern mobile touch slider library used to power the slider functionality.
License: MIT -
wp-color-picker-alpha
An extension script for WordPress Color Picker that adds support for RGBA colors with transparency.
License: GPL-2.0+
Installation
- Upload the plugin to the
/wp-content/plugins/cosmic-slider/directory or install it via Plugins > Add New. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Navigate to Cosmic Slider in the WordPress admin menu to create a new slider.
- Add slides using the Gutenberg block editor – each slide can contain any combination of blocks (images, text, videos, etc.).
- Configure slider options in the settings tabs: Transition, Navigation, Pagination, Autoplay, Responsive, and Other Options.
- Use the shortcode
[wpsp_slider id="SLIDER_ID"]to display the slider anywhere on your site, whereSLIDER_IDis the ID of your slider.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add a slider to my page?
Use the shortcode [wpsp_slider id="SLIDER_ID"] where SLIDER_ID is the ID of the slider post. You can find the shortcode in the slider edit screen sidebar.
Does this plugin support responsive design?
Absolutely! All sliders are fully responsive and support touch gestures for mobile devices. You can also configure responsive breakpoints in the settings.
Will this work with my theme?
It works with most well-coded WordPress themes. For custom themes, minimal CSS adjustments may be needed.
Can I use multiple sliders on one page?
Yes! You can insert multiple sliders using different shortcodes on the same or different pages.
What animation effects are available?
The plugin includes 10+ transition effects: Slide, Fade, Flip etc. You can choose any of these effects in the Transition settings tab.
Changelog
Initial release.
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Swiper.js-powered responsive slider
- Multiple transition effects (slide, fade, flip, cube)
- Gutenberg block editor integration for slide content
- Admin interface with tabbed settings
- Customizable navigation arrows and pagination
- Autoplay functionality with time indicator
- Background settings for slider and slides
- Shortcode output:
[wpsp_slider id="123"] - Responsive design with mobile touch support
1.0.1
- WordPress 7.0 compatibility
Screenshots
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Best Cosmic Slider alternatives
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|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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FAQ
Cosmic Slider: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 8, 2026
Is Cosmic Slider free?
Yes. Cosmic Slider is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Cosmic Slider safe to use in 2026?
Cosmic Slider works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Cosmic Slider?
Cosmic Slider is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 523 times since it launched in March 2026. It was downloaded 61 times in the last 30 days.
Does Cosmic Slider work with WordPress 7.1?
Cosmic Slider is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Cosmic Slider need?
Cosmic Slider requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Cosmic Slider last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on April 16, 2026 (6 months ago).
Who makes Cosmic Slider?
Cosmic Slider is developed and maintained by cosmicinfosoftware.
What are the best alternatives to Cosmic Slider?
The most popular alternatives to Cosmic Slider are Simple Slider Block (600+ installs).
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