=== Need to Know Box ===
Contributors: babshaybell
Tags: block, tldr, summary, highlights, news
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.0.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

The standard for TL;DR summaries in WordPress. Perfect for news highlights and quick facts.

== Description ==

**Need to Know Box** adds a stylish, journalism-inspired summary box to your content. It uses a distinctive "double border" and hatched shadow effect that grabs reader attention immediately.

It is perfect for:
* **News Sites:** Highlighting the key facts of a story.
* **Blogs:** Adding a "TL;DR" (Too Long; Didn't Read) section at the top of long posts.
* **Reviews:** Listing Pros and Cons or quick specs.

**Features**
* **Block Editor Support:** Fully integrated with Gutenberg.
* **Shortcode Support:** Works with Classic Editor using `[need_to_know_box]`.
* **Global Customization:** Change the accent color (bullets/links) to match your brand.
* **Font Inheritance:** Automatically adopts your theme's font for a seamless look.
* **Adjustable Text:** Font size slider included in the block settings.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/need-to-know-box` directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress.
3. Use the "Need to Know Box" block in the Block Editor, or use the `[need_to_know_box]` shortcode.
4. (Optional) Go to Settings > Need to Know to configure your global accent color.

== Screenshots ==

1. The Need to Know Box block in action.
2. The Block Settings sidebar.
3. Global Settings page.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release.