--- title: "February 2024 Monthly Updates: Better Performance with v5.4.0, Mega Menu design, Elementor v3.20 Beta Release & More." url: https://theplusaddons.com/blog/february-2024-monthly-updates/ date: 2024-03-07 modified: 2026-04-07 author: "Aditya Sharma" description: "We've been working behind the scenes for over 6 months, and the result is nothing short of amazing.  We understand the importance of website performance for every web creator. That's..." image: https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/February-2024-Monthly-Updates-3-1024x536.jpg word_count: 509 --- # February 2024 Monthly Updates: Better Performance with v5.4.0, Mega Menu design, Elementor v3.20 Beta Release & More. ## Key Takeaways - Version 5.4.0 enhances The Plus Addons for Elementor performance, making it faster and smoother. - The Plus Addons for Elementor website features a redesigned Desktop Mega Menu for easier access to widgets and extensions. - Phase 1 of the performance upgrades includes a re-working of the asset generation method, which has been released now. We've been working behind the scenes for over 6 months, and the result is nothing short of amazing.  We understand the importance of website performance for every web creator. That's why we're thrilled to announce the release of **Version 5.4.0,** designed to make your experience with The Plus Addons even faster and smoother. ![](https://store.posimyth.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/5.4.0-1-1024x1024.png) **This Major Performance Update Includes:** - Update Both Versions to Latest Version 5.4.0+ - Clear all Website Cache - Remove all caching on your site – Regenerate The Plus Addons Assets, 3rd Party Caching Plugin, Server Cache. And that's not all! Brace yourselves for our ongoing 3-stage Performance Upgrades: - **PHASE 1:** Re-Working of Asset Generation Method – [Released Now] - **PHASE 2: **Divide Assets and Load based on Conditions – [Private Beta] - **PHASE 3:** AJAX Smart Loader Widget Loading – [Planned] - While we make our plugin more driven by high performance, we made some changes on our [The Plus Addons for Elementor website.](https://theplusaddons.com/) We've redesigned our Desktop Mega Menu, so you can see all our widgets and extensions at a glance. ![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/The-Plus-Addons-for-Elementor-1024x536.jpg) **Check the **[**Complete Addon changelog here**](https://roadmap.theplusaddons.com/updates). ## 📖 — Latest Reads  - [How to Create Header & Footer in Elementor [Easy Guide]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/create-header-footer-in-elementor/) - [6 Best WordPress Security Plugin [Both FREE & PRO]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-wordpress-security-plugins/) - [How to Secure WordPress Login Page [11 Proven Ways]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-secure-wordpress-login-page/) - [5 Best Elementor Templates Resources [Top Libraries]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-elementor-templates-resources/) - [Brizy vs Elementor Comparison [7 Key Differences]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/brizy-vs-elementor/) - [10 Best Programming Fonts for Coding [For Eye Relief]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-programming-fonts//) - [How to Fix 520 Error While Trying to Edit With Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/fix-520-error-while-trying-to-edit-with-elementor/) - [How to Add Facebook Login on WordPress [Tutorial Inside]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-add-facebook-login-on-wordpress/) - [How to Set Up Google Pay on WooCommerce [Easy Guide]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-set-up-google-pay-on-woocommerce/) ## 📹— Video Tutorials  - [8 Elementor Tab Widget Tricks No One Told You !](https://youtu.be/aWwUu5pDc3Y) - [How to change Elementor Header Logo on Hover to show Full Logo](https://youtu.be/kfX5sSR8XYI) - [How to Filter Everything in Elementor with Modal Popup Filters Ajax from Sidebar](https://youtu.be/TLwDyAobO94) - [5 Best Elementor Countdown Widget Hacks | Hello Bar, Evergreen, Scarcity, Product Stock etc.](https://youtu.be/RdPTAGc3PMY) ## 🗞️ — WordPress & Tech Bytes - Our Figma Plugin [**UiChemy Figma to Elementor Convertor**](https://uichemy.com/) Hits Milestone with Over, 8000+ Active Users! - Elementor[**AI 0.2 Update Introduces AI-Generated**](https://elementor.com/blog/ai-02-release-wireframes-context-improvements/) Wireframes, Allowing Users to Input a URL and Generate an Inspired Container-Based Website. - Elementor 3.20 Beta with Extensive Updates - Check Out the Comprehensive** [Change-log.](https://elemn.to/gh-320-beta)** - [**Google has officially removed the "cached" link feature**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-retires-cached-site-links-pushing-users-towards-internet-archive/), which previously enabled users to access archived backups of websites. 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It involves updating both versions to the latest, clearing all website cache, and regenerating assets. **Q: What are the phases of the ongoing performance upgrades for The Plus Addons?** A: The ongoing performance upgrades for The Plus Addons for Elementor are divided into three phases: Phase 1 is the re-working of asset generation (released now), Phase 2 involves dividing assets and loading based on conditions (private beta), and Phase 3 is planned for AJAX smart loader widget loading. **Q: What changes were made to the Mega Menu in The Plus Addons for Elementor?** A: The Mega Menu in The Plus Addons for Elementor has been redesigned, allowing users to see all widgets and extensions at a glance. **Q: Where can I find the complete addon changelog for The Plus Addons?** A: You can find the complete addon changelog for The Plus Addons for Elementor on their official website. **Q: What is the release date for WordPress 6.5?** A: The official release date for WordPress 6.5 is March 26, 2024. **Q: How can I create a header and footer in Elementor?** A: You can learn how to create a header and footer in Elementor by checking out the easy guide available on The Plus Addons for Elementor website.