Module
Images and Slideshow

Responsive Nivo Slider

Awesome Slider Module for Joomla

  • 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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  • v2.0· Updated 20 Jul 2026
  • 8.4K+downloads
  • PHP 8.1+
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Features

What can Responsive Nivo Slider do for you?

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

A Polished, Lightweight Slideshow

Modern Slideshow

A Polished, Lightweight Slideshow

  • Rounded frames, captions and smooth transitions without heavy libraries. Native JavaScript keeps it fast.
Fade, Slide, Fold or Zoom

Four Effects

Fade, Slide, Fold or Zoom

  • Pick an effect or let it cycle randomly. Your older effect settings carry over automatically.
Dots or Thumbnails

Easy Browsing

Dots or Thumbnails

  • Use compact dots for quick jumps. Or show image previews for visual browsing.
Ready-Made Looks

Three Themes

Ready-Made Looks

  • Switch between Default, Light and Bar styles. Tune caption colors, font, size and opacity.
Pick Images or Load a Folder

Flexible Sources

Pick Images or Load a Folder

  • Choose each image with its own caption and link. Or load a whole folder in order or at random.
Slides That Tell and Sell

Captions and Links

Slides That Tell and Sell

  • Add short messages on each slide in your brand colors. Link slides to any page.
Swipe or Use Arrow Keys

Touch and Keys

Swipe or Use Arrow Keys

  • Visitors swipe on phones and tablets. Arrow keys work when the slider is focused.
Built for Joomla 4, 5 and 6

Modern Build

Built for Joomla 4, 5 and 6

  • Follows the current Joomla module structure. Files refresh cleanly after upgrades.
Built for Real Sites

Real-World Ready

Built for Real Sites

  • Publish a full-width slideshow without touching your template. Pair captions with links for campaigns.

Changelog

What's new

7 releases since version 1.3. Updates install from the Joomla admin with a valid licence.

    • Improved mobile layout: fixed-height stages use a 16:9 band on small screens
    • Caption typography now uses CSS variables so mobile font scaling is not blocked by admin size settings
    • Thumbnail grid stays four columns wide on phones without horizontal overflow

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Docs & setup

Get up and running fast

Written guides for installing and configuring Responsive Nivo Slider, 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 Responsive Nivo Slider

Still unsure? Our support team is one ticket away.

Which Joomla versions does Responsive Nivo Slider 2.0 support?

Responsive Nivo Slider 2.0 supports Joomla 4, 5, and 6 with Web Asset Manager assets and PHP 8.1 or later recommended.

What does Responsive Nivo Slider do?

It shows a responsive image slideshow with captions, optional links, fade/slide/fold/zoom transitions, and dot or thumbnail pagination.

Does version 2.0 require jQuery or the old Nivo library?

No. Version 2.0 uses vanilla JavaScript and custom CSS. The old jQuery Nivo files are removed from the package.

Which transition effects are available?

Fade, Slide, Fold, Zoom, and Random. Legacy Nivo names such as sliceDown or boxRain still map to Fold or Zoom so existing modules keep working.

Can I load images from a folder?

Yes. Set Source to From Folder and enter a relative path such as images/gallery/. Supported extensions: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp.

Will my slides survive an upgrade from 1.5?

Yes. Slide rows, folder path, pagination, and motion settings use the same parameter names.

How do thumbnails work?

Enable Pagination, set Pagination Type to Thumbnails, and use at least two slides. Thumbnail images use the same slide image source.

What does height auto do?

Setting Slideshow Height to auto uses a responsive aspect ratio instead of a fixed pixel height, which works well on fluid layouts. On phones, fixed heights are also capped to a 16:9 band so the stage does not dominate the screen.

Why is autoplay paused?

Pause On Hover stops while the pointer or focus is on the slider. Reduced-motion browser preferences also disable autoplay.

Where can I get support?

Visit support.joomlax.com. Include Joomla and PHP versions, page URL, and module settings.

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