=== Price Comparison Tables ===
Contributors: buzzettycom
Tags: comparison table, price table, pricing table, product comparison, affiliate
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.0.0
Requires PHP: 7.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Create beautiful, responsive price comparison tables with an intuitive admin interface. Perfect for affiliate sites and product reviews.

== Description ==

Price Comparison Tables is a powerful WordPress plugin that allows you to create stunning, responsive price comparison tables with ease. Whether you're running an affiliate site, comparing SaaS products, or showcasing pricing plans, this plugin provides all the tools you need.

= Key Features =

* **Visual Table Builder** - Intuitive admin interface to add products and features
* **Responsive Design** - Automatically adapts from table view on desktop to card view on mobile
* **Custom Post Type** - Tables are stored as their own post type for easy management
* **Multiple Themes** - Choose from Simple, Professional, or Modern themes
* **Customizable Colors** - Set custom accent and highlight colors to match your brand
* **Highlight Options** - Mark best value products with badges and highlighting
* **Shortcode Support** - Embed tables anywhere with a simple shortcode
* **Clean Code** - Well-structured, documented code following WordPress best practices

= Perfect For =

* Affiliate marketers comparing products
* SaaS companies displaying pricing plans
* Review sites comparing features
* E-commerce stores showcasing product differences
* Service providers presenting package options

= How It Works =

1. Create a new comparison table from the WordPress admin
2. Add products/plans as columns
3. Add features/specifications as rows
4. Fill in the comparison data
5. Customize colors and styling
6. Copy the shortcode and paste it into any post or page

= Themes Included =

* **Simple** - Clean, minimalist design
* **Professional** - Business-focused layout with subtle gradients
* **Modern** - Contemporary design with bold styling

== Installation ==

= Automatic Installation =

1. Log in to your WordPress admin panel
2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New
3. Search for "Price Comparison Tables"
4. Click "Install Now" and then "Activate"

= Manual Installation =

1. Download the plugin zip file
2. Log in to your WordPress admin panel
3. Navigate to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin
4. Choose the downloaded zip file and click "Install Now"
5. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu

= After Activation =

1. Go to **Price Tables** in your WordPress admin menu
2. Click **Add New** to create your first comparison table
3. Use the visual builder to add products and features
4. Publish the table and copy the shortcode
5. Paste the shortcode into any post or page

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I display a table on my site? =

After creating and publishing a table, you'll find a shortcode in the sidebar (e.g., `[comparison_table id="123"]`). Copy this shortcode and paste it into any post, page, or widget area that supports shortcodes.

= Can I customize the colors? =

Yes! Each table has customizable accent and highlight colors. You can set these in the table builder under the "Styling" section.

= Is the table responsive? =

Absolutely! The tables automatically adapt to different screen sizes. On desktop, they display as traditional tables. On mobile devices, they transform into easy-to-read card layouts.

= How many products can I compare? =

There's no hard limit, but for best user experience, we recommend comparing 3-5 products in a single table.

= Can I use multiple tables on one page? =

Yes! You can embed as many comparison tables as you need on a single page using their respective shortcodes.

= What themes are available? =

The free version includes three themes: Simple, Professional, and Modern. Each theme has a distinct visual style to match different website designs.

= Can I reorder products or features? =

Currently, products and features are displayed in the order you add them. You can delete and re-add items to change their order.

= Is this plugin compatible with page builders? =

Yes! The shortcode works with all major page builders including Elementor, Beaver Builder, Divi, and others that support WordPress shortcodes.

== Screenshots ==

1. Table builder interface - easily add products and features
2. Simple theme example on desktop
3. Professional theme example on desktop
4. Modern theme example on desktop
5. Mobile responsive card layout
6. Color customization options
7. Shortcode display in admin

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release
* Visual table builder with drag-and-drop interface
* Three included themes: Simple, Professional, Modern
* Responsive design (desktop table view, mobile card view)
* Custom color options
* Product highlighting and badges
* Shortcode support
* Custom post type for table management

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
Initial release of Price Comparison Tables. Create beautiful comparison tables with ease!

== Support ==

For support, feature requests, or bug reports, please visit the plugin support forum on WordPress.org.
