Sehrish Anam

Nuvora Reading Time & Progress Bar is a lightweight, developer-friendly plugin that adds two things readers love:
<ol>
<li>A reading time badge — shown before/after your post content.</li>
<li>A scroll progress bar — a sleek bar at the top (or bottom) of the screen that fills as the reader scrolls.</li>
</ol>
<h4>✨ What makes it different?</h4>
AI-assisted reading time adjustment 
Posts with lots of headings, bullet lists, and short paragraphs are scanned faster by readers. The plugin detects structure in your content and intelligently reduces the estimate — labelled “AI-adjusted” so readers know.
Per-post overrides via meta box 
Override the calculated reading time for any post. Hide the badge or progress bar per-post, right from the editor.
Accessibility-first design 
– Semantic <code>role="progressbar"</code> with live <code>aria-valuenow</code> updates 
– Meaningful <code>aria-label</code> on every element 
– Keyboard-focusable progress bar 
– Fully respects <code>prefers-reduced-motion</code> 
– Screen-reader-friendly badge with word count in ARIA label
Minimal & performant 
– No jQuery dependency (vanilla JS) 
– No external assets, fonts, or CDN calls 
– No database writes beyond settings 
– No user tracking whatsoever 
– ~1.5 KB JS / ~1.2 KB CSS (gzipped)
Elementor Widget included 
– Drag and drop the Reading Time widget directly in Elementor 
– Full widget controls for badge display and styling 
– Works seamlessly with Elementor’s responsive settings
Developer-friendly 
– Template tags: <code>rte_the_reading_time()</code>, <code>rte_get_reading_time()</code> 
– Filters: <code>rte_badge_html</code>, <code>rte_show_badge</code>, <code>rte_ai_adjustment_factor</code> 
– CJK (Chinese/Japanese/Korean) content support 
– Per-post type configuration
<h4>📐 Settings</h4>
<ul>
<li>Custom WPM (words per minute) — default 238</li>
<li>Enable/disable AI-assisted adjustment</li>
<li>Badge position: before content, after content, or both</li>
<li>Choose which post types show the badge and/or progress bar</li>
<li>Customise badge label text (use <code>{time}</code> placeholder)</li>
<li>Pick progress bar color, height (1–10 px), position (top/bottom)</li>
<li>Optional percentage tooltip on hover</li>
<li>Respect <code>prefers-reduced-motion</code> toggle</li>
</ul>
<h4>🔧 Template Tags</h4>
Use in your theme:
<pre><code><?php rte_the_reading_time(); // echoes "5 min read" ?>

<?php $data = rte_get_reading_time(); echo $data['minutes']; ?>
</code></pre>
<h4>🪝 Filters</h4>
Customise badge HTML: 
 add_filter( ‘rte_badge_html’, function( $html, $result ) { return $html; }, 10, 2 );
Disable badge conditionally: 
 add_filter( ‘rte_show_badge’, ‘__return_false’ );
Tweak AI adjustment factor (0.75–1.0): 
 add_filter( ‘rte_ai_adjustment_factor’, function( $factor, $html ) { return 0.85; }, 10, 2 );

Nuvora Reading Time & Progress Bar


I was having an issue with post timing, but after downloading and using this plugin, my problem was solved. It’s a great plugin


Good Plugin

A minimalist, accessible reading time badge + scroll progress bar. AI-assisted time adjustment, per-post overrides, zero tracking.

Jose Varghese

Improve your website’s user experience with Scroll to Top, a lightweight and feature-rich plugin that adds a smooth “Back to Top” button and a Reading Progress Bar.
Long pages can be frustrating. This plugin helps users navigate seamlessly with a single click. Unlike basic scroll plugins, we offer 16 professionally designed styles, ranging from minimal arrows to gamified animations like Rocket Launch and Cosmic effects.
It also includes a visual Reading Progress Bar, perfect for blogs and long-form content to show readers their position on the page. Position the bar at the top, bottom, or right side of the screen — and if you choose the top position, the plugin automatically detects your site’s header (including sticky and FSE block theme headers) and places the bar neatly below it.
<h3>🚀 Why Choose This Scroll to Top Plugin?</h3>
Every website needs smooth navigation. Our plugin boosts user experience by allowing visitors to return to the top of your page instantly, reducing bounce rates and keeping them engaged. We prioritized performance, ensuring the plugin is lightweight and fast, loading assets only when necessary so your site speed remains unaffected. You can fully customize the extensive color options to match your brand identity, complete with live previews. Plus, it’s designed to be mobile-responsive, working perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktops.
<ul>
<li>Boost Navigation: Reduce bounce rates by making it easy to scroll back up.</li>
<li>Lightweight & Fast: Optimized for performance; assets load only when needed.</li>
<li>Fully Customizable: Match your brand with unlimited colors and live previews.</li>
<li>Mobile Responsive: Designed to work perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktops.</li>
</ul>
<h3>✨ Key Features</h3>
Unlock a suite of powerful features designed for modern websites. Choose from over 16 unique styles, ranging from minimalist designs to fun animations. The integrated Reading Progress Bar gives users a clear visual indicator of their position, while the smooth scroll technology ensures a polished feel. You have full control over positioning, scroll triggers, animation speed, and page targeting to ensure the button appears exactly when and where you need it.
<ul>
<li>16+ Unique Styles: Choose from minimalist arrows, rockets, bubbles, neon effects, and more.</li>
<li>Reading Progress Bar: A sleek bar that fills as users scroll — position it at the top, bottom, or right side.</li>
<li>Header Auto-Detection: When placed at the top, the bar automatically detects sticky and FSE block theme headers and sits neatly below them. You can also provide a custom CSS selector.</li>
<li>Smooth Scroll Up: Customize the scroll speed (Slow, Normal, Fast) for a polished feel.</li>
<li>Smart Positioning: Place the button Bottom-Right, Bottom-Left, or Bottom-Center.</li>
<li>Scroll Trigger: Auto-show the button after scrolling a specific distance (e.g., 300px).</li>
<li>Page Targeting: Display on specific post types (Homepage, Posts, Pages) or exclude as needed.</li>
<li>Accessibility Ready: WCAG compliant with keyboard support and ARIA labels.</li>
</ul>
<h3>🎨 Styles Included</h3>
We understand that every site has a unique design language. That’s why we’ve included a diverse library of button styles. Whether you need an essential arrow for a professional business site, a visual indicator for a blog, or a fun animation for a creative portfolio, you’ll find the perfect match. Our styles include everything from neon pulses and holographic effects to classic, minimal designs.
<ul>
<li>Essential: Classic Arrow, Minimal Glass, Floating Bubble.</li>
<li>Visual Indicators: Progress Circle, Progress Bar (Top / Bottom / Right).</li>
<li>Fun Animations: Rocket Launch, Magic Wand, Floating Bubble.</li>
<li>Modern Effects: Neon Pulse, Holographic, Cosmic Sparkle.</li>
</ul>
<h3>♿ Accessibility First</h3>
Web accessibility is at the core of our development. We believe navigation should be seamless for everyone. The plugin is built with strict WCAG compliance, offering full keyboard navigation support (Tab key) and proper ARIA labels for screen readers. It also respects user preferences for reduced motion, ensuring a comfortable experience for all visitors.
<ul>
<li>Keyboard Support: Full keyboard navigation support (Tab key).</li>
<li>Screen Readers: Proper ARIA labels for screen readers.</li>
<li>Reduced Motion: Respects user “Reduced Motion” settings in browsers.</li>
</ul>
💡 Pro Tips: 
* Use the progress circle style for long-form content 
* Match button colors to your brand palette 
* Enable the progress bar and set it to “Top” — it will auto-detect your sticky header and sit neatly below it 
* Use the custom selector option if your theme uses a non-standard header class (e.g. <code>.my-theme-header</code>) 
* Adjust bottom offset to avoid conflicts with other fixed elements 
* Position buttons based on your site’s layout

Scroll to Top – Smooth Scroll Up, Back to Top & Reading Progress Bar

Add a customizable Scroll to Top button and Reading Progress Bar. Smooth scroll up, 16+ styles, and mobile responsiveness for better navigation.

Nuvora Reading Time & Progress Bar vs Scroll to Top – Smooth Scroll Up, Back to Top & Reading Progress Bar