Simple LaunchPad — Support
Help and FAQs for Simple LaunchPad — the WCAG 2.1 AA accessible admin dashboard. Browse the FAQ below or use the contact form to reach our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Installation
How do I install Simple LaunchPad?
From your WordPress admin, go to Plugins → Add New, search for “Simple LaunchPad”, click Install Now, then Activate. Or download the ZIP from wordpress.org and upload it via Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin. After activation, “LaunchPad” appears as the first item in your admin menu.What are the server requirements?
WordPress 5.0 or higher and PHP 7.4 or higher. No other dependencies — Simple LaunchPad does not call any external services.Configuration
Where do I configure the buttons?
Click LaunchPad in your admin sidebar (it’s the first menu item). The settings appear at the bottom of that page, with tabs for Buttons, Appearance, and Role Visibility.How do I reorder the buttons?
On the LaunchPad settings page, go to the Buttons tab and drag any button to a new position. The order is saved automatically when you click Save Settings.Can I disable buttons I don’t need?
Yes — uncheck the box next to any button on the Buttons tab. WooCommerce buttons are disabled by default and only become enable-able when WooCommerce is active.Keyboard Shortcut
Is there a keyboard shortcut to open LaunchPad?
Yes — press Alt+Shift+L (Windows/Linux) or Control+Option+L (Mac) from anywhere in the WordPress admin to jump to the LaunchPad page. The shortcut works globally on every admin screen.Customization
Can I change button colors?
Yes. Open LaunchPad and go to the Appearance tab. You can customize text and background colors for both normal and hover states, and choose Light, Dark, or Auto display modes.Can I add my own custom buttons?
Yes — use thesimple_launchpad_default_buttons filter hook in your theme’s functions.php or a custom plugin. Each button needs a label, URL, dashicon, and capability. Example:
add_filter('simple_launchpad_default_buttons', function($buttons) {
$buttons['my_custom'] = array(
'label' => 'Custom Area',
'url' => 'admin.php?page=my-custom-page',
'icon' => 'dashicons-admin-generic',
'capability' => 'manage_options'
);
return $buttons;
});Role Visibility
Can I control which users see which buttons?
Yes. The Role Visibility tab lets you choose which WordPress roles see each button. The plugin also respects WordPress capability checks, so users will never see buttons for pages they can’t access anyway.Compatibility
Does it work with WooCommerce?
Yes — there are 5 dedicated WooCommerce buttons (Dashboard, Settings, Orders, Products, Product Categories) that appear automatically when WooCommerce is active. They are disabled by default; enable them on the Buttons tab. HPOS (high-performance order storage) is fully supported.Does it work on multisite?
Yes. Simple LaunchPad works on both single-site and multisite installations. Each site has its own configuration.Will it conflict with other plugins?
Simple LaunchPad uses standard WordPress admin menu APIs and follows coding standards, so conflicts are rare. If you do see one, please report it via the channels below — we’ll investigate.Mobile & Accessibility
Is it WCAG-compliant?
Yes — WCAG 2.1 AA compliant, with full keyboard navigation, ARIA labels, skip links, 64px touch targets, and the global Alt+Shift+L shortcut. The plugin was specifically designed to give screen reader users one predictable location for all core admin pages.Does it work on tablets and phones?
Yes. The button grid is fully responsive — 5 columns on desktop, 2 columns on mobile, with touch-friendly targets.Uninstall
How do I uninstall it cleanly?
Deactivate and delete the plugin via Plugins in WordPress. The uninstall handler removes all settings, custom buttons, and cached data automatically.Contact Support
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Send us a message and we’ll get back to you within 1–2 business days.Bug Reports & Feature Requests
For bug reports and feature requests, please use the GitHub issue tracker or the WordPress support forum.