--- title: "Thumbnail Effects for WordPress Galleries" id: "177543" type: "page" slug: "thumbnail-effects" published_at: "2019-11-19T10:09:41+00:00" modified_at: "2026-06-26T11:21:15+00:00" url: "https://fooplugins.com/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/thumbnail-effects/" markdown_url: "https://fooplugins.com/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/thumbnail-effects.md" excerpt: "Add thumbnail effects to FooGallery image galleries to create stylized previews before visitors open the full image." --- ![FooGallery WordPress Gallery Plugin](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20272%2030'%3E%3C/svg%3E) # Thumbnail Effects for WordPress Galleries Thumbnail effects let FooGallery thumbnails take on stylized visual treatments before visitors open the full image. Apply thumbnail effects to gallery thumbnails. Choose from a variety of styles. Add a unique look and feel to your gallery. ![Thumbnail Effects](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E) [Compare PRO Plans](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/compare-plans/) [View Demo](#demo) PRO Starter required plan 100K active installs 4.8 / 5 rating 30-day guarantee Live demo ## See Thumbnail Effects Use the demo below to see how the Thumbnail Effects behave in a real FooGallery layout. ### 1977 [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg) Sunlit meadow with trees and mountains [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg) Pink and purple evening sky with clouds [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg) Tall waterfall with bridge above 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[https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg) Snow-capped mountains reflected in a calm alpine lake [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg) Golden rice terraces in the hills ### Lo-Fi [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg) Sunlit meadow with trees and mountains [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg) Pink and purple evening sky with clouds [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg) Tall waterfall with bridge above [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg) Golden sunset over a grassy countryside [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg) Snow-covered mountain range under cloudy sky [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg) Snow-capped mountains reflected in a calm alpine lake [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg) Golden rice terraces in the hills ### Poprocket [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg) Sunlit meadow with trees and mountains [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg) Pink and purple evening sky with clouds [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg) Tall waterfall with bridge above [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg) Golden sunset over a grassy countryside [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg) Snow-covered mountain range under cloudy sky [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg) Snow-capped mountains reflected in a calm alpine lake [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg) Golden rice terraces in the hills ### Reyes [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg) Sunlit meadow with trees and mountains [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg) Pink and purple evening sky with clouds [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg) Tall waterfall with bridge above [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg) Golden sunset over a grassy countryside [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg) Snow-covered mountain range under cloudy sky [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg) Snow-capped mountains reflected in a calm alpine lake [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg) Golden rice terraces in the hills ### Toaster [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg) Sunlit meadow with trees and mountains [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg) Pink and purple evening sky with clouds [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg) Tall waterfall with bridge above [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg) Golden sunset over a grassy countryside [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg) Snow-covered mountain range under cloudy sky [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg) Snow-capped mountains reflected in a calm alpine lake [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg) Golden rice terraces in the hills ### Walden [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6.jpg) Sunlit meadow with trees and mountains [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/7.jpg) Pink and purple evening sky with clouds [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/5.jpg) Tall waterfall with bridge above [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.jpg) Golden sunset over a grassy countryside [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg) Snow-covered mountain range under cloudy sky [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg) Snow-capped mountains reflected in a calm alpine lake 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[https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3.jpg) Snow-covered mountain range under cloudy sky [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1.jpg) Snow-capped mountains reflected in a calm alpine lake [https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg](https://fooplugins.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2.jpg) Golden rice terraces in the hills Interact with the gallery above to evaluate the layout, browsing flow, and lightbox behavior. Who this is for? ## For galleries that need a stronger visual style before click. Use thumbnail effects when gallery thumbnails should carry a stylized look before visitors open the full image. - **Creative brands**Apply a more distinctive look to gallery thumbnails without custom design work. - **Portfolio pages**Make image sets feel cohesive even when source photos vary. - **Campaign pages**Use thumbnail treatments to support the mood of a landing page or promotion. Availability ## Check the FooGallery plan for this feature. Check the minimum FooGallery plan, course, or add-on before choosing your next step. Not included ### Free This feature is not included in FooGallery Free. Minimum plan ### PRO Starter PRO Starter includes this feature. Also included ### PRO Expert PRO Expert includes all PRO Starter features. Also included ### PRO Commerce PRO Commerce includes all PRO Expert features. ### Ready for the next step? Read through the relevant documentation or head over to our pricing to get started [Compare PRO Plans](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/compare-plans/) [Read Docs](/documentation/foogallery/pro-starter/adding-thumbnail-effects/) Related features ## Compare Related FooGallery Features Check out these related FooGallery features to improve your WordPress galleries [/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/hover-presets/](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/hover-presets/) ### [Animated Hover Effect Presets](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/hover-presets/) FooGallery Pro Starter comes with a selection of pre-styled hover effects. These unique hover presets save you from having to style your own and add a unique style to your galleries. [/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/dominant-color-sorting/](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/dominant-color-sorting/) ### [Color Sorting](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/dominant-color-sorting/) Sort gallery images by dominant colors and add tinted backgrounds. [/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/custom-captions/](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/custom-captions/) ### [Custom Captions](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/custom-captions/) Are you looking for a quick way to add custom captions? FooGallery PRO Expert allows you to add custom captions to images inside your WordPress galleries. FAQs ## Frequently Asked Questions Answers to common questions about Thumbnail Effects. ### What are thumbnail effects?+ Thumbnail effects let FooGallery thumbnails take on stylized visual treatments before visitors open the full image. ### Which plan includes thumbnail effects?+ FooGallery PRO Starter includes the Thumbnail Effects feature. You can use the [compare plans](https://fooplugins.com/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/compare-plans/) page to find the best FooGallery plan for your needs. ### Can thumbnail effects change the mood of a gallery?+ Yes, thumbnail effects can have a visual impact, giving the gallery a particualr look and feel. You can make your thumbnails look more vintage, or make them pop with brighter colors. ### What is the difference between thumbnail effects and hover effects?+ Thumbnail effects are applied to the thumbnail and don’t require you to hover over an image to see the effect. FooGallery Free includes a number of hover effects, such as zoom or colorized, which appear when the thumb is hovered over. FooGallery PRO Starter includes several [hover presets](https://fooplugins.com/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/hover-presets/) (predesigned hover effects for thumbnails) but these are different to the thumbnail filters. Ready when you are ## Ready to use Thumbnail Effects? Compare FooGallery PRO plans to confirm this feature is available and choose the license that fits your site. [Compare PRO Plans](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/compare-plans/) [Read Docs](/documentation/foogallery/pro-starter/adding-thumbnail-effects/) [More Demos](/foogallery-wordpress-gallery-plugin/demos/)