Granular Controls For Elementor Review - In-Depth Analysis
Enhance Elementor Page Builder with custom controls. Manage content visibility, editor skins, and accordion settings.
Performance Overview
User Rating
4.2/5 (based on 25+
reviews)
Active Installations
10,000+
Update Frequency
Below Average
It is calculated using the weighted average of same category
plugins.
Security Score
1 / 10
(Very Low Risk)
It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.
What It Does
Granular Controls for Elementor brings additional controls to the ever popular Elementor Page Builder plugin. This plugin gives you the options to set the Accordion's first tab to closed on page load, select a custom editor skin, and set specific sections or columns to appear after a certain time.
You can schedule a section or column to be displayed during a given date period by setting the start and end date. The plugin also features options for Parallax and Particles effects on sections, along with various other enhancements.
For those interested in contributing, you can suggest features or report bugs by visiting the Granular Controls for Elementor repository on GitHub.
Comparing to Alternatives
Granular Controls For Elementor does not have any close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique option for users seeking its specific functionality.
Strengths
- Effectively closes Elementor accordions' first tab on page load, a feature not natively available in Elementor.
- Simple and focused plugin with a clear purpose.
- No known security vulnerabilities reported.
- High user rating with 80% five-star reviews.
- Lightweight and easy to use.
Weaknesses
- Plugin appears to be abandoned with no recent updates or support.
- Some features no longer work due to lack of maintenance.
- Compatibility issues with newer Elementor updates.
- No pro version or extended features available.
User Sentiment Analysis
With 80% of ratings at five stars but 20% at one or two stars, user sentiment is mixed, reflecting satisfaction with functionality but concerns about abandonment and support.
Positive highlights
- Works great to set all Elementor's accordions' first tab to be closed on page load. (FGU Nord / Lars)
- Useful features that enhance Elementor's capabilities. (patbell101)
Common complaints
- Plugin is abandoned and no longer supported by the author.
- Author does not respond to user inquiries.
- Some features have stopped working due to lack of updates.
- Compatibility issues with newer Elementor versions.
- Plugin is considered useless by some due to abandonment.
Weaknesses
- Lack of ongoing support and updates.
- Some features are outdated or broken.
- No developer responsiveness.
- Potential compatibility problems with current Elementor versions.
Who Should Use This?
Best for
Users who need a simple solution to control Elementor accordion behavior and are comfortable using a plugin without active support.
Not ideal for
Users who require reliable, regularly updated plugins with active developer support or those needing advanced features beyond basic accordion control.
Pricing & Value
Free version includes
The free version offers essential controls for Elementor accordions, such as closing the first tab on page load, providing good value for basic needs.
Final Verdict
Granular Controls For Elementor provides a unique and useful feature that is not available natively in Elementor, earning praise from users who need this specific functionality. However, the plugin's abandonment and lack of support significantly impact its reliability and future usability.
While it offers good value as a free plugin, potential users should be cautious due to its outdated status and consider their need for ongoing support and compatibility before installation.
Other Notable Features
Here are a few other notable features of this free
Granular Controls For Elementor plugin.
FAQ
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/ directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Visit Elementor > Granular Controls to access the settings – other settings are accessible via the Editor and set on per page/section/column basis.
To resolve this any widgets placed in the section will need a higher z-index – Go to the Advanced tab of each widget and set the z-index to 1 & save
In order to avoid scripts being loaded on sites that are not using these options a setting control has been added where they can be switched on and off as needed – See Elementor > Granular Controls > Editor Options.
You can enable or disable the bar via the settings page – Visit Elementor > Granular Controls > Editor Options to activate it.
As the admin page is being modified this may happen on some sites but the widgets are not lost – simply click on the screen options and turn them on again.
To resolve this any widgets placed in the section will need a higher z-index – Go to the Advanced tab of each widget and set the z-index to 1 & save
As the admin page is being modified this may happen on some sites but the widgets are not lost – simply click on the screen options and turn them on again.
Contributors and developers
“Granular Controls For Elementor”
is open source software. The following people have
contributed to this plugin.
