Andy Brudtkuhl

<p>This plugin enqueues a simple jQuery script that looks for any anchor tag that has an href property to something with a file extension of 1-5 characters and makes it open in a new window or tab.</p>
<p><a href="https://gist.github.com/abrudtkuhl/94a6f58d1f76439fa6fb" rel="nofollow ugc">see script here</a></p>
<p>This means any link to a .pdf, .txt, .ppt, .doc, .xls, .xlst, etc will automatically have the property ‘target=”_blank”‘ added to it so it opens in a new window or browser tab.</p>


Open Files In New Window or Tab

Makes any link to a file open in a new tab by adding 'target="_blank"' to the link.

M.Code

<p>Transform your WordPress media library into a powerful download center! While WordPress doesn’t provide native file download capabilities, Media Library Downloader bridges this gap with enterprise-grade functionality and professional user experience.</p>
<p>Whether you need to download a single image or backup hundreds of media files, this plugin makes it effortless with intuitive one-click downloads, smart bulk operations, and advanced management features.</p>
<h4>Core Features:</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Single & Bulk Downloads</strong> – Download individual files instantly or create ZIP archives from multiple selections</li>
<li><strong>Universal Compatibility</strong> – Works seamlessly with both List and Grid view layouts</li>
<li><strong>Smart Download Management</strong> – Automatic file organization with customizable naming patterns</li>
<li><strong>Progress Indicators</strong> – Real-time feedback during download preparation</li>
<li><strong>AJAX Technology</strong> – Lightning-fast downloads with no page refreshes</li>
</ul>
<h4>Advanced Features:</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Admin Settings Dashboard</strong> – Complete control panel for configuration and monitoring</li>
<li><strong>Download Activity Logging</strong> – Track usage patterns and generate statistics</li>
<li><strong>Automatic Cleanup</strong> – Scheduled maintenance to keep your server optimized</li>
<li><strong>Security & Permissions</strong> – Enterprise-grade access control and CSRF protection</li>
<li><strong>Accessibility Compliant</strong> – Full keyboard navigation and screen reader support</li>
<li><strong>Developer Friendly</strong> – Extensive hooks and filters for customization</li>
</ul>
<h4>Perfect For:</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Content Creators</strong> – Quickly download media for offline editing</li>
<li><strong>Site Administrators</strong> – Bulk backup and migration of media files  </li>
<li><strong>Agencies</strong> – Client asset delivery and portfolio management</li>
<li><strong>Developers</strong> – Media file management during development</li>
<li><strong>Anyone</strong> – Who needs efficient file access from WordPress media library</li>
</ul>
<p>Experience the difference of professional-grade media management with intuitive design and powerful functionality!</p>
<h3>How to Use</h3>
<p>Once the plugin is installed and activated, you can start downloading files from your media library immediately.</p>
<h4>Downloading Single Files</h4>
<ol>
<li>Go to your WordPress admin area</li>
<li>Navigate to <strong>Media > Library</strong></li>
<li>You can use either List view or Grid view</li>
<li>Locate the file you want to download</li>
<li>Click the <strong>Download</strong> button that appears next to each media file</li>
<li>The file will be downloaded to your computer</li>
</ol>
<h4>Downloading Multiple Files</h4>
<ol>
<li>Go to <strong>Media > Library</strong></li>
<li>Switch to List view for easier bulk selection</li>
<li>Use the checkboxes to select multiple files you want to download</li>
<li>Click the <strong>Bulk Download</strong> button</li>
<li>All selected files will be packaged and downloaded as a ZIP file</li>
</ol>
<h4>View Options</h4>
<p>The plugin works seamlessly with both WordPress media library view options:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>List View</strong>: Shows files in a table format with download buttons in each row</li>
<li><strong>Grid View</strong>: Displays files as thumbnails with download options accessible via hover or click</li>
</ul>
<h4>Plugin Settings</h4>
<ol>
<li>Go to <strong>Settings > Media Downloader</strong> in your WordPress admin</li>
<li>Configure maximum download size limits (default: 100MB)</li>
<li>Set automatic cleanup intervals for temporary files (default: 24 hours)</li>
<li>Enable download logging to track activity (optional)</li>
<li>Customize ZIP filename patterns with placeholders like {timestamp}, {date}, {user}</li>
<li>Use manual cleanup to remove temporary files immediately</li>
</ol>
<h4>Important Notes</h4>
<ul>
<li>Downloads are processed using AJAX, so there’s no page reload</li>
<li>Large files or multiple file downloads may take a few moments to process</li>
<li>Ensure your browser allows downloads from your WordPress site</li>
<li>The plugin respects WordPress user permissions – only users with appropriate media access can download files</li>
<li>Temporary ZIP files are automatically cleaned up based on your settings</li>
<li>Download activity can be logged and viewed in the admin dashboard</li>
</ul>


Media Library Downloader

Professional media download solution with bulk operations, smart management, and enterprise-grade security for WordPress

Open Files In New Window or Tab vs Media Library Downloader