How to connect a Carousel Remote Sync (Dots & Arrows) with Elementor Image Carousel?

Updated onApril 12, 2026By

Key Takeaways

  • Gallery Listing widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor turns an image gallery into an interactive carousel.
  • Carousel Remote widget allows control of image gallery navigation from anywhere on the page.
  • Users can enable Next/Previous buttons or Dots navigation for the Carousel Remote widget, requiring matching dot items to the number of slides.
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Having an image gallery on your website is an effective way to showcase your products and services. Not only does it help to draw attention to your business, but it also helps to engage and inform your visitors. 

With the Gallery Listing widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can easily turn your image gallery into a beautiful interactive carousel.

But by connecting the Gallery Listing widget with the Carousel Remote widget, you can provide your users with some truly unique navigation options.

Here we’ll see how you can connect the Gallery Listing widget with the Carousel Remote widget which will allow you to control your image gallery navigation from anywhere on the page.

To check the complete feature overview documentation of The Plus Addons for Elementor Carousel Remote widget, click here.

Requirement  – This widget is a part of The Plus Addons for Elementor, make sure its installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.

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For this process, first drag and drop the Carousel Remote widget and the Gallery Listing widget, and then follow the below steps: 

1. Once you add the Gallery Listing widget, add images to the gallery from the Content tab.

Gallery listing content

2. Then, from the Layout tab, make sure the Layout is set to Carousel.

Gallery listing layout

3. After that, go to the Style tab > Carousel Options and add a unique id in the Unique Carousel ID field.

Gallery listing unique connection id

4. Now select the Carousel Remote widget, then go to the Content tab, add the same ID in the Unique Connection ID field and make sure Remote Type is selected as Carousel.

Carousel remote unique connection id remote

5. Now, you can have two different types of navigation, a Next and Previous button and Dots (image or icon). You can use either one or both.

a) To use the next previous button go to Prev/Next tab and turn on the Next/Prev Button toggle. You’ll find some customisation options as well.

Carousel remote next prev

6) But if you want to use dot navigation, then go to the Dots tab and turn on the Dots toggle. Now, make sure to have the same number of dot items as the number of slides in your Gallery Listing widget. You will get some customisation options for your dot navigation.

Carousel remote dots

Note: You should disable all the navigation options for the Gallery Listing widget for the best user experience.

That’s it! Now you can control the image gallery carousel with the Carousel Remote widget.

Carousel remote image gallery demo

Also, check how to connect the Switcher widget with the Carousel Remote widget.

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Related Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if the Carousel Remote widget isn't syncing with the Gallery Listing widget?

If the Carousel Remote widget isn't syncing, check that you've entered the same Unique Carousel ID in both widgets. This ID is crucial for establishing the connection. Additionally, ensure that the Remote Type is set to Carousel in the Carousel Remote widget settings. If the IDs don't match, the synchronization won't work.

Can I use the Carousel Remote widget with other Elementor widgets?

The Carousel Remote widget is specifically designed to work with the Gallery Listing widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor. It won't function with other Elementor widgets or page builders. This limitation ensures that the features are optimized for the intended use case, providing a seamless navigation experience.

What are the best practices for setting up navigation options in the Carousel Remote widget?

For optimal user experience, disable all navigation options in the Gallery Listing widget when using the Carousel Remote widget. This prevents conflicts between navigation controls. You can choose to enable either the Next/Prev buttons or dot navigation in the Carousel Remote widget, but not both simultaneously for a cleaner interface.

Is there a way to connect the Carousel Remote widget with other types of navigation?

Currently, the Carousel Remote widget is designed to work with Next/Prev buttons and dot navigation. If you're looking for alternative navigation methods, you may want to explore how to connect the Switcher widget with the Carousel Remote widget for different navigation styles. This can provide additional flexibility in how users interact with your carousel.

What are the main steps to connect the Carousel Remote widget with the Gallery Listing widget?

To connect the Carousel Remote widget with the Gallery Listing widget, first, add images to the Gallery Listing widget and set its layout to Carousel. Then, assign a Unique Carousel ID in the Style tab. For the Carousel Remote widget, input the same ID in the Unique Connection ID field and select Remote Type as Carousel. This establishes the link between the two widgets.

Last reviewed: April 12, 2026

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