=== Smart Image Editor ===
Contributors: kaankarakas
Donate link: https://kaankarakas.com.tr
Tags: image-resize, image-crop, image-compression, webp, media
Requires at least: 5.8
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 2.3.7
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Resize, crop, and compress images directly in the Media Library — with manual crop frame, zoom & pan, WebP export, and live preview.

== Description ==
Smart Image Editor is a powerful yet user-friendly WordPress plugin that lets you resize, crop, and compress images directly from your Media Library. Whether you run a blog, a photography site, or an online store, this tool makes image optimization fast and intuitive — no external editors required.

**Key Features**
- **Manual Image Resizing & Cropping** — Set exact width and height values and instantly preview the crop area with a dynamic adjustable frame.
- **Zoom & Pan Support** — Easily zoom in on large images and pan to focus on the exact section you need.
- **WebP Format Export** — Save images in the modern, lightweight WebP format for faster page loads and better SEO performance.
- **Image Compression** — Reduce file size without losing visible quality to improve site speed and save storage space.
- **Live Preview** — See exactly how your image will look before applying changes.
- **Simple Interface** — Designed for beginners and professionals alike, with an intuitive workflow.

**Why WebP + Compression?**
WebP provides excellent compression and quality balance. Combined with adjustable quality settings, Smart Image Editor can dramatically decrease image sizes while keeping them sharp — resulting in faster pages, better Core Web Vitals, and improved SEO.

**Typical Workflow**
1. Open Media → Library and select an image.
2. Launch **Smart Image Editor** from the toolbar.
3. Enter your target width/height, pick **WebP** (or keep original format), and set quality.
4. Use the crop frame with **Zoom & Pan** to fine-tune.
5. Save and use the optimized image immediately.

== Installation ==
1. Upload the plugin ZIP via Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
2. Activate the plugin.
3. Go to Media → Library, pick an image → “Smart Image Editor”.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= Does it overwrite the original image? =
No. It saves a new file/size. Your original image remains untouched.

= Can I export to WebP? =
Yes. You can choose WebP as the output format and also configure the quality level for compression.

= Will it compress images? =
Yes. You can adjust quality to reduce file size while maintaining visual fidelity.

== Screenshots ==
1. Modal UI with manual crop and WebP/compression options
2. Zoom & pan controls in action

== Changelog ==
= 2.3.0 =
* Initial public release under the name "Smart Image Editor"
* Manual crop, zoom/pan, WebP export, and compression

== Upgrade Notice ==
= 2.3.0 =
First public release.