=== Top List Manager ===
Contributors: stepfox
Donate link: https://stepfoxthemes.com/
Tags: query loop, blocks, lists, content management, gutenberg
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.7
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Manage and display curated lists of posts using the core Query Loop block. Perfect for Top 10 lists, featured content, and recommendations.

== Description ==

Top List Manager is a powerful WordPress plugin that helps you create, manage, and display curated lists of posts anywhere on your site using the native WordPress Query Loop block. Perfect for "Top 10" lists, featured content, recommended posts, and more.

= Key Features =

* **Intuitive Admin Interface** - Drag and drop posts to create ordered lists
* **Multiple List Support** - Create unlimited lists for different post types
* **Quick Edit** - Update lists directly from the post list table without opening individual posts
* **Query Loop Integration** - Extends the core Query Loop block with toplist controls
* **No Custom Blocks** - Uses the native WordPress Query Loop block
* **Copy/Paste Lists** - Quickly duplicate lists across post types
* **Beautiful UI** - Modern, gradient-styled interface with smooth animations

= How It Works =

1. Create curated lists in the admin dashboard using drag-and-drop
2. Add a core Query Loop block to any post or page
3. Enable "TopList Override" in the Query Loop settings
4. Select your list - the Query Loop will display your curated posts in order!

= Use Cases =

* Top 10 lists (products, reviews, articles)
* Featured content sections
* Recommended reading lists
* Editor's picks
* Most popular items
* Curated collections

= Developer Friendly =

* Clean, well-documented code
* WordPress coding standards
* Extensible with filters and actions
* REST API support
* Translation ready

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `top-list` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. Go to Top Lists in the admin menu to create your first list
4. Add a Query Loop block to any post or page
5. In the Query Loop settings, enable "TopList Override" and select your list

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Can I create lists for custom post types? =

Yes! Top List Manager works with all public post types on your site.

= Can I reorder items in a list? =

Absolutely. Just drag and drop items in the admin interface to reorder them.

= Does this work with the block editor? =

Yes, the plugin extends the native WordPress Query Loop block with toplist controls.

= Can I have multiple lists on one page? =

Yes, you can add as many Query Loop blocks as you need, each with different toplists.

= Do I need to use special blocks? =

No! The plugin extends the core Query Loop block. Just enable "TopList Override" in the Query Loop settings.

= Is it compatible with page builders? =

The plugin works with the WordPress block editor (Gutenberg). Since it extends the core Query Loop, it should work anywhere Query Loop is supported.

== Screenshots ==

1. Admin interface for managing toplists with drag-and-drop
2. Quick edit feature in the posts list table
3. Query Loop block with TopList controls in the sidebar
4. TopList Override settings in Query Loop block
5. Beautiful frontend display of curated lists

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release
* Drag and drop admin interface for creating curated lists
* Query Loop block extension with TopList controls
* Quick edit functionality for list management from post tables
* Copy/paste list support
* Multiple list support per post type
* REST API endpoints
* Translation ready
* Beautiful modern UI with gradients and animations

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial release of Top List Manager.

== Privacy Policy ==

This plugin does not collect, store, or transmit any user data. All list data is stored locally in your WordPress database.

== Support ==

For support, please visit the plugin support forum on WordPress.org.