Read Sample
Read Sample add a customizable “Read Sample” button to WooCommerce product single page. This button allows customers to read any document sample before buy in a responsive popup area, enhancing their shopping experience…
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Read Sample shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.6 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Read Sample stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| custom popup | >100 |
| document sample | #74 |
| product sample | >100 |
| read sample | >100 |
About Read Sample
From the official readme · v1.0.3Description
Read Sample add a customizable “Read Sample” button to WooCommerce product single page. This button allows customers to read any document sample before buy in a responsive popup area, enhancing their shopping experience by providing previews of the product sample before purchase.
Features:
– Upload multiple sample images files for each product using the WooCommerce product edit screen.
– Display a “Read Sample” button on single product page.
– Load sample content in a popup window via AJAX for a seamless user experience.
– Customizable settings for button text color, background color & button text.
Acknowledgments
Special thanks to the contributors of the WooCommerce and WordPress community for their continuous support and inspiration.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later. See the GNU General Public License for more details.
Installation
Plugin Installation Method:
- Go to the WordPress dashboard
- Got to the Plugins > Add New
- Type “Read Sample” in the search box
- Click on “Install” button
- After install the plugin Activate the plugin
Installation via Zip file:
- Download Read Sample plugin zip file from WordPress
- Go to site Dashboard > Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugins
- Select the
read-sample.zipfile and proceed to install - Activate Read Sample.
Plugin Configuration:
- Go to site Dashboard > Tools > Read Sample Settings
- Go to the WooCommerce product edit screen to add sample images for your products.
- Configure any additional settings as needed.
Frequently asked questions
How do I upload sample images?
After activating the plugin, go to the WooCommerce product edit screen. You will find a new field labeled “Sample Image Gallery” where you can upload multiple images using the media uploader.
How can I customize the “Read Sample” button?
The appearance of the “Read Sample” button can be customized through the plugin settings. You can change the button text, color, and other styles to match your theme.
Does this plugin work with all WordPress themes?
While the plugin is designed to work with most WordPress themes, some custom themes may require additional styling adjustments.
Changelog
First version of the Read Sample plugin.
1.0.3
- Added: Requires Plugins WooCommerce.
- Bug Fix.
1.0.2
- Added: Color Picker Feature.
1.0.1
- Added: Define constants.
- Update: Plugin readme file.
1.0.0
- Initial release of Read Sample plugin.
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FAQ
Read Sample: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is Read Sample free?
Yes. Read Sample is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Read Sample safe to use in 2026?
Read Sample shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Read Sample?
Read Sample is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,556 times since it launched in October 2024. It was downloaded 48 times in the last 30 days.
Does Read Sample work with WordPress 7.1?
Read Sample is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Read Sample last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on October 11, 2024 (2 years ago).
Who makes Read Sample?
Read Sample is developed and maintained by Kamrul Hasan.
What are the best alternatives to Read Sample?
The most popular alternatives to Read Sample are YITH WooCommerce Popup (2K+ installs), Popup Customizer (10+ installs) and Custom Popup Builder for El… (10+ installs).
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