Slider refers to a visual tool often added to a website’s homepage that slides to unveil several pieces of information while using up the same space on the web page. Slider is used for slideshows added to a webpage. You can use sliders on all types of websites though they are commonly used on business or professional portfolio websites. An advantage of using a slider is that it allows website owners to place all their important content in an appealing and visually interactive manner. Sliders usually appear at the top of a web page before the page’s main content. Hence, visitors can quickly see the slider’s content and take the necessary action.
Sliders can run slideshows automatically without being prompted to by moving slides on pre-defined time intervals. Sliders also respond to user interaction. For example, you can click on them or swipe them to view the previous or next slideshow. Sliders also have buttons or thumbnails users can click to view a specific slide in the slider.
