Backstretch
Background Image Animation Extension for Joomla.
J4 J5 J6 Module M Plugin P2.4
Current Version0.35K
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Backstretch is a Joomla extension enabling stunning full-screen background image transitions with customizable animations, placements, and configurations.
Full-Bleed Backgrounds
Fill the viewport
Stretch photos edge to edge behind your content for an immersive first impression.
Smooth crossfades
Control fade and hold times so the slideshow feels cinematic, not abrupt.
No template surgery
Publish a module or enable the plugin. Backstretch handles the background layer.
Folder or Slides
Folder mode
Point to images/backstretch/ and every JPG, PNG, GIF, or WebP is included.
Slide picker
Choose individual media manager images when you want a curated set.
Path list
The system plugin also accepts a comma-separated list of relative paths.
Module or Plugin
Site module
Assign Backstretch to selected menu items for landing pages and campaigns.
System plugin
Enable once for a shared background across the whole site.
One package
Install pkg_backstretch_2.4.0.zip and choose the workflow that fits.
Flexible Targets
Whole page
Target body for a classic full-site backdrop.
Scoped containers
Aim at #wrapper, .hero, or a menu item class when only one section should animate.
Safe selectors
Version 2.4 sanitises targets before they reach the front end.
Order and Timing
Sort your way
Play A-Z, Z-A, or shuffle for a fresh look on every visit.
Millisecond control
Tune Fade Duration and Slide Duration to match brand pacing.
Campaign ready
Swap the folder or slide list when the season changes.
Modern Joomla Stack
Joomla 4 / 5 / 6 architecture
Service providers, namespaced helpers, and Web Asset Manager scripts.
Cleaner loading
Uses Joomla jQuery and versioned Backstretch assets instead of ad-hoc head injection.
Language ready
English strings ship with the module, plugin, and package.
Built for Real Sites
Photography portfolios
Let the work fill the background while menus and copy stay readable.
Agency landing pages
Assign the module to a single campaign menu item.
Brand ambience
Keep a soft rotating backdrop behind long-form content.
Fill the viewport
Stretch photos edge to edge behind your content for an immersive first impression.
Smooth crossfades
Control fade and hold times so the slideshow feels cinematic, not abrupt.
No template surgery
Publish a module or enable the plugin. Backstretch handles the background layer.
Folder mode
Point to images/backstretch/ and every JPG, PNG, GIF, or WebP is included.
Slide picker
Choose individual media manager images when you want a curated set.
Path list
The system plugin also accepts a comma-separated list of relative paths.
Site module
Assign Backstretch to selected menu items for landing pages and campaigns.
System plugin
Enable once for a shared background across the whole site.
One package
Install pkg_backstretch_2.4.0.zip and choose the workflow that fits.
Whole page
Target body for a classic full-site backdrop.
Scoped containers
Aim at #wrapper, .hero, or a menu item class when only one section should animate.
Safe selectors
Version 2.4 sanitises targets before they reach the front end.
Sort your way
Play A-Z, Z-A, or shuffle for a fresh look on every visit.
Millisecond control
Tune Fade Duration and Slide Duration to match brand pacing.
Campaign ready
Swap the folder or slide list when the season changes.
Joomla 4 / 5 / 6 architecture
Service providers, namespaced helpers, and Web Asset Manager scripts.
Cleaner loading
Uses Joomla jQuery and versioned Backstretch assets instead of ad-hoc head injection.
Language ready
English strings ship with the module, plugin, and package.
Photography portfolios
Let the work fill the background while menus and copy stay readable.
Agency landing pages
Assign the module to a single campaign menu item.
Brand ambience
Keep a soft rotating backdrop behind long-form content.
Need help getting started?
Our comprehensive documentation provides step-by-step instructions for setting up and installing Backstretch.
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