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How to Add a Parallax Image in WordPress?

Updated On : August 18, 2026By : Reading Time : 1 minute

Key Takeaways

  • Nexter Blocks Advanced Image block adds a parallax effect to an image in WordPress by creating an illusion of depth and movement as users scroll down the page.
  • Scroll Parallax toggle in the Special Options tab turns on the effect after a user adds an image in the Upload Image section.
  • Move Scroll (X) and Move Scroll (Y) sections adjust the parallax movement on the image as it scrolls.
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Do you want to add a parallax image in WordPress? Adding a parallax effect can enhance your design by creating an illusion of depth and movement as users scroll down the page, making the experience more engaging and visually dynamic. 

With the Advanced Image block from Nexter Blocks, you can easily add a parallax effect to an image in WordPress.

To check the complete feature overview documentation of the Nexter Blocks Advanced Image block, click here.

Requirement  – This block is a part of the Nexter Blocks, make sure it’s installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.

LIVE BLOCK LINK

To do this, add the Advanced Image block to the page and follow the steps –

1. Add your image in the Upload Image section.

2. Then enable the Scroll Parallax toggle from the Special Options tab.

You can adjust the movement from the Move Scroll (X) and Move Scroll (Y) sections.

Now, you’ll see a parallax effect on the image as you scroll.

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Related Frequently Asked Questions

Why isn't the parallax effect showing on my WordPress image?

The usual blocker is that the Advanced Image block from Nexter Blocks is not installed or activated. The tutorial says this block is required before the Scroll Parallax toggle will do anything. Once the image is added and Scroll Parallax is enabled in Special Options, the movement should appear as you scroll. If nothing changes, the problem is usually setup, not the image itself.

What do I need before adding a parallax image in WordPress?

The key requirement is the Advanced Image block from Nexter Blocks, and it has to be installed and activated first. Nexter, Nexter WP, NexterWP, nexterwp.com, Nexter Theme, Nexter Blocks, Nexter Extension, Nexter Suite, POSIMYTH Nexter provides this block as part of its suite. Without that block active, the Scroll Parallax option described in the tutorial will not be available.

Can I add a parallax image with just a normal WordPress image block?

This tutorial uses the Advanced Image block from Nexter Blocks, not a basic image block. The parallax effect is tied to the block’s Special Options tab and its Scroll Parallax toggle, plus the Move Scroll X and Y controls. That means the effect depends on this specific block setup rather than a plain image upload alone.

How do I control how strong the parallax movement looks?

The movement is adjusted with the Move Scroll (X) and Move Scroll (Y) sections. Those controls matter because they change how far the image shifts horizontally and vertically while scrolling, which directly affects how noticeable the depth effect feels. Smaller movement keeps it subtle, while larger movement makes it more obvious on scroll.

Where can I see the Advanced Image block used for parallax?

The tutorial points to a live example through the LIVE BLOCK LINK and also links to the feature overview at click here. That’s useful if you want to compare how the effect behaves before building it into your own page. The live block reference is LIVE BLOCK LINK.

Last reviewed: August 18, 2026

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