Description
Chess Pattern is a tool for creating visual elements in the form of a grid, or, figuratively, a honeycomb. Element shapes range from diamonds to circles. Basic properties can be customized (grid presence, line thickness, empty cells, empty cell size, border radius of elements, number of columns, cell spacing, and a set of five preset and customizable color presets (linear gradient)). Individual settings (when adding an element) include choosing a color from a preset, inserting an image, and adding text. You can also add a custom class.
Key Features:
* Flexible Geometry: Choose cell shapes ranging from sharp diamonds to soft circles.
* Transparent Empty Cells: Use empty cells to create white space and elegant “editorial” layouts.
* Smart Presets: 5 fully customizable color gradient presets to match your brand.
* Responsive Control: Independent column settings for Desktop and Mobile views.
* Full Customization: Control grid visibility, line thickness, border radius, and cell spacing.
Support the Project
If you find this plugin useful, consider supporting its development. Your donations help me keep the plugin updated and add new geometric features!
Upgrade Notes
= 1.0.1 =
This update improves compatibility with older WordPress installations and PHP versions. Highly recommended for all users.
All images used in the block preview are licensed under Creative Commons Zero (CC0) or created by the author.
Screenshots

Editorial Art Gallery: Use transparent cells to create sophisticated, high-end portfolio layouts with fine typography. 
Dynamic Navigation “Show Time”: Build modern, colorful, and engaging menus with clear category segmentation. 
“Nav-Cloud” Alternative UX: Create clear, airy navigation with vibrant gradients for key categories. 
Grid Layout & Puzzle: Technical demo showcasing custom grid presence, colors, border radius, and offsets.
Blocks
This plugin provides 1 block.
- Chess Gallery Grid Create beautiful interactive honeycomb and chess-style grids with images, custom colors, and lightboxes.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/chess-patterndirectory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Use the Gutenberg editor to add the ‘Chess Gallery’ block to your page.
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Changelog
1.0.1
- Improved compatibility: lowered requirements to WordPress 6.1 and PHP 7.2.
- Added support for project donations via Ko-fi.
- Refactored block registration for better performance and stability.
1.0.0
- Initial release.
- Added custom branding and high-end UI examples.
