Learn how to install & update plugins which are bundled with the Theme.
Install & Update Messages
Pay close attention to your WordPress admin, it will alert you when plugins need installing or updating.
Installing Bundled Plugins
You can check what plugins you need to install via the WordPress Admin, by following these steps:
- Click Appearance
- Click Install Plugins
- Click Install on the plugins you wish to install
Updating Bundled Plugins
Follow these steps to check what plugins need updating:
- Click Appearance
- Click Install Plugins
- Click Update on the plugins that require updating
Updating Visual Composer
Updating Visual Composer is a little different from all other plugins. Please follow these steps.
- Click on the Plugins menu item
- Locate the Visual Composer plugin and click Deactivate
- Click the Delete option
- Next, follow the steps in the “Installing Bundled Plugins” section above to install the latest version bundled with the theme.
DO NOT PURCHASE a Visual Composer license. Despite their instructions encouraging you to purchase a license, it’s not required. However, if you wish to take advantage of easier, auto-updating, buying a license is recommended.
Updating Revolution Slider
Updating Revolution Slider is a little different from all other plugins. Please follow their instructions here.
DO NOT PURCHASE a Revolution Slider license. Despite their instructions encouraging you to purchase a license, it’s not required. However, if you wish to take advantage of easier, auto-updating, buying a license is recommended.