WordPress Plugin
Embedding Algebrakit in WordPress
You can embed interactive Algebrakit exercises into any WordPress page or post using the official Algebrakit plugin. The plugin supports two integration methods, depending on your WordPress setup:
- Gutenberg Block Editor – Recommended for WordPress 5.0 and higher.
- Shortcode – Works in any WordPress version that supports shortcodes.
Installation Guide
You’ll need permission to install plugins. If you're not an admin, ask someone with the correct privileges to follow these steps.
Steps
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Download the plugin from the GitHub repository:
Algebrakit WordPress Plugin -
Follow the official WordPress guide for plugin installation. Automatic installation is not supported. Use the instructions under:
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Once installed, activate the plugin via the WordPress Plugins menu.
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Open the Algebrakit settings page (found under the Settings menu in WordPress) and paste your API key into the input field.
Using the Gutenberg Block Editor
If you’re using the Gutenberg block editor (WordPress 5.0+):
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Create or edit a page.
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Add a new block of type Algebrakit.
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Enter your Exercise ID. (You can leave the Major Version field blank.)
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Save and preview the page. Your Algebrakit exercise should render automatically.
Using the Algebrakit Shortcode
For classic WordPress editors or custom use cases, you can embed exercises using a shortcode:
Syntax
[akit-exercise exercise-id="..." version="..." solution-mode="..."][/akit-exercise]| Attribute | Description |
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exercise-id |
(Required) – The unique ID of the exercise |
version |
(Optional) – The major version number of the exercise |
solution-mode |
(Optional) – Set to "true" to display the solution |
Example
[akit-exercise exercise-id="9e5aa8cd-1426-4845-88d6-459d3942ca75"][/akit-exercise]This will embed the specified Algebrakit exercise into the page.
Need Help?
Refer to the Algebrakit Authoring Documentation for details on creating exercises.
For plugin issues or support, contact us.