How to Use the Interface Tab in Classic Monks: Feature Index

Last updated on August 7, 2026

Key Takeaways

• 32 features across 7 subtabs

• 7 subtabs: Folders, Admin Notices, Form Desk, Preloader, Laser Loader, Experience, Menu Management

• Each feature has its own dedicated guide with frontmatter, FAQ, and advanced developer options

• The Folders subtab is the most feature-rich (8 features covering media management)

Folders

The Folders subtab adds a complete media folder management system. 8 features.

Feature	Description	Guide
Folder Manager	Organize media and post types into virtual folders, with CPT filtering and folder-aware media modals.	View guide
Folder Download (ZIP)	Download folder contents as ZIP archives.	View guide
Folder Duplication	Duplicate folder structures.	View guide
Gallery Shortcode	`[cm_gallery]` shortcode for folder-based galleries.	View guide
Quick Inspect	Modal-based media editing.	View guide

The Admin Notices subtab manages WordPress admin notices. 1 feature.

Feature	Description	Guide
Admin Notices Manager	Dismiss, hide, or rearrange admin notices.	View guide

The Form Desk subtab centralizes form entries from multiple plugins. 1 feature (2 integrations).

Feature	Description	Guide
Form Desk	Centralized form entry management. Supports Bricks Builder + Fluent Forms.	View guide

The Preloader subtab adds loading animations. 4 features.

Feature	Description	Guide
Preloader	Loading animation on page navigation.	View guide
Mobile-Specific Customization	Different preloader for mobile devices.	View guide
Disable in Bricks Builder	Disable preloader in the Bricks editor.	View guide
Immediate Preloader	Show preloader on click (before page load).	View guide

The Laser Loader subtab adds a laser-style progress bar. 8 features.

Feature	Description	Guide
Laser Loader	Laser-style progress bar during page load.	View guide
Disable in Bricks Builder	Disable in the Bricks editor.	View guide
Show Percentage	Add percentage counter to the loader.	View guide
Auto Start on Link Click	Start loader immediately on click.	View guide
Shadow Effect	Glowing neon-like shadow effect.	View guide
Show on AJAX Requests	Show loader during AJAX requests.	View guide
RTL Support	Right-to-left loading bar direction.	View guide
Hide on Mobile Devices	Disable on phones and tablets.	View guide

The Experience subtab adds page transitions and admin UX features. 5 features.

Feature	Description	Guide
Page Transitions	Smooth animated page transitions.	View guide
Shared Element Transitions	Elements animate between page positions.	View guide
Respect Reduced Motion	Disable animations for accessibility.	View guide
Enable in Admin Area	Transitions in the WordPress admin.	View guide
Move Admin Bar to Bottom	Relocate the admin bar.	View guide

The Menu Management subtab manages the admin sidebar and admin bar. 3 features.

Feature	Description	Guide
Admin Menu Manager	Reorder, rename, hide, and restyle the admin sidebar menu. Add custom menus, submenus, separators, and spacers, and control visibility per role.	View guide
Top Toolbar Manager	Reorder, rename, hide, and restyle the admin toolbar. Add custom toolbar items and submenus, move items between left and right sides, and control visibility per role.	View guide
Quick Post Nav	Add a Quick menu to the admin bar for instant access to post types, pages, and posts. Enable post types, reorder them, add custom links, and control statuses and search.	View guide

Media-heavy site: Folder Manager + Folder Download + Gallery Shortcode + Quick Inspect
Professional loading experience: Laser Loader (with Shadow + Percentage) + Page Transitions + Reduced Motion
Bricks Builder workflow: Preloader (disable in Bricks) + Laser Loader (disable in Bricks) + Page Transitions
Admin UX: Admin Notices Manager + Admin Bar Bottom + Transitions in Admin