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OK, it’s time to show some of the elements of the xScape. There are still many elements we want to include in the framework, and some very interesting and unique features are in development, so things are not yet set in stone as the features go. So, here is the first preview.

Plugin will have several administration panels. Main one will contain theme settings. And there will be one additional with framework settings. Framework settings are general options that deal with integration of the framework in WP and other general things. One more panel will be used to export and import all the settings. Best thing is that settings will be cross-theme compatible and can be reused on different themes.

Header Settings

Unique and never before seen features in any of the currently available themes and frameworks will be kept under wraps, but believe me they will be very, very interesting and useful.

Theme and xScape settings panels will look the same and will use ajax to save data. Image uploader (you see logo upload on this image) can handle uploading files, linking local files and even downloading remote images to be used for resizing. To resize images we are not using awful TimThumb script, and all resizing will be done with WordPress built in functions. And also, plugin can use brand new Post Thumbnail added in WordPress 2.9, but also allows you to upload images for posts and pages. For color changing of some elements, plugin uses color picker. And there are many other standardized elements for any number of settings.

Framework can also handle settings specific for different versions of WordPress. So, already mentioned Post Thumbnail option would be available for WP 2.9, and not for older WP versions.

Right now designer is working on different color schemes for first upcoming themes, and I hope that I will be able to show you previews of design next week. Also, important thing to mention is free and premium themes difference. We are making primarily premium themes, but we will offer number of free themes. First two we are making will have free versions. They will lack some of the settings and elements, and will have only 2 color schemes. Each premium theme will have at least 6 color schemes or even more, and we will be able to add more of them if you need them. Premium will also have PSD source files for designs. And free themes will have no support, except for reporting bugs. More will be announced soon.

First themes are expected in February. So stay tuned for more previews.