- Category rank
- #102 in Gutenberg
- Listing audit
- 46/100
Enable Classic Editor & Widgets is a WordPress Plugin Directory app by Ayon M. With a rating of 5.0★ from 5 reviews, it currently ranks #102 in the Gutenberg category.
Enable Classic Editor & Widgets is the #102 ranked Gutenberg app on WordPress, with a 5.0 average rating from 5 reviews, as of Sep 11, 2026.
AppRanks verdict
Generated from marketplace data as of Sep 11, 2026
Enable Classic Editor & Widgets ranks #102 of 696 in Gutenberg on WordPress. It holds a 5.0★ average from 5 reviews on WordPress.
Pros
- No standout positives in the measured data.
Cons
- −Only 5 reviews — the average can still move with a few new ratings
How Enable Classic Editor & Widgets works
This is a lightweight Classic Editor plugin that gives you complete control over when to use the Classic Editor vs the Block Editor (Gutenberg). Despite the introduction of Gutenberg, a brand new block editor with WordPress 5.x, many users still prefer the Classic Editor due to its compatibility and ease of use.
What does this plugin do?
Disables the Gutenberg Block Editor (with granular control)
Reverts back to the Classic WordPress Editor
Reverts to Classic Widgets section
Configure which post types use Classic Editor
Configure which user roles use Classic Editor
Simple mode for quick setup or Advanced mode for granular control
Modern, user-friendly settings interface
How to use this plugin?
Simple Mode: Just activate the plugin and it works immediately (default)
Advanced Mode: Enable “Advanced Settings” to configure per post type and user role
Standardized capabilities
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