Module
Content Display

Fade Tabs

Joomla Tab Module with Fade Effects

  • Zero B/C pluginRuns without the B/C pluginRuns on Joomla 5 and 6 without the Behaviour - Backward Compatibility plugin, so you can keep it switched off.
  • Joomla 4, 5 & 6Tested and supported on Joomla 4, 5 and 6.
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  • v2.8· Updated 11 days ago
  • 5.6K+downloads
  • PHP 8.1+
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  • One-click updatesNew releases install from the Joomla administrator
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Features

What can Fade Tabs do for you?

Eight feature areas, one install package for Joomla 4, 5 and 6.

Tabs That Look Current

Modern Look

Tabs That Look Current

  • An underline accent and soft panels in your brand color. Pick Minimal, Outline, Dark, Rounded or Gradient, or set your own color.
Horizontal or Vertical Tabs

Flexible Layout

Horizontal or Vertical Tabs

  • Tabs wrap on desktop and become a swipeable strip on phones. Side navigation stacks neatly on small screens.
Effects and Autoplay

Smooth Motion

Effects and Autoplay

  • Set the transition speed, with reduced-motion support. Optional autoplay pauses on hover and focus.
Search Inside Your Tabs

Find Fast

Search Inside Your Tabs

  • Visitors can filter tabs by title or content with highlighted matches. Narrow tabs by category.
Link Straight to a Tab

Shareable

Link Straight to a Tab

  • Share a link that opens the right tab. The last open tab can be remembered on return.
Build Tabs Your Way

Easy Content

Build Tabs Your Way

  • Add titles, content, icons and badges for each tab. Or pull in articles with images and read more links.
Tabs Everyone Can Use

Accessible

Tabs Everyone Can Use

  • Proper tab markup with arrow-key navigation. Lightweight script with no jQuery.
Built for Modern Joomla

Modern Build

Built for Modern Joomla

  • Uses the modern Joomla extension structure. Updates use your standard Download ID, no extra license key needed.

Changelog

What's new

7 releases since version 2.2. Updates install from the Joomla admin with a valid licence.

    • Runs on Joomla 5 and Joomla 6 with the Behaviour - Backward Compatibility plugin disabled.
    • Article queries use the current identity and database services.

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Docs & setup

Get up and running fast

Written guides for installing and configuring Fade Tabs, from first setup to the options that matter.

  • Installation stepsOne install zip for Joomla 4, 5 and 6, installed from System, Install, Extensions.
  • Configuration optionsThe settings in the guide, from first setup to the options that matter.
  • Practical usage tipsShort examples you can adapt to your site.
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FAQ

Questions about Fade Tabs

Still unsure? Our support team is one ticket away.

What is new in Fade Tabs 2.7?

Modern 2026 UI, vanilla JavaScript (no jQuery), slides subform, horizontal/vertical layouts, search, category filters, deep links with Copy Link, autoplay, remember active tab, Joomla 5 services structure, and native Download ID (DLID) support.

Does Fade Tabs need jQuery?

No. Version 2.7 uses vanilla JavaScript loaded through Joomla’s WebAssetManager.

Can I use custom slides instead of articles?

Yes. Set Content Source to Slides and manage tabs in the repeatable subform (title, content, icon, badge, category, and active state).

Where do I enter the Download ID?

Use Joomla’s built-in Download ID / Download Key for extension updates. There is no custom license key field inside the module.

How do URL anchors and Copy Link work?

Turn on URL Anchors so each tab gets a shareable hash like #jx-ft-{moduleId}-{n}. Copy Link copies that URL so visitors open the same tab directly.

Is it mobile and tablet friendly?

Yes. On tablets and phones the tab bar becomes a swipeable strip with large touch targets, hidden scrollbars, and the active tab keeps itself in view. Vertical layouts stack the same way on smaller screens.

Which themes are included?

Modern 2026 (default), Default, Minimal, Outline, Dark, Rounded, and Gradient. You can also set a Theme Color and optional Theme CSS Override.

Which Joomla versions are supported?

Joomla 4.x, 5.x, and 6.x. PHP 8.1+ is recommended.

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