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Randomizer

Show Joomla Modules and Articles Randomly in a Position

  • Zero B/C pluginRuns without the B/C pluginRuns on Joomla 5 and 6 without the Behaviour - Backward Compatibility plugin, so you can keep it switched off.
  • Joomla 4, 5 & 6Tested and supported on Joomla 4, 5 and 6.
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  • v1.5.1· Updated 3 days ago
  • 3.1K+downloads
  • PHP 8.1+
  • Instant accessReady to install right after checkout
  • One-click updatesNew releases install from the Joomla administrator
  • Lifetime optionPay once and keep future releases
  • 30-day guaranteeFull refund if it is not the right fit

Features

What can Randomizer do for you?

Ten feature areas, one install package for Joomla 4, 5 and 6.

  • Module Mode · Article Mode

    Two Modes, One Module

    • Rotate modules or articlesChoose Module Mode to render one random published site module from your pool, or Article Mode to surface filtered articles as a list, grid, or carousel.
    • Separate instances when neededPublish as many Randomizer modules as you like. Use one for banner rotation and another for related reading on the same site.
    • Simple setupPick a mode, configure the pool or article filters, assign a position, and publish. No custom template code required.

  • Published · Access · Language

    Smart Module Rotation

    • Pool of site modulesAdd banners, CTAs, testimonials, or any published site module to the Select Modules list. One candidate is shown per page load.
    • Safer picking in 1.5Only published, accessible, in-window modules matching the visitor language are used. Randomizer never includes itself.
    • Fail softIf a selected module is unpublished or inaccessible, Randomizer tries another from the pool instead of breaking the page.

  • Categories · Tags · Featured

    Article Filters That Fit

    • Target the right storiesFilter by categories, tags, featured-only, and comma-separated exclude IDs. Show 1 to 20 articles at a time.
    • Exclude current articleOn article pages, keep the page you are reading out of the random results by default.
    • Respect Joomla rulesPublished state, publish dates, access levels, and language filters are applied on every query.

  • Three Article Layouts

    List, Grid, or Carousel

    • Default listStacked articles with title, image position controls, intro or full text, and read more.
    • Grid layoutResponsive Bootstrap columns with 1, 2, 3, 4, or 6 cards across.
    • CarouselBootstrap 5 carousel with optional indicators, controls, captions, and interval timing.

  • Title · Image · Text · Links

    Display Control

    • Show what mattersToggle title, image, article text, and read more. Set title length, header tag, and custom read more wording.
    • Image placementIn the default list, place the intro image above the title, below the title, or below the content.
    • Link behaviourOptionally open article links in a new window with noopener safety attributes.

  • Random · Date · Hits · Title

    Ordering and Cache

    • Order your wayChoose random, newest date, most hits, or alphabetical title ordering for article results.
    • Cache when it helpsEnable caching for non-random orders to reduce repeated queries. Random order always stays fresh.
    • Configurable lifetimeSet cache time in minutes from the Advanced tab.

  • Focus · Labels · Motion

    Accessible Front End

    • Clearer markupArticle layouts use semantic structure, labelled carousel controls, and visible focus styles.
    • Reduced motionGrid reveal animation respects prefers-reduced-motion so quieter browsing stays calm.
    • Lazy imagesIntro images load with lazy loading attributes where supported.

  • Promos · Related · Featured

    Built for Real Sites

    • Marketing rotationCycle promo modules in a sidebar or footer without editing the template each week.
    • Related readingShow random articles from matching categories or tags beside the current story.
    • Homepage varietyKeep featured content feeling fresh with a small random grid or carousel strip.

  • Services · Namespaces · WAM

    Modern Joomla Stack

    • Joomla 4 / 5 / 6 architectureRandomizer 1.5 uses a service provider, module dispatcher, namespaced helper and fields, and Web Asset Manager versioned assets.
    • Cleaner packageLanguage files ship inside the module. Legacy admin helpers and old field paths are removed.
    • No jQuery dependencyCore behaviour uses native JavaScript and Joomla Bootstrap assets when the carousel is enabled.

  • Upload · Configure · Publish

    Simple to Install

    • One zipInstall mod_randomizer_1.5.0.zip from System > Install > Extensions.
    • Quick configurationCreate a site module, choose Mode, set the pool or article filters, assign menus, and publish.
    • Support when you need itHelp is available at support.joomlax.com with clear version and page-context details.

Changelog

What's new

6 releases since version 1.1. Updates install from the Joomla admin with a valid licence.

    • Download Key support on the update site (dlid).

Docs & setup

Get up and running fast

Written guides for installing and configuring Randomizer, from first setup to the options that matter.

  • Installation stepsOne install zip for Joomla 4, 5 and 6, installed from System, Install, Extensions.
  • Configuration optionsThe settings in the guide, from first setup to the options that matter.
  • Practical usage tipsShort examples you can adapt to your site.
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FAQ

Questions about Randomizer

Still unsure? Our support team is one ticket away.

Which Joomla versions does Randomizer 1.5 support?

Randomizer 1.5 supports Joomla 4, 5, and 6 with a service provider, dispatcher, namespace, Web Asset Manager assets, and PHP 8.1 or later recommended.

What is the difference between Module Mode and Article Mode?

Module Mode renders one random published site module from a pool you configure. Article Mode loads filtered articles and displays them as a list, grid, or carousel.

Can Randomizer include itself in the module pool?

No. Randomizer is excluded from the selectable module list and from renderable candidates, so it cannot nest itself.

How do I rotate banners or promo modules?

Create a Randomizer module, set Mode to Module Mode, add your promo modules to Select Modules, assign a position, and publish. One pool member is shown per page load.

How do article filters work?

In Article Mode you can filter by categories, tags, featured-only, exclude article IDs, and exclude the current article on article pages. Results also respect publish dates, access levels, and language.

Which article display styles are available?

Choose Default List, Grid Layout (1 to 6 columns), or Carousel. Carousel uses Bootstrap 5 with optional indicators, controls, captions, and interval.

Can I show full article text instead of an intro?

Yes. Enable Show Article Text and set Show Full Article to Yes. When Show Full Article is No, Text Max Length controls truncation (0 means no limit and keeps HTML).

Does caching work with random ordering?

No. Caching applies only when Order By is not random, so random selections stay fresh on each load.

Why does the same article keep appearing on an article page?

Enable Exclude Current Article (default Yes), or add that article ID to Exclude Articles. Clear cache if you are using a non-random order with caching enabled.

Does Randomizer require jQuery?

No. Core behaviour uses native JavaScript and Joomla's Bootstrap carousel asset when needed. There is no jQuery dependency for Randomizer 1.5.

Where can I get support?

Visit support.joomlax.com. Include the Joomla and PHP versions, page URL, mode settings, and any browser-console or log errors.

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