[Block Idea] Live Counter Block #74
Description
Problem
Show dynamic metrics that update in real-time.
Proposed Solution
Real-time counter block with multiple data sources and animations.
Key Features
- Data sources (custom post count, WooCommerce orders, form submissions, API)
- Real-time updates (via AJAX)
- Animated counting
- Prefix/suffix ($, %, etc.)
- Number formatting (1,000 vs 1K)
- Update interval
- Label/description
- Color coding
- Icon
Use Cases
- Site statistics
- Live activity
- Social proof
- Engagement metrics
- Sales counters
Jobs to be Done
"When showing site activity, I want live counters that prove popularity, so visitors feel confident engaging."
Effort Estimate
Medium
Impact
Low
Category: Data Visualization
Source: BLOCKS-FUTURE-IDEAS.md