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Paste the generated shortcode into an Elementor Shortcode widget and your hover effects will display exactly as designed.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"%F0%9F%9F%A6%20does%20it%20work%20with%20the%20gutenberg%20block%20editor%3F\"><h3>\ud83d\udfe6 Does it work with the Gutenberg block editor?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>Yes. Use the core Shortcode block in Gutenberg and paste in your shortcode. It works on any page or post.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"%F0%9F%92%BB%20do%20i%20need%20to%20write%20any%20code%3F\"><h3>\ud83d\udcbb Do I need to write any code?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>No. All effects are created through the visual admin panel. Developers who want more control can also add custom CSS, but it is completely optional.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"%F0%9F%93%B1%20are%20the%20effects%20mobile-friendly%3F\"><h3>\ud83d\udcf1 Are the effects mobile-friendly?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>Yes. Every layout is fully responsive with separate controls for desktop, tablet, and mobile. Touch interactions also work smoothly on iOS and Android.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"%F0%9F%86%93%20what%20is%20the%20difference%20between%20free%20and%20pro%3F\"><h3>\ud83c\udd93 What is the difference between free and Pro?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>The free version gives you access to all 10 modules and hundreds of layouts. Pro unlocks full customization of every effect \u2014 advanced color controls, 650+ Google Fonts, border and shadow settings, unlimited items, and priority support. 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