Description
WPApps Table Collapser is a lightweight plugin that makes your tables collapsible. By adding a collapsible-table class to your tables, you enable users to toggle the visibility of the table body by simply clicking on the table header.
Features
- Collapsible Tables: Make any table collapsible by adding a simple class.
- Toggle Indicator: Automatically adds a
+/-indicator to the last column of the table header. - Customizable: Style the toggle indicator and table appearance with your own CSS.
- Block Editor Support: Includes a Gutenberg block for easy table creation and collapsing functionality.
- Mobile Friendly: Works seamlessly on mobile devices with responsive design.
Usage:
- Ensure that your table has a
<thead>tag for the table header, though it’s not mandatory if you enable the “Allow Table Without<thead>” option in settings. - Add the class
collapsible-tableto your table. - Optionally, add a
data-titleattribute to your table to set a custom title for the mobile compact view. - The last column in the table header will have a toggle indicator (
+/-) added to it. Clicking anywhere in the header will show or hide the table body.
Screenshots
Example of a Collapsible Table: 
Settings Page: 
Detailed Guidelines on CSS Customization: 
Responsive Table View: 
Block Support:
Blocks
This plugin provides 1 block.
- Table Collapser A block that makes tables collapsible.
Installation
- Upload the
wpapps-table-collapserfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Add the
collapsible-tableclass to any table you want to make collapsible.
FAQ
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Does the table require any specific structure?
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For optimal functionality, the table should have a
<thead>tag defining the header. The collapsing functionality is primarily activated by clicking on this header. However, if you enable the “Allow Table Without<thead>” option in the settings, the plugin will also work without a<thead>. -
Can I style the toggle indicator?
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Yes, you can style the toggle indicator by targeting the
.toggle-indicatorclass in your CSS. -
How do I set a custom title for the mobile view?
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You can add a
data-titleattribute to your table element to set a custom title that will be displayed in the mobile compact view. -
Is the plugin compatible with the Gutenberg block editor?
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Yes, the plugin includes a Gutenberg block for easy creation and management of collapsible tables.
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Contributors & Developers
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Changelog
1.1.0
- Fixed a bug where the block editor css gets loaded in the front-end.
1.0.0
- Initial release.