Jeff Starr

This plugin disables the new Gutenberg Editor (aka Block Editor) and replaces it with the Classic Editor. You can disable Gutenberg completely, or selectively disable for posts, pages, roles, post types, and theme templates. Plus you can hide the Gutenberg nag, menu item, and more!
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The all-in-one, COMPLETE solution for handling Gutenberg. 
 Hide ALL traces of Gutenberg and replace with Classic Editor. 
 Restores original Edit Post screen (TinyMCE, meta boxes, etc.).
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The Disable Gutenberg plugin restores the classic (original) WordPress editor and the “Edit Post” screen. So you can continue using plugins and theme functions that extend the Classic Editor. Supports awesome features like Meta Boxes, Quicktags, Custom Fields, and everything else the Classic Editor can do.
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Does not “expire” in 2022! 🙂
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Easy to Use
Just activate and done! The default plugin settings are configured to hide all traces of the Gutenberg Block Editor, and fully restore the original Classic Editor. Further options for customizing when/where Gutenberg is enabled are available in the plugin settings.
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NEW! Disable Block Widgets and restore Classic Widgets 🙂
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Options
<ul>
<li>Disable Gutenberg completely (all post types)</li>
<li>Disable Gutenberg for any post type</li>
<li>Disable Gutenberg for any user role</li>
<li>Disable Gutenberg for any theme template</li>
<li>Disable Gutenberg for any post/page IDs</li>
<li>Disable Gutenberg admin notice (nag)</li>
<li>Option to restore Classic Widgets</li>
<li>Option to hide the plugin menu item</li>
<li>Option to hide the Gutenberg plugin menu item (settings link)</li>
<li>Adds “Classic Editor” link to each post on the Posts screen</li>
<li>Adds item to the WP sidebar menu: “Add New (Classic)”</li>
<li>Option to enable Custom Fields Meta Box for ACF</li>
<li>Choose which editor to use for each post</li>
<li>Whitelist any post title, slug, or ID</li>
<li>Option to enable/disable frontend Gutenberg stylesheet</li>
</ul>
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Works same as Classic Editor plugin, but can do a LOT more! 
 Lightweight and super fast, built with WP APIs 🙂
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Fully configurable, enable or disable Gutenberg and restore the Classic Editor wherever is necessary.
Automatically replaces Gutenberg with the Classic Editor.
Features
<ul>
<li>Super simple</li>
<li>Clean, secure code</li>
<li>Built with the WordPress API</li>
<li>Lightweight, fast and flexible</li>
<li>Regularly updated and “future proof”</li>
<li>Works great with other WordPress plugins</li>
<li>Plugin options configurable via settings screen</li>
<li>Focused on flexibility, performance, and security</li>
<li>One-click restore plugin default options</li>
<li>Translation ready</li>
</ul>
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Works great with Google AMP and the WordPress <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/amp/" rel="ugc">AMP plugin</a>.
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Disable Gutenberg is developed and maintained by <a href="https://x.com/perishable" rel="nofollow ugc">Jeff Starr</a>, 15-year <a href="https://plugin-planet.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress developer</a> and <a href="https://books.perishablepress.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">book author</a>.
Super light & fast plugin, super easy on server resources!
Why?
Gutenberg is a useful editor but sometimes you want to disable it for specific posts, pages, user roles, post types, and/or theme templates. This plugin enables you to disable Gutenberg and replace it with the Classic Editor wherever you want. For example, lots of WordPress users already enjoy robust page-building functionality via one of the many great plugins like Composer or Elementor. So many options, no need to feel “locked in” to using Gutenberg!
If you like Disable Gutenberg, please give it a <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/disable-gutenberg/reviews/?rate=5#new-post" rel="ugc">5-star rating</a>, thank you!
Privacy
This plugin does not collect or store any user data. It does not set any cookies, and it does not connect to any third-party locations. Thus, this plugin does not affect user privacy in any way.
Support development
I develop and maintain this free plugin with love for the WordPress community. To show support, you can <a href="https://monzillamedia.com/donate.html" rel="nofollow ugc">make a donation</a> or purchase one of my books:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://wp-tao.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">The Tao of WordPress</a></li>
<li><a href="https://digwp.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">Digging into WordPress</a></li>
<li><a href="https://htaccessbook.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">.htaccess made easy</a></li>
<li><a href="https://wp-tao.com/wordpress-themes-book/" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress Themes In Depth</a></li>
<li><a href="https://books.perishablepress.com/downloads/wizards-collection-sql-recipes-wordpress/" rel="nofollow ugc">Wizard’s SQL Recipes for WordPress</a></li>
</ul>
And/or purchase one of my premium WordPress plugins:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://plugin-planet.com/bbq-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">BBQ Pro</a> – Blazing fast WordPress firewall</li>
<li><a href="https://plugin-planet.com/blackhole-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">Blackhole Pro</a> – Automatically block bad bots</li>
<li><a href="https://plugin-planet.com/banhammer-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">Banhammer Pro</a> – Monitor traffic and ban the bad guys</li>
<li><a href="https://plugin-planet.com/ga-google-analytics-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">GA Google Analytics Pro</a> – Connect WordPress to Google Analytics</li>
<li><a href="https://plugin-planet.com/head-meta-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">Head Meta Pro</a> – Ultimate Meta Tags for WordPress</li>
<li><a href="https://plugin-planet.com/simple-ajax-chat-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">Simple Ajax Chat Pro</a> – Unlimited chat rooms</li>
<li><a href="https://plugin-planet.com/usp-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">USP Pro</a> – Unlimited front-end forms</li>
</ul>
Links, tweets and likes also appreciated. Thanks! 🙂

Disable Gutenberg

Excellent plugin

Awsome


Thank you! I like using the plugin on my personal site.


Thanks


Very useful--restores Wordpress to the way I need it--clean and, easy-to-edit.


Very useful--restores Wordpress to the way I need it


I can't really imagine Wordpress without this plugin. The nonsense called Gutenberg reliably eliminates and nothing else is needed.


The most important plugin the wordpress world needs


Sometimes the block editor is fine to use, but glad this plugin was made. 



Cheers.


Annoying that this is still required in 2025

Disable Gutenberg Block Editor and restore the Classic Editor and original Edit Post screen (TinyMCE, meta boxes, etc.).

Krasen Slavov

Block Editor Gallery Slider is the ultimate solution for transforming your standard WordPress galleries into beautiful, interactive sliders with advanced lightbox functionality. Perfect for photographers, portfolios, e-commerce stores, and any website looking to showcase images professionally.
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<h4>Why Choose Block Editor Gallery Slider?</h4>
<ul>
<li>Zero Configuration Required – Works out of the box with sensible defaults</li>
<li>Dual Editor Support – Seamlessly integrates with both Gutenberg Block Editor and Classic Editor</li>
<li>WooCommerce Ready – Perfect for product galleries and e-commerce sites</li>
<li>Responsive & Mobile-Friendly – Beautiful on all devices and screen sizes</li>
<li>Lightweight & Fast – Optimized code ensures minimal impact on site performance</li>
<li>Advanced Lightbox – Elegant image preview with prev/next navigation at 50% opacity</li>
<li>Customizable Container Sizes – Choose from 540px to 1680px or full browser width</li>
<li>Individual Gallery Control – Enable/disable slider per gallery in Block Editor</li>
<li>Custom Post Types Support – Works with any registered custom post type</li>
</ul>
<h4>Perfect For</h4>
<ul>
<li>Photographers showcasing portfolios</li>
<li>E-commerce stores displaying product images</li>
<li>Real estate websites with property galleries</li>
<li>Travel blogs featuring destination photos</li>
<li>Creative agencies presenting project work</li>
<li>Wedding photographers sharing event galleries</li>
<li>Art galleries exhibiting collections online</li>
</ul>
<h4>Key Features</h4>
Gallery Management 
* Convert standard WordPress galleries into interactive sliders instantly 
* Individual gallery control in Block Editor (enable/disable per gallery) 
* Global control in Classic Editor (applies to all galleries on a page) 
* Multiple container size options (540px, 720px, 960px, 1140px, 1320px, 1680px, full width) 
* Responsive design adapts to parent container width
Advanced Lightbox 
* Two lightbox modes: Advanced (with prev/next at 50% opacity) and Basic (single image view) 
* Smooth transitions and animations 
* Click outside to close 
* Keyboard navigation support 
* Touch-friendly for mobile devices
Flexible Controls 
* Enable/disable sliders globally on front-end 
* Control slider visibility by post type (Posts, Pages, WooCommerce Products, Custom Post Types) 
* Choose which editors show slider controls (Block Editor, Classic Editor) 
* Granular settings for maximum flexibility
Performance Optimized 
* Conditional script loading (only loads when needed) 
* Minified CSS and JavaScript 
* Efficient code with minimal database queries 
* No jQuery conflicts
User-Friendly Interface 
* Intuitive onboarding notice for new users 
* Clear, step-by-step setup instructions 
* Visual preview in Block Editor 
* Dedicated settings page under Settings > Block Editor Gallery 
* Helpful “How It Works” documentation built-in
<h4>How It Works</h4>
For Block Editor Users: 
1. Create or edit a post/page 
2. Add a Gallery block 
3. Upload your images 
4. In the Gallery block settings panel, find “Gallery Slider Options” 
5. Choose your desired container width 
6. Publish and view your stunning slider!
For Classic Editor Users: 
1. Create or edit a post/page 
2. Add images using “Add Media” > “Create Gallery” 
3. In the sidebar, find “Gallery Slider Options” metabox 
4. Enable the slider and choose container width 
5. The slider applies to ALL galleries on that page 
6. Publish and enjoy!
<h4>Settings & Configuration</h4>
Navigate to Settings > Block Editor Gallery to configure:
<ul>
<li>Front-End Sliders – Master on/off switch for all gallery sliders</li>
<li>Editor Controls – Show/hide slider controls in Block Editor or Classic Editor</li>
<li>Post Type Controls – Select which post types display slider functionality</li>
<li>Lightbox Mode – Choose between Advanced or Basic lightbox display</li>
</ul>
<h4>Backward Compatibility</h4>
Fully supports WordPress versions back to 6.6, ensuring smooth upgrades and compatibility with various WordPress configurations.
<h4>Developer Friendly</h4>
<ul>
<li>Clean, well-documented code following WordPress Coding Standards (WPCS)</li>
<li>Object-oriented PHP architecture</li>
<li>Extensible with WordPress hooks and filters</li>
<li>Modular SCSS and JavaScript structure</li>
<li>Easy to customize and extend</li>
</ul>
<h4>Translation Ready</h4>
<ul>
<li>Fully internationalized and translation-ready</li>
<li>.pot file included for easy translations</li>
<li>RTL (Right-to-Left) language support</li>
</ul>
<h4>Privacy & Security</h4>
<ul>
<li>No external API calls or data collection</li>
<li>All processing happens on your server</li>
<li>Follows WordPress security best practices</li>
<li>Regular security updates and patches</li>
<li>Nonce verification and capability checks throughout</li>
</ul>
<h3>Additional Information</h3>
<h4>Documentation</h4>
Comprehensive documentation, video tutorials, and live demos are available on our <a href="https://krasenslavov.com/plugins/block-editor-gallery-slider/" rel="nofollow ugc">official website</a>.
<h4>Support</h4>
<ul>
<li>Community support via <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/block-editor-gallery-slider/" rel="ugc">WordPress.org Forums</a></li>
<li>Priority support available through <a href="https://krasenslavov.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">our website</a></li>
</ul>
<h4>Contributing</h4>
Love the plugin? Here’s how you can help:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/block-editor-gallery-slider/reviews/?filter=5" rel="ugc">Rate us 5 stars</a> on WordPress.org</li>
<li><a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/block-editor-gallery-slider/" rel="ugc">Report bugs or suggest features</a></li>
<li><a href="https://patreon.com/krasenslavov" rel="nofollow ugc">Support development</a> on Patreon</li>
</ul>
<h4>About the Developer</h4>
Created and maintained by <a href="https://krasenslavov.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">Krasen Slavov</a> – WordPress developer specializing in clean, performant plugins that enhance the WordPress experience.
<h4>Pro Version</h4>
Currently, this plugin does not have a premium version. All features are available for free! If you’d like to support ongoing development, consider <a href="https://patreon.com/krasenslavov" rel="nofollow ugc">becoming a patron</a>.

Block Editor Gallery Slider – Transform Galleries into Beautiful Sliders

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