How to Add Image Preloader Animation in WordPress?

Key Takeaways

  • Utilizes the Preloader block from Nexter Blocks to implement an image preloader animation in WordPress.
  • Enables the Image as Loader toggle to create a loading effect that fills the image as the page loads.
  • Requires installation and activation of Nexter Blocks to access the Preloader block features.
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Do you want to use an image as a preloader for your WordPress website? To keep visitors engaged and informed during loading times, adding a page loading animation to your WordPress website can be an effective solution. One popular approach is using an image preloader animation, which displays a small graphic or animation while the page loads.

With the Preloader block from Nexter Blocks, you can easily use an image as a preloader for your WordPress website.

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

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

To do this, add the Preloader block on the page or template, in the Pre Loader tab, you’ll find a repeater item under Layers.

Open the item and select Image from the Select Type dropdown.

In the Upload Image field, add your image.

How to Add Image Preloader Animation in WordPress?

You can turn on the Image as Loader toggle to turn your image into a loader. It will slowly fill the image as the page loads.

You can manage the image normal and fill states from the Image tab under Style.

Also, check How to Add Text Based Preloader Animation in WordPress.

About the Author

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CMO at POSIMYTH Innovations · Nexter · 7 years experience

He has spent years in the WordPress ecosystem building, breaking, and optimizing sites until they actually perform. He works at the intersection of speed, growth, and usability, helping creators ship websites that load fast and convert. An active WordPress community contributor sharing through tools, tutorials, and direct collaboration. Tested practice, not theory.

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