Article Read Time & Progress Bar v1.0.3

The Article Read Time & Progress Bar plugin for WordPress is a useful tool designed to enhance user engagement on your blog posts or articles. This plugin typically provides two main features: displaying the estimated reading time for articles and adding a visual progress bar that shows readers how far they have progressed through the article. One of the primary advantages of displaying estimated reading time is that it sets clear expectations for readers, allowing them to decide whether they have enough time to read the content in one sitting. This can increase user satisfaction and help reduce bounce rates.

The progress bar feature is particularly engaging as it visually indicates how much of the article has been read. This can encourage readers to continue scrolling through the content, fostering a sense of accomplishment as they move through the piece. A well-implemented progress bar can also reduce the likelihood of skimming, prompting users to consume more information. To install the plugin, you typically go through the following steps. First, navigate to the WordPress dashboard, and go to Plugins > Add New. Search for “Article Read Time & Progress Bar,” then install and activate the plugin. After activation, you may find settings to customize how the estimated read time appears and adjust the styling of the progress bar to fit your site’s theme.