Add New Slide
Step 1: Go to Admin → Hero Slides
Step 2: Fill in slide title (required)
Step 3: Add description text
Step 4: Enter image URLs
Step 5: Configure CTA buttons
Step 6: Click "Add Slide"
Edit Slide
Step 1: Find slide in list
Step 2: Click "Edit" button
Step 3: Modify any fields
Step 4: Click "Update Slide"
Step 5: Verify on homepage
Delete Slide
Step 1: Find slide in list
Step 2: Click "Delete" button
Step 3: Confirm deletion
Step 4: Slide removed
Cannot be undone!
Form Fields Explained
📝 Slide Title (Required)
Main heading of the slide. Keep it concise and compelling.
📄 Description
Subtitle or supporting text. Optional but recommended.
🖼️ Main Image URL
Product or side image. Use full or relative path.
🎨 Background URL
Background image. Use full Unsplash or CDN URLs.
🔗 CTA Buttons
Up to 3 call-to-action buttons. Text + URL pairs.
⭐ Highlights
Key features. Comma-separated list (e.g., "Feature 1, Feature 2").
📊 Display Order
Sorting number (0, 1, 2, ...). Lower numbers show first.
✅ Active Status
Toggle to show/hide slide on homepage.
Responsive Breakpoints
- 1200px+: Desktop layout
- 860-1200px: Tablet layout
- 600-860px: Large mobile
- 480-600px: Mobile
- 360-480px: Small phone
- <360px: Ultra small
✓ Optimized: Every breakpoint tested and verified
User Navigation
Auto-rotation (5s)
Prev Button
Next Button
Dot Indicators
Swipe (Mobile)
Arrow Keys
Key Features
✅ Admin Features:
- CRUD Operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
- Real-time database updates
- Image URL management
- CTA button configuration
- Bulk activation control
- Sort order management
✅ Frontend Features:
- Dynamic data rendering
- Auto-play carousel
- Multiple navigation options
- Smooth animations
- Touch gestures
- Keyboard support
✅ Technical Features:
- Auto table creation
- Input sanitization
- Error handling
- Fallback content
- Performance optimized
- Accessible design
Database
Table: hero_slides
Records: Dynamic
Auto-Create: Yes (on first access)
Table stores slide data with timestamps and status tracking. No manual setup required.
Files Created
- /admin/hero-slides.php - Management interface
- /api/hero-slides.php - API endpoint
- /admin/test-hero-slides.php - Test tool
- Documentation files - Guides & references
Files Modified
- /index.php - Added database integration
- /admin/dashboard.php - Added sidebar link
API Endpoints
GET /api/hero-slides.php?action=get-slides
GET /api/hero-slides.php?action=get-all
Both endpoints return JSON arrays of slide objects.
Support
For help or issues:
- Read HERO_SLIDES_DOCUMENTATION.md
- Check browser console (F12)
- Run test tool: /admin/test-hero-slides.php
- Verify database connection
Implementation Complete!
The Hero Slides Management System is fully operational and ready for production use.