Keith S.

<p>The best new feature in WordPress 2.3 is the integration of tagging into the core of WordPress. However, the tag cloud widget & functions that are included leaves a lot to be desired. So, with time on my hands, I decided to whip up my own version of the tag cloud that lets you configure the tag cloud with all the customizations (well, almost, see below) the tag cloud template tag allows.</p>
<p>You can find the plugin home page (and leave comments) <a href="http://keithsolomon.net/ctc/" rel="nofollow ugc">here</a>.</p>
<h3>NOTE</h3>
<p>Development on this plugin has STOPPED!  I am looking for someone to take it over.  Find more info <a href="http://wp.me/p4xrG-7q" rel="nofollow ugc">here</a></p>
<h3>Upgrade</h3>
<p>I suggest using the built-in WordPress plugin update feature, but to manually upgrade, follow these instructions:<br />
1. Deactivate the plugin in the WordPress admin menu.<br />
2. Delete the existing <code>tag-cloud.php</code> file from the <code>/wp-content/plugins</code> folder.<br />
3. Upload the <code>tag_cloud</code> folder to the <code>/wp-content/plugins/</code> directory.<br />
4. Activate <code>Configurable Tag Cloud</code> through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress and add the widget to your sidebar.<br />
5. (Optional) Add <code>ctc()</code> template tag to your theme.  Can be configured either via the Options menu, or via parameters in the template tag.</p>


Configurable Tag Cloud (CTC)

Display a tag cloud customized with your preferences in the sidebar.

tugbucket

<p>Multi-column Tag Map displays a columnized and alphabetical (English) listing of all tags, categories, authors, pages, posts, single custom post types or taxonomies used in your site similar to the index page of a book. This makes it easier for your visitors to quickly search for topics that might intrest them. It’s a great alternative to the tag cloud and especially useful if you have a large site with a multitude of subjects, products etc…</p>
<p><strong>Live examples and option details can be found at <a href="http://mctagmap.tugbucket.net/" rel="nofollow ugc">mctagmap.tugbucket.net</a></strong></p>
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Alphabetically lists tags, pages, posts, categories, custom post types, authors and taxonomies</li>
<li>Over 50 customizable options</li>
</ul>
<h4>Links</h4>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://mctagmap.tugbucket.net/" rel="nofollow ugc">Options and Documentation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/multi-column-tag-map//" rel="ugc">Support</a></li>
</ul>


Multi-column Tag Map

Multi-column Tag Map will display tags, pages, posts, categories, custom post types, authors and taxonomies in a visually logical way similiar to that …

Configurable Tag Cloud (CTC) vs Multi-column Tag Map