Elementor 3D Tilt & Glare Effect in Flex Container | WordPress & Elementor Tutorial for Beginners

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to create a stunning 3D tilt and glare effect using Elementor, a popular page builder for WordPress. This effect will enhance the visual appeal of your website, making it more interactive for users. The tutorial is designed for beginners and utilizes the free version of Elementor.

Step 1: Start Designing Your Container

• Open your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the page where you want to add the effect.
• Click on "Edit with Elementor" to open the Elementor editor.
• Drag a Flex Container widget into your layout.
• Adjust the container's settings:
  • Set the width to 100% for full responsiveness.
  • Choose a background color or image for your container.
  • Ensure your content is centered within the container.

Step 2: Add the 3D Tilt Effect

• With the Flex Container selected, go to the "Advanced" tab.
• Locate the "Custom CSS" section (note that this is available in Elementor Pro; for the free version, you may need to use a different method to add custom CSS).
• Input the following CSS code to achieve the 3D tilt effect:

selector {
  transition: transform 0.5s;
}

selector:hover {
  transform: perspective(1000px) rotateY(10deg) rotateX(10deg);
}

• This code allows the container to tilt slightly when hovered over, creating a dynamic visual effect.

Step 3: Introduce the Glare Effect

• In the same Custom CSS area, add the glare effect code below the existing code:

selector::after {
  content: '';
  position: absolute;
  top: 0;
  left: 0;
  width: 100%;
  height: 100%;
  background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.1);
  opacity: 0;
  transition: opacity 0.5s;
}

selector:hover::after {
  opacity: 1;
}

• This code overlays a subtle glare effect when the container is hovered over, enhancing the overall aesthetic.

Step 4: Make It Responsive

• Check how the container looks on different devices (desktop, tablet, mobile).
• Adjust the container's settings if necessary to ensure the effects display correctly across all devices.
• Use Elementor’s responsive editing tools to fine-tune the design for each device type.

Conclusion

You have successfully created a 3D tilt and glare effect on your Elementor container. This effect not only improves user interaction but also adds a modern touch to your website design. To further enhance your skills, consider exploring additional Elementor features or experimenting with different effects. Happy designing!