Inline Image Upload for BBPress Pro

Images in forum posts

Inline Image Upload for BBPress Pro adds an image upload option to the TinyMCE editor for BBPress topics and replies. In the editor’s “Insert/edit image” dialog, a member can select an image from a computer and place it inline in a post. The plugin also works with BuddyPress.

Storage and upload access

Set the directory for uploaded pictures and choose which user roles may upload them. Changing the directory affects future uploads; existing images stay where they are. A per-post limit lets administrators control how many uploaded images a forum post can contain.

For Amazon S3 storage and delivery of images in forum posts, the separate S3 add-on plugin must be purchased.

Image preparation

Set maximum dimensions for automatic image downsizing. When desired, convert uploads to one consistent format and set compression levels for PNG and JPEG documents to reduce disk space.

Viewing and statistics

Click an image in a post to open an enlarged lightbox view. Administrators can also review the total image count and file size statistics for stored images.

Forum process

1. Enable the TinyMCE editor for BBPress topics and replies.
2. Open the editor’s image dialog and upload an image from a computer.
3. Insert the image inline in the topic or reply.
4. Configure upload roles, per-post limits, image dimensions, format conversion, compression, and lightbox behavior.
5. Review image counts and file size statistics as needed.

Install the Pro edition on the WordPress site using BBPress, then configure its upload and image options for the forum. If you use Amazon S3, purchase and configure the separate add-on.