Plugin info

Total downloads: 1,134
Active installs: 10
Total reviews: 0
Average rating: 0
Support threads opened: 0
Support threads resolved: 0 (0%)
Available in: 1 language(s)
Contributors: 2
Last updated: 2/24/2025 (310 days ago)
Added to WordPress: 2/6/2024 (1 years old)
Minimum WordPress version: 6.0
Tested up to WordPress version: 6.7.4
Minimum PHP version: 7.4

Maintenance & Compatibility

Maintenance score

Stale • Last updated 310 days ago

38/100

Is Disable Widgets Block abandoned?

Likely maintained (last update 310 days ago).

Compatibility

Requires WordPress: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.7.4
Requires PHP: 7.4

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Description

Disable Widgets Block is a plugin that provides a simple solution for users who prefer editing widgets in the classic style in WordPress. By specifically disabling the Gutenberg block editor for widgets, this plugin opens the door for you to return to using the familiar and easy-to-understand classic editing interface.

Installation

This section describes how to install the plugin and get it working.

e.g.

  1. Upload the plugin files to the /wp-content/plugins/plugin-name directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
  3. Use the Settings->Plugin Name screen to configure the plugin
  4. (Make your instructions match the desired user flow for activating and installing your plugin. Include any steps that might be needed for explanatory purposes)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I activate it?

After installing and activating the plugin, widgets will automatically switch to the classic view.

Can I revert it to the default settings?

Certainly. You can disable or uninstall the plugin anytime to return to the default block editor for widgets.

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Changelog

1.0.2

  • Added contributor

1.0.1

  • Update images

1.0.0

  • Initial release