JS Plugins

How to prevent users from selecting text on a page using a simple jQuery technique with cross-browser support.

An introduction to the Masonry jQuery plugin for creating dynamic, cascading grid layouts that adapt to content size.

A roundup of the best JavaScript-based rich text editors available for embedding in web applications.

Building a smoothly scrolling content block with JavaScript — useful for news tickers, carousels, and sidebars.

Why @font-face is becoming the preferred alternative to Cufon for embedding custom fonts on the web.

The tabSlider jQuery plugin has been updated with new features, bug fixes, and improved API options.

A popular jQuery slideshow plugin has been updated with new transition effects and improved configuration options.

How to build a textarea that automatically grows in height as the user types, improving form usability.

Building a smooth scrolling text ticker using jQuery with configurable speed and direction.

A collection of online services where you can generate and download animated loading indicators for your web projects.

How to use Cufon to render custom fonts on the web without relying on images or Flash, with simple JavaScript setup.

Creating an animated dropdown navigation menu using jQuery with smooth open/close effects.

A JavaScript library for embedding and playing MP3 audio in web pages with minimal markup.

A curated collection of useful jQuery plugins for common UI patterns and interactions.

A JavaScript library for applying visual effects to images on the fly without external dependencies.

A comprehensive overview of the best lightbox plugins for JavaScript and jQuery to suit any project.

Building an animated hover effect for navigation menus using the Mootools framework.

The tabSlider plugin — a flexible jQuery tab/slider component that animates between panels and supports auto-play.

Building an animated navigation menu with jQuery that smoothly transitions between active states.

A lightweight jQuery slideshow plugin with smooth transitions, configurable speed, and auto-play support.

A selection of essential jQuery plugins that work great with WordPress and other CMS platforms.