How to Create Cursor Hover Effects for Images: Complete Guide

How to Create Cursor Hover Effects for Images: Complete Guide

By Michael Thompson

December 21, 2024 at 06:40 AM

Cursor positioning effects offer interactive visual elements that engage visitors when hovering over images. Here's how to implement them across different site elements:

Image Blocks

  • Enable caption overlay on hover through the Design tab
  • Select "Caption Overlay on hover" from the Caption dropdown
  • Add your caption text in the black overlay that appears
  • Save and style using tweaks

Slideshow Gallery Block

  • Only available in Slideshow design mode
  • Add titles and descriptions per image
  • Enable "Show title and description" in Design tab
  • Select position and "Show on hover"
  • Note: Effects may not display on mobile devices under 480px

Portfolio Pages Support Three Hover Styles:

  • Scrolling Background: Project image becomes section background
  • Scrolling Fixed: Project image appears in fixed position
  • Scrolling Follow: Image follows cursor movement

Store Pages Functionality:

  • Shows alternative product images on hover
  • Advanced pages: Displays secondary image, details, or Quick View
  • Classic pages: Shows product name and price with color overlay
  • Template-specific options vary for Galapagos and Supply stores

Gallery Pages Features:

  • Available in Slides and Grid layouts
  • Shows titles and descriptions on hover
  • Compatible with major templates (Adirondack, Aviator, Bedford, etc.)
  • Customize through Site Styles > Gallery Styles
  • Special effects vary by template family

Index Pages Template Effects:

  • Avenue: Changes opacity and shows navigation title
  • Flatiron: Enlarges image with panoramic view
  • Montauk: Modifies opacity
  • Tremont: Shows page's featured image as background
  • York: Enables blur effect and mini titles

Mobile Considerations:

  • Hover effects adapt for tablets and landscape orientation
  • Touch-activated on mobile devices
  • Visibility depends on screen size and device capabilities

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