MC Avatars by MrDino

Replace WordPress avatars with Minecraft-style heads using Minecraft usernames (and future custom skin features).

Index

1. Search and Install the Plugin

On the Add Plugins Menu, search for “Avatars for MC by MrDino” and the plugin will appear as in the image below.

Next click in “Install Now” and then “Activate”.

2. Set-Up

Now once Activated you can find it under
“Settings > Avatars for MC by MrDino”.

Once activated it will start working, no further config needed.

By default we use MC Heads as the skin source.

3. Change Users Avatars

For this go to “Users > User you want to edit”

f you scroll down you will find the following menu added into the profile editor:

You can choose from predefined head or if you type your minecraft username or any other minecraft username the head will auto update automatically, displaying that players skin.

Once saved it will apply to all “avatar” related images from WordPress.

5. Screenshots

6. FAQ

Does this replace Gravatar ?

Yes, for users who have set a Minecraft username, their Minecraft head will be used as avatar.

Is it compatible with BuddyPress ?

Yes it is compatible and will set your Minecraft Avatar as default unless it has been overridden by the user.

Is it compatible with WooCommerce ?

Yes it is compatible and will set your Minecraft Avatar as default unless it has been overridden by the user.

Can I add custom heads ?

The current version only allows to have the default predefined heads + the minecraft username head.
If users want a custom head they could add as minecraft user their desired head name.

This will be added on future versions.

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