Themify Builder Pointers Addon – Interactive Hotspots on Any Image
The Themify Builder Pointers Addon lets you turn any static image into an interactive hotspot experience. By placing glowing, circular pointers with tooltip-style text boxes anywhere on your image, you can highlight key details, explain features, and guide visitors visually—without touching code or opening Photoshop.
What Is Themify Builder Pointers Addon?
The Themify Builder Pointers Addon is a premium module for Themify Builder that adds “pointer” hotspots to images. Each pointer is a small, round icon that can display an animated text box when hovered or kept visible at all times.
You can:
- Drop the Pointers module into any row in Themify Builder
- Upload an image (product photo, illustration, map, diagram, etc.)
- Click directly on the image to place as many pointers as you want
- Configure individual tooltips with text, colors, link, and popout direction
All of this happens inside the standard Builder interface, in both backend and frontend edit modes.
Key Features of Themify Builder Pointers Addon
Interactive Image Hotspots
Turn images into clickable, informative areas:
- Add multiple pointers to a single image
- Position pointers precisely by clicking on the image
- Edit or remove each pointer individually
- Create guided tours, annotations, or labeled diagrams in minutes
Customizable Tooltip Behavior
Control how your tooltips behave and appear:
- Show tooltips on hover for a clean, minimal look
- Keep tooltips always visible for important information
- Choose tooltip popout direction: top, bottom, left, or right
- Add an optional external link that opens when the pointer is clicked
This makes the Themify Builder Pointers Addon perfect for product hotspots, infographics, and interactive ads.
Flexible Styling & Colors
Match pointers and tooltips to your brand:
- Set pointer color with a color picker
- Customize tooltip background color
- Choose tooltip text color for easy readability
- Combine with Builder’s typography and spacing controls for a polished look
Each pointer can be styled to stand out or blend into the design, depending on the context.
Image Controls & Live Preview
Work visually with full control over your image:
- Upload or select any image from the WordPress Media Library
- Set custom image width and height to fit your layout
- Adjust pointer positions if the image size changes
- See changes in a live backend or frontend preview while you edit
You can tweak placement and styling until everything looks perfect across your layout.
Dynamic Fields with Builder Pro (Optional)
When used alongside Builder Pro, certain fields in the Pointers module can be set to Dynamic, allowing you to:
- Pull tooltip text from post metadata or custom fields
- Integrate with plugins like Post Type Builder or Advanced Custom Fields
- Build templates where image hotspots update automatically based on the current post or product
This is especially powerful for larger sites that need reusable, data-driven layouts.
Practical Use Cases
Product Feature Highlights
Use the Themify Builder Pointers Addon to annotate product photos:
- Label specific components (buttons, ports, controls) on tech devices
- Highlight materials, stitching, or details on fashion products
- Explain unique features on furniture, vehicles, or equipment
Each pointer can link to additional product info, specs, or related pages.
Interactive Infographics & Diagrams
Turn diagrams into guided explanations:
- Add pointers to charts or infographics with definitions and notes
- Annotate architectural plans, maps, or floor layouts
- Explain process steps directly on workflow or UI mockup images
You turn a single static image into a self-explanatory piece of content.
Engaging Advertisements & Banners
Make advertising images more engaging:
- Use pointers to reveal key selling points on promotional graphics
- Link pointers to landing pages, signup forms, or product categories
- Keep important promo messages always visible on the image
The glowing tooltip style is eye-catching without being overly intrusive.
Education, Tutorials & Training
Teach visually by annotating images:
- Mark important parts of educational diagrams (biology, physics, etc.)
- Explain interface elements in software training screenshots
- Create step-by-step image-based tutorials with integrated notes
This is ideal for course creators, trainers, and documentation pages built with Themify.
Benefits of Using Themify Builder Pointers Addon
More Informative Images Without Clutter
Instead of dumping everything into a long block of text below a picture, you:
- Attach information directly to the relevant part of the image
- Keep the layout clean while still providing rich detail
- Allow visitors to explore at their own pace by hovering over pointers
Higher Engagement & Click-Through
Interactive hotspots naturally invite interaction:
- Visitors notice the animated pointers and tooltips
- They spend more time exploring key areas of your content
- Optional links on pointers can drive traffic deeper into your site
This supports better engagement for product pages, portfolios, and marketing content.
No Coding or Design Software Required
The Themify Builder Pointers Addon is entirely visual:
- No custom JavaScript or CSS needed
- No external graphic tools required for hotspots or labels
- Everything is handled with clicks, text fields, and color pickers in Themify Builder
You get advanced, “pro” effects with a simple, familiar workflow.
Requirements & Compatibility
To use Themify Builder Pointers Addon, you need:
- Themify Builder (bundled with many Themify themes or available as a standalone plugin)
- A WordPress site running a compatible Themify theme or the Builder plugin
Once the addon is installed and activated, the Pointers module appears in the Builder’s Addons section, available in both backend and frontend edit modes.
Who Is Themify Builder Pointers Addon For?
The Themify Builder Pointers Addon is ideal for:
- eCommerce stores wanting interactive product images with feature callouts
- Agencies and designers creating annotated visuals for clients
- Marketers building interactive ads and campaign visuals in Themify Builder
- Educators and trainers explaining diagrams, interfaces, and processes visually
- Bloggers and publishers who want more engaging images in tutorials and reviews
If you’re already using Themify Builder and want a simple way to add glowing, clickable hotspots to any image, the Themify Builder Pointers Addon gives you a flexible, premium solution for interactive tooltips and image annotations—directly inside your existing WordPress design workflow.
