How to Install the Pumping Calculator Plugin on WordPress
This guide will walk you through installing the Smart Lactation Pumping Calculator plugin on your WordPress website. The process is simple and takes only a few minutes.
Before You Begin
Make sure you have:
- Administrator access to your WordPress dashboard
- The plugin file (pumping-calculator-wp.zip) downloaded to your computer
- WordPress version 5.0 or higher
⚠️ Important: Do NOT unzip/extract the plugin file! WordPress requires the .zip file to remain compressed for installation.
Installation Steps
Step 1: Log in to WordPress
Go to your website’s admin area by adding /wp-admin to your website URL (e.g., www.yoursite.com/wp-admin) and log in with your administrator credentials.
Step 2: Navigate to Plugins
In the left sidebar menu, hover over “Plugins” and click on “Add New”.
Step 3: Upload the Plugin
At the top of the page, click the “Upload Plugin” button. Then click “Choose File” and select the pumping-calculator-wp.zip file from your computer.
⚠️ Remember: Upload the .zip file directly without extracting it first.
Step 4: Install the Plugin
Click the “Install Now” button and wait for WordPress to upload and install the plugin. You’ll see a success message when complete.
Step 5: Activate the Plugin
Click the “Activate Plugin” link that appears after installation. You’ll be redirected to the plugins page.
Step 6: Verify Installation
Look for “Pumping Calc” in your WordPress left sidebar menu. If you see it, the installation was successful! 🎉
Adding the Calculator to Your Website
To display the calculator on any page or post, use this shortcode:
[pumping_calculator]Simply paste this shortcode into any page or post where you want the calculator to appear. The calculator will automatically display with your configured settings.
💡 Tip: You can add the calculator to multiple pages if needed. Each instance will use the same settings.
Quick Summary
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Log in to WordPress admin (/wp-admin) |
| 2 | Go to Plugins → Add New |
| 3 | Click Upload Plugin → Choose the .zip file |
| 4 | Click Install Now → Activate Plugin |
| 5 | Add [pumping_calculator] to any page |
That’s it! Your pumping calculator is now installed. Continue to the next guide to customize your branding.