--- title: "How to Connect Carousel Remote with Social Review Carousel in Elementor?" url: https://theplusaddons.com/docs/connect-carousel-remote-with-social-review-carousel-in-elementor/ date: 2023-10-28 modified: 2026-04-10 author: "Aditya Sharma" description: "Showing reviews in a carousel can be an effective way to display many reviews in a limited space. Connecting the Social Reviews widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor with..." image: https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/How-to-Connect-Carousel-Remote-with-Social-Review-Carousel-in-Elementor_-1024x536.jpg word_count: 355 --- # How to Connect Carousel Remote with Social Review Carousel in Elementor? ## Key Takeaways - The Plus Addons for Elementor allows users to connect the Social Reviews widget with the Carousel Remote widget for carousel navigation control. - Users can customize navigation options by enabling Next/Previous buttons or Dots in the Carousel Remote widget settings. - The Social Reviews widget requires a unique ID in the Unique Carousel ID field for proper connection with the Carousel Remote widget. Showing reviews in a carousel can be an effective way to display many reviews in a limited space. Connecting the Social Reviews widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor with the Carousel Remote widget lets you control the reviews carousel navigation from anywhere on the page. *To check the complete feature overview documentation of The Plus Addons for Elementor Social Reviews widget, [click here](/docs/social-reviews-widget-settings-overview/).* ***Requirement  - This widget is a part of The Plus Addons for Elementor, make sure it's installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.*** [LIVE WIDGET LINK](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-reviews/?utm_source=tpae&utm_medium=docs&utm_campaign=text) To do this, add the Social Reviews widget and the Carousel Remote widget on the page and follow the steps -  1. In the Social Reviews widget, from the **Type** dropdown, select **Reviews**, then select the appropriate style for the reviews. 2. Then, from the **Layout** dropdown, select **Carousel**. ![social reviews carousel](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/social-reviews-carousel.png) 3. Then, add the reviews from the **Social Reviews** section from the appropriate source. 4. After that go to the **Style** tab > **Carousel **and add a unique ID in the **Unique Carousel ID** field. ![social reviews unique carousel id](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/social-reviews-unique-carousel-id.png) 5. Now select the Carousel Remote widget, 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](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/carousel-remote-uc-id-remote.png) 6. 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 customization options as well. ![carousel remote next prev](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/remote-next-prev.png) b) 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 items in your Social Review widget. You will get some customization options for your dot navigation. ![carousel remote dots](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/remote-dots.png) > *Note: You should disable all the carousel navigation options for the Social Review widget for the best user experience.* That’s it! Now, you can control the review carousel with the Carousel Remote widget. ***Suggested Read:** [How to Show Social Reviews in Carousel Slider in Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/docs//show-social-reviews-in-carousel-slider-in-elementor/).* ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What should I do if the Carousel Remote isn't controlling the Social Review Carousel?** A: If the Carousel Remote isn't working, check that you've entered the same Unique Carousel ID in both the Social Reviews widget and the Carousel Remote widget. This ID is crucial for establishing the connection. Additionally, ensure that the Remote Type is set to Carousel in the Carousel Remote widget settings. A mismatch in these settings can prevent the remote from functioning properly. **Q: Can I use the Carousel Remote with other widgets in Elementor?** A: The Carousel Remote widget is specifically designed to work with the Social Reviews widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor. It allows you to control the navigation of the reviews carousel. If you're looking to control other types of carousels, this setup may not apply, as the integration is tailored for the Social Reviews widget. **Q: What are the best practices for setting up the Carousel Remote with the Social Review Carousel?** A: For optimal user experience, disable all carousel navigation options in the Social Review widget once you've set up the Carousel Remote. This prevents conflicting controls and ensures that users can navigate the carousel smoothly using the remote. Additionally, ensure that the number of dot items matches the number of reviews displayed for consistency. **Q: How do I add reviews from different sources in the Social Reviews widget?** A: To add reviews from different sources in the Social Reviews widget, navigate to the Social Reviews section in the widget settings. Here, you can select the appropriate source for your reviews. Make sure to choose a source that aligns with your content strategy, as this will affect the relevance and authenticity of the reviews displayed in your carousel.