Drawer Sliding
The Drawer Sliding plugin displays content, HTML, shortcodes, menus, and carts, with horizontal sliding options to the left or right.
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Drawer Sliding shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 40/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (40+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Drawer Sliding stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| minicart | #9 |
| offcanvas | #25 |
| sliding content area | #6 |
| sliding drawer | #3 |
| woocommerce | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 3 from 2 reviews
About Drawer Sliding
From the official readme · v1.7Description
The Drawer Sliding plugin enables you to seamlessly display content, custom HTML, menus, minicarts, and shortcodes within a sliding drawer. You can configure the drawer to slide from either the left or right, offering a flexible way to incorporate hidden content areas on your site. The plugin allows for easy customization of the handle text, and you can trigger the drawer to open by clicking on a custom button, image, or any element assigned a unique drawer class. This makes it a versatile tool for enhancing user interaction with dynamic, accessible content.
Key features:
* Sliding drawer for displaying content, shortcodes, and more
* Configurable sliding direction: left or right
* Ability to add a menu within the drawer
* Setup a minicart for WooCommerce stores
* Customizable handle text for a personalized touch
* Option to open the drawer using a button, image, or custom element
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later. For more information, visit GPLv2 License.
Installation
This section describes how to install the plugin and get it working.
- Upload the ‘drawer-sliding’ folder to the ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory.
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Navigate to Dashboard Menu → Drawer to configure the plugin.
- Click on Add New to create a new drawer.
- Configure the drawer settings and details (such as content, handle text, etc.).
- Click on Publish to save your drawer.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add a drawer to my page?
To add a drawer, follow these steps: 1. Go to Dashboard → Drawer and click Add New. 2. Configure your drawer with the desired content, custom HTML, or shortcodes. 3. Use the unique class assigned to the drawer to trigger it using a button or custom element on your page.
Can I customize the appearance of the drawer?
Yes, you can customize the handle text, the sliding direction, and even the trigger element for opening the drawer.
Can I use shortcodes inside the drawer?
Yes, the drawer supports WordPress shortcodes.
Changelog
1.3
- Updated to support WordPress 5.9
- Improved drawer sliding animations
- Added custom handle text feature
- Added support for triggering drawers via custom buttons or images
1.4
- Add minicart drawer
- Add more option to manage and use for multi use
- imporve baceend design and ui
1.5
- Updated to support WordPress 6.6.1
- Introduced a mini-cart drawer feature.
- Added additional options for enhanced multi-use functionality.
- Improved backend design and UI for a better user experience.
1.6
- Added dynamic text options for: Cart Heading, Cart Button, Shop Button, Continue Button, Checkout Button, Subtotal Label
- Added support for dynamic Continue Shopping URL (custom URL can now be saved and displayed in the cart drawer).
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FAQ
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Is Drawer Sliding free?
Yes. Drawer Sliding is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Drawer Sliding safe to use in 2026?
Drawer Sliding shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 40/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Drawer Sliding?
Drawer Sliding is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,617 times since it launched in January 2022. It was downloaded 72 times in the last 30 days.
Does Drawer Sliding work with WordPress 7.1?
Drawer Sliding is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Drawer Sliding need?
Drawer Sliding requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Drawer Sliding last updated?
The latest version, 1.7, was released on November 14, 2025 (11 months ago).
Who makes Drawer Sliding?
Drawer Sliding is developed and maintained by Chandrakant.
What are the best alternatives to Drawer Sliding?
The most popular alternatives to Drawer Sliding are Minicart for WooCommerce (1K+ installs), Floating Minicart for WooCo… (200+ installs) and Sidebar Cart for WooCommerce (50+ installs).
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