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title: "How to show/hide Arrows & Dots in WordPress Carousel slider?"
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# How to show/hide Arrows & Dots in WordPress Carousel slider?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter Blocks Carousel Anything block allows users to show or hide arrows and dots individually.
- Users can customize dot navigation styles, colors, and visibility options for different devices in the Carousel Anything block.
- Users can adjust arrow navigation style, color, and position outside the carousel with the Carousel Anything block.

By default, a WordPress carousel slider will have some navigation controls like arrows or dots but at times you might want to hide them especially if you are controlling the slider with some other blocks like the Carousel Remote block.

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of the Nexter Blocks* Carousel Anything block, [click here](/docs/carousel-anything-block-settings-overview/).

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

[LIVE BLOCK LINK](https://nexterwp.com/nexter-blocks/blocks/wordpress-advanced-carousel-sliders/)

With our Carousel Anything block not only you can show or hide arrows and dot navigations individually but you can make a lot of customizations as well.

So let’s see dots first, add the block on the page and after you’ve created your slides go to the **Dots & Arrows **> **Dots** to hide the dots turn off the toggle.

But if you turn it on you’ll see some customization options for different devices.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/carousel-anything-dots-new2.png)

You can choose different styles for your dots navigation, colors, adjust top padding and make the dots appear on hover etc.

Now for arrows turn off the **Arrows** toggle to hide them but if turned on you’ll see some customization options for different devices.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/carousel-anything-arrows-new2.png)

You can choose the arrow navigation style, color, and icon color, show the arrows on hover, or place the arrow navigation outside the carousel.

Also, check [How to increase size of Center slide in WordPress Carousel](https://nexterwp.com/docs/increase-slide-in-wordpress-carousel/).

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What should I do if the arrows or dots don't hide in the WordPress carousel?**
A: If the arrows or dots are not hiding as expected, ensure that you have toggled the respective settings in the Dots & Arrows section of the Carousel Anything block. If the toggle is off and they still appear, check for any conflicting settings in other blocks that may override these options.

**Q: What happens if I hide the dots in my WordPress carousel?**
A: Hiding the dots in your WordPress carousel means users will lose the visual indicators of slide position, which can affect navigation. If you are controlling the slider with other blocks, like the Carousel Remote block, this may not be an issue. However, consider user experience when making this choice.

**Q: Are there any best practices for using arrows and dots in a WordPress carousel?**
A: A best practice is to use arrows and dots in a way that enhances navigation without cluttering the interface. If your carousel has a limited number of slides, consider hiding the dots to keep the design clean. Conversely, if users need to see their position in a larger carousel, keeping the dots visible can improve usability.