Sergey Biryukov

<p><strong>WordPress Multisite (3.0+) already comes with theme and plugin editor enabled by default. This plugin is available for reference only.</strong></p>
<p>Allows to enable theme and plugin editor for site administrator in WordPress MU.<br />
Requires Site Admin capabilities, not just blog administrator.</p>
<p>Based on the <a href="http://www.clickonf5.org/wordpress-mu/enable-theme-plugin-editor-wordpress-mu/5790" rel="nofollow ugc">non-plugin solution</a> by Sanjeev Mishra.</p>


Enable Theme and Plugin Editor (WPMU)

Allows to enable theme and plugin editor for site administrator in WordPress MU.

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<p><strong>WPIDE</strong> is an Advanced <strong>File Manager</strong> and <strong>Code Editor</strong> plugin for WordPress that you can use completely for free.</p>
<p>The Code Editor lets you edit any file within your wp-content folder, not just plugins and themes.</p>
<p>The included <strong>code completion</strong> will help you remember your WordPress/PHP commands providing function reference along the way. Edit multiple files with the tabbed editor.</p>
<p>The File Manager lets you copy, move, duplicate, create archives, download, upload, edit, delete, preview files & directories <strong>without FTP or cPanel access</strong>.</p>
<p>WPIDE uses a <strong>very modern, clean and easy to use interface</strong> to make managing and editing your files a breeze! It comes with 6 different themes and a dark mode to reduce blue light exposure.</p>
<p><strong>Did you know?</strong><br />
More than <a href="https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2020/09/millions-of-sites-targeted-in-file-manager-vulnerability-attacks/" rel="nofollow ugc">700,000 WordPress websites</a> were attacked during September 2020.<br />
Malicious bots are looking to exploit vulnerable versions of WP file manager plugins.</p>
<p>Fortunately, WPIDE is built with <strong>security in mind</strong> and comes with this vulnerability <strong>fixed</strong>! So rest assured! WPIDE poses no risk to you!</p>
<h3>▶️ VIDEO OVERVIEW</h3>
<span class="embed-youtube" style="text-align:center; display: block;"><iframe loading="lazy" class="youtube-player" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wF0PUz8wfRM?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent" allowfullscreen="true" style="border:0;" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox"></iframe></span>
<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF0PUz8wfRM" rel="nofollow ugc">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF0PUz8wfRM</a></p>
<h3>⚡️ FEATURES</h3>
<ul>
<li>Advanced File Manager</li>
<li>File Tree Browser</li>
<li>Smart context menu</li>
<li>Customizable Root Path</li>
<li>Create new files and directories</li>
<li>Download files / folders (Batch support)</li>
<li>Upload files / folders using drag n drop (Batch support)</li>
<li>Zip / Unzip files and folders (Batch support)</li>
<li>Deep search for files / folders by keyword</li>
<li>Calculate folder size</li>
<li>Advanced File Editor</li>
<li>Editor Line numbers</li>
<li>Editor Find + Replace</li>
<li>Editor Syntax highlighting</li>
<li>Editor Highlight Matching Parentheses</li>
<li>Editor Automatic Indentation + Code Folding</li>
<li>Editor keyboard commands / shortcuts</li>
<li>Tabbed interface for editing multiple files</li>
<li>WordPress and PHP code auto-completion</li>
<li>PHP code parsing and validation</li>
<li>PHP file backup before saving</li>
<li>File Recovery Wizard</li>
<li>Using WordPress filesystem API</li>
<li>Beautiful Image Gallery</li>
<li>Video / Audio Media Player</li>
</ul>
<h3><a href="https://wpide.com" rel="nofollow ugc">👉 <strong>WPIDE PRO</strong></a></h3>
<h3>⭐️ PRO FEATURES</h3>
<h4>File Editor</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Auto Save</strong> Feature: While editing, files will be auto saved every X seconds to a draft file. Original files are not affected. If you ever close the page by mistake without saving a file, you will be able to restore from the auto saved file.</li>
<li>Auto Saved <strong>Quick Diff</strong>: You can view and compare differences between the auto saved and the current file using the Quick Diff Viewer, then decide if you wish to restore from the auto saved or keep the current file.</li>
<li>Toggle <strong>Full Screen</strong>: This will allow you to toggle full screen the editor area by itself, giving you more space while editing on smaller screens.</li>
</ul>
<h4>File Manager</h4>
<ul>
<li>Advanced Mode Option: When enabled, all files and folders will be available for editing including <strong>core WordPress files</strong> and the <strong>wp-config.php</strong> file.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Config Manager</h4>
<ul>
<li>View all defined constants within wp-config.php</li>
<li>Add / Update / Remove constants</li>
<li>Prevent Duplicated Constants</li>
</ul>
<h4>Advanced Image Editor</h4>
<ul>
<li>Resize / Crop Images</li>
<li>Apply filters</li>
<li>Add Frames / Corners</li>
<li>Add Text / Stickers</li>
<li>Add Patterns / Gradients</li>
</ul>
<h4>Database Manager</h4>
<ul>
<li>View Tables</li>
<li>Create New Tables</li>
<li>Add / Update / Delete Rows</li>
<li>Update Table Structure</li>
<li>Update Column Indexes</li>
<li>Safe Editing Enabled</li>
</ul>


WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor

It found all directories and files, but opened files didn't display any content

No content in opened files

Super handy tool for debugging things. Reliable and feature-rich. 

Extremely valuable tool for developers

'WPIDE' is one of my favorite plugins. Also, maybe these suggestions are good for improvement:

	Edit wp-config.php
	Edit .htaccess
	Update WordPress functions
	Detect running PHP version and support functions




One of the best editors

This takes editing plugins or themes to the next level. If you're on a development system WPIDE really puts power in your hands.

Great way to edit and develop plugins


Such a big improvement over the default code editor.


Wonderful plugin, so useful!


The must have plugin for any WP developer


Tons of time saved


I’ve been using WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor for a while now, and I have to say it's an awesome plugin that feels underrated. It makes managing and editing files directly from the WordPress dashboard incredibly convenient, with its user-friendly interface, advanced code editor, IntelliSense, and error checker. 10/10


Best WordPress File Manager & Code Editor


For almost a decade and a half I used to download/upload edited/updated files through my go-to FTP client, simply because that's how it was done back when I started working with WordPress. I don't have to explain why that's not very enjoyable... I tried a couple of file managers / editors before I came across WPIDE and they were all kind of "ok" but not outstanding.



WPIDE is:




very convenient to use, UI is pretty much down to the point (other editors often looked like windows 98 called and wanted their file explorer back) – also loads all elements quite fast



very good code editor for 99% of the stuff I need to edit through the admin backend (most of the other plugins used editors without syntax coloring etc.)



multiple (file)tabs are super handy so you don't have to "open" "close" "reopen" when switching between files; you just navigate the opened files like you would navigate a web browser



stable; did not crash once so far



after saving, it updates files lightning fast




I am currently using the free version as I don't need the pro features atm, but I will def be purchasing pro/lifetime as some of the pro features are functionalities I usually add through multiple plugins (picture editing etc.) and here it's all in one plugin so no additional "weight" added to the website. Pricing is also absolutely affordable, considering what you're getting!







A+++ for this plugin


very convenient


Great tool for debugging your own plugin or customizing someone elses







Fantastic tool for devs, makes it super easy to debug or check something on client's page (or your own) without asking for FTP and other fragile credentials. 



Super easy to use, with nice and intuitive UI and UX.


Best tool for plugins devs

WPIDe is genial


Nearly every useful function like editing wp-config.php is hidden behind Paywall, deinstalled after a few seconds. Thanks for nothing


Blocks a lot


I have been working with WordPress for years and have tried many file manager and code editor plugins along the way. For the last two years I had actually been searching for something exactly like this, but nothing really felt smooth or reliable enough. WPIDE finally solved that problem for me.



What impressed me the most is how clean and responsive the interface is. Browsing folders, opening files, and editing code all feel extremely smooth. It almost feels like working inside a lightweight IDE directly within WordPress.



The built-in editor works great for quickly updating plugin or theme files without jumping into FTP or external tools. For developers or site managers who frequently need to inspect or tweak files, this saves a lot of time.



A few things I particularly liked:



• Fast and smooth file navigation• Clean code editing experience• Easy file and folder management• Works directly inside the WordPress dashboard• Great for quick fixes without opening an external editor



As someone who builds and manages WordPress plugins and sites regularly, I can say this plugin fills a very real gap in the WordPress ecosystem. The overall experience is surprisingly polished.



Huge thanks to the developers for building something so useful. This has already become one of those tools I install immediately on my development environments.



Highly recommended.


Exactly the File Manager I’ve Been Searching for Over the Last Two Years


Very helpful plugin. I’ve used it across many client websites over the years while handling support and customization tasks.


Reliable and Helpful Plugin

WPIDE is a powerful file manager and code editor for WordPress with tabs, code completion, and full access to the entire wp-content folder.

Enable Theme and Plugin Editor (WPMU) vs WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor