RestroFood Tips Addons is a WordPress plugin extension that adds tipping and order customization features to your restaurant or food business website. This guide walks you through the full installation process with actual screenshots from the WordPress dashboard.
Quick Overviews
- Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
- Click the Upload Plugin button at the top of the screen.
- Select the zip file from your local filesystem.
- Click the Install Now button.
- When the installation is complete, you’ll see “Plugin installed successfully.” Click the Activate Plugin button at the bottom of the page.
System Requirements
Confirm your site meets these requirements before starting:
| Requirement | Details |
| WordPress | 5.8 or higher (6.x recommended) |
| PHP | 7.4 or higher |
| WooCommerce | 5.0 or higher, must be active |
| RestroFood Plugin | Base plugin must be installed first |
| User Role | Administrator access required |
Note: Always back up your website before installing any new plugin or addon.
How to Install RestroFood Tips Addons on WordPress [ Step-by-Step Guide ]
Follow these five steps to install the RestroFood Tips Addons via the WordPress Dashboard.
Step 1: Go to Plugins > Add New
Log in to your WordPress admin panel (yoursite.com/wp-admin). In the left sidebar, click Plugins, then click Add New.
Step 2: Click ‘Upload Plugin’
On the Add Plugins page, click the Upload Plugin button at the top left. This opens the file upload area.
Step 3: Choose the Plugin File
A file browser will open. Navigate to where you saved the downloaded file, select restrofood-tips.zip, and click Open.
Tip: The correct file is named restrofood-tips.zip. Make sure you do not extract or unzip it, upload it as-is.
Step 4: Click ‘Install Now’
After selecting the file, you will see its name appear next to the Choose File button. Click Install Now to begin the upload and installation.
Step 5: Activate the Plugin
WordPress will install the plugin and show a success screen. Click the Activate Plugin button to complete the installation.
Configuring the Tips Addon
Accessing Settings
Navigate to RestroFood > Tips Settings from your WordPress admin sidebar after activation.
Available Configuration Options
| Setting | Description |
| Enable Tips | Toggle to show or hide the tipping option on the checkout page. |
| Tip Amounts | Set preset tip percentages (e.g., 10%, 15%, 20%) or fixed amounts. |
| Custom Tip | Allow customers to enter their own tip amount. |
| Tip Label | Customize the text shown to customers at checkout. |
| Default Selected Tip | Pre-select a tip option when the checkout page loads. |
Troubleshooting
Plugin Does Not Appear After Upload
- Re-download the .zip file, it may be corrupted.
- Ask your hosting provider to increase the max upload file size (8 MB or more).
Tips Not Showing on Checkout
- Confirm the plugin is listed as Active under Plugins > Installed Plugins.
- Go to RestroFood > Tips Settings and verify Enable Tips is ON.
- Clear your browser cache and site cache after saving.
Plugin Conflicts
- Switch to a default WordPress theme to rule out theme conflicts.
- Disable other plugins one by one to identify conflicts.
- Ensure WooCommerce and RestroFood base plugin are both up to date.
Getting Support
When submitting a support request, please include:
- Your WordPress, WooCommerce, and PHP versions
- The exact error message or a screenshot
- A list of currently active plugins
- Documentation: Visit the official RestroFood documentation site
- Support Ticket: Log in to your purchase platform and open a ticket
- Community Forum: Connect with other RestroFood users
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is RestroFood Tips Addons?
RestroFood Tips Addons is a WordPress plugin extension that allows you to add tipping options and order customization features to your restaurant website.
What are the requirements to install RestroFood Tips Addons?
To install this addon, your website should have WordPress 5.8 or higher, PHP 7.4 or higher, WooCommerce installed and active, and the main RestroFood plugin already set up. You also need admin access.
How do I install RestroFood Tips Addons on WordPress?
You can install it from your WordPress dashboard by going to Plugins > Add New, clicking “Upload Plugin,” selecting the ZIP file, installing it, and then activating the plugin.
Do I need to unzip the plugin file before uploading?
No, you should upload the plugin as a ZIP file. Do not unzip or extract it before uploading.
Why are tips not showing on the checkout page?
Make sure the plugin is activated, the “Enable Tips” option is turned on in the settings, and clear your site and browser cache after saving changes.
Where can I configure the RestroFood Tips Addons settings?
After activating the plugin, you can find and manage all settings by going to RestroFood > Tips Settings in your WordPress dashboard.
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