Create Matrix Rain in Canvas with WordPress Plugins

If you want to add the iconic Matrix effect with falling green numbers to your WordPress website, you can use a plugin to easily insert code snippets. Follow these steps to create a shortcode and embed the Matrix rain effect in your posts using a plugin like “Code Snippets” or “Insert Headers and Footers.”

Step 1: Install and Activate a Code Plugin

To add code to your WordPress site, start by installing and activating a plugin such as “Code Snippets” or “Insert Headers and Footers.” Follow the steps below to install “Code Snippets”:

1. Go to your WordPress admin panel.
2. Navigate to “Plugins” > “Add New”.
3. Search for “Code Snippets”.
4. Install and activate the plugin.

Step 2: Create a Shortcode with “Code Snippets”

Once you have activated “Code Snippets,” you can create a new code snippet that generates the Matrix rain effect. Follow these steps:

1. Go to “Snippets” > “Add New”.
2. Name your snippet, e.g., “Matrix Rain Shortcode”.
3. Copy and paste the following code into the code editor:

function matrix_rain_shortcode($atts) {
    ob_start(); ?>

    <canvas class="matrix-rain" style="position: fixed; top: 0; left: 0; pointer-events: none; width: 100%; height: 100%;"></canvas>

    <script>
        (function() {
            // Get the canvas element and set its properties
            var canvas = document.querySelector('.matrix-rain');
            var ctx = canvas.getContext('2d');

            // Set the canvas dimensions to match the window size
            var width = window.innerWidth;
            var height = window.innerHeight;
            canvas.width = width;
            canvas.height = height;

            // Configure characters and styles
            var characters = '01';
            var fontSize = 22;
            var columns = width / fontSize;
            var matrix = [];
            for (var i = 0; i < columns; i++) {
                matrix[i] = 1;
            }

            // Function to draw on the canvas
            function draw() {
                // Background
                ctx.fillStyle = 'rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1)';
                ctx.fillRect(0, 0, width, height);

                // Text style
                ctx.fillStyle = '#0F0';
                ctx.font = fontSize + 'px Orbitron';

                // Draw text
                for (var i = 0; i < matrix.length; i++) {
                    var text = characters.charAt(Math.floor(Math.random() * characters.length));
                    ctx.fillText(text, i * fontSize, matrix[i] * fontSize);

                    // Randomly reset character position
                    if (matrix[i] * fontSize > height && Math.random() > 0.975) {
                        matrix[i] = 0;
                    }

                    matrix[i]++;
                }
            }

            // Function to update the canvas
            function update() {
                draw();
                setTimeout(update, 100); // Adjust this value to control the rain speed
            }

            // Start the animation
            update();
        })();
    </script>

    <?php
    return ob_get_clean();
}
add_shortcode('matrix_rain', 'matrix_rain_shortcode');

4. Save the snippet and make sure it is activated.

Step 3: Insert the Matrix Rain in Your Post

Once you have created the shortcode, you can now use it in your posts. Place the shortcode anywhere in your post content where you want the rain to appear.

[matrix_rain]

Step 4: Add the Orbitron Font

To ensure that the Orbitron font is available and loaded on your site, you can use the “Insert Headers and Footers” plugin. Follow these steps:

1. Install and activate the “Insert Headers and Footers” plugin.
2. Go to “Settings” > “Insert Headers and Footers”.
3. Add the following code in the section:

<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Orbitron:wght@400;700&display=swap" rel="stylesheet">

4. Save the changes.

Summary

By following these steps, you can easily add the iconic Matrix effect to your WordPress website using a plugin to insert code snippets. This allows you to create an engaging and visually impressive experience for your visitors.

Remember to save your changes and update your theme to see the Matrix rain in your posts. Explore different variations of characters and colors to create your own unique futuristic design.

Try adding the Matrix rain effect to your post and watch the iconic Matrix effect come to life on your website!

Thank you for reading!