What is Classic Editor?

Classic Editor is an official plugin maintained by the WordPress team that restores the previous (“classic”) WordPress editor and the “Edit Post” screen. It makes it possible to use plugins that extend that screen, add old-style meta boxes, or otherwise depend on the previous editor.

Is Classic Editor an official WordPress plugin?

Yes, Classic Editor is an official WordPress plugin and will be fully supported and maintained until 2024, or as long as is necessary.

What features does Classic Editor add?

Classic Editor adds the following features:n1. Administrators can select the default editor for all users.n2. Administrators can allow users to change their default editor.n3. Users can choose which editor to use for each post.n4. Each post opens in the last editor used regardless of who edited it last.

Does Classic Editor support other plugins?

Yes, the Classic Editor plugin includes several filters that let other plugins control the settings, and the editor choice per post and per post type.

Does Classic Editor hide the new block editor (Gutenberg)?

Yes, by default, the Classic Editor plugin hides all functionality available in the new block editor (Gutenberg).

Classic Editor - Official WordPress Plugin to Restore Previous Editor

Restore Classic Editor

Brings back the familiar editing experience.

The Classic Editor plugin allows users to revert to the previous WordPress editor, giving them a more familiar and comfortable editing experience. This is especially useful for those who prefer the old editor or rely on plugins that are not compatible with the new block editor.

Customizable Default Editor

Choose the editing experience that suits you.

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1.6.7

Fixed loading of script translations when post.js is replaced in WordPress 6.7.1.

1.6.6

Added fix for selecting/deselecting multiple unwanted categories in WordPress 6.7.1 when clicking on a category checkbox on the old Edit Post screen.

1.6.5

Added fix for Safari 18 negative horizontal margin on floats.

1.6.4

Added support for administrators to choose the default editor for other users.

1.6.3

Added some WPCS fixes, props NicktheGeek on GitHub.
Updated “Tested up to” in the readme and removed it from classic-editor.php. This should fix false positive errors in security plugins in the future.

1.6.2

Fixed bug that was preventing saving of the last used editor.

1.6.1

Fixed a warning on the block editor based widgets screen.
Fixed use of a deprecated filter.

1.6

Updated for WordPress 5.5.
Fixed minor issues with calling deprecated functions, needlessly registering uninstall hook, and capitalization of some strings.

1.5

Updated for WordPress 5.2 and Gutenberg 5.3.
Enhanced and fixed the “open posts in the last editor used to edit them” logic.
Fixed adding post state so it can easily be accessed from other plugins.

1.4

On network installations removed the restriction for only network activation.
Added support for network administrators to choose the default network-wide editor.
Fixed the settings link in the warning on network About screen.
Properly added the “Switch to classic editor” menu item to the block editor menu.

1.3

Fixed removal of the “Try Gutenberg” dashboard widget.
Fixed condition for displaying of the after upgrade notice on the “What’s New” screen. Shown when the classic editor is selected and users cannot switch editors.

1.2

Fixed switching editors from the Add New (post) screen before a draft post is saved.
Fixed typo that was appending the edit URL to the classic-editor query var.
Changed detecting of WordPress 5.0 to not use version check. Fixes a bug when testing 5.1-alpha.
Changed the default value of the option to allow users to switch editors to false.
Added disabling of the Gutenberg plugin and lowered the required WordPress version to 4.9.
Added classic_editor_network_default_settings filter.

1.1

Fixed a bug where it may attempt to load the block editor for post types that do not support editor when users are allowed to switch editors.

1.0

Updated for WordPress 5.0.
Changed all “Gutenberg” names/references to “block editor”.
Refreshed the settings UI.
Removed disabling of the Gutenberg plugin. This was added for testing in WordPress 4.9. Users who want to continue following the development of Gutenberg in WordPress 5.0 and beyond will not need another plugin to disable it.
Added support for per-user settings of default editor.
Added support for admins to set the default editor for the site.
Added support for admins to allow users to change their default editor.
Added support for network admins to prevent site admins from changing the default settings.
Added support to store the last editor used for each post and open it next time. Enabled when users can choose default editor.
Added “post editor state” in the listing of posts on the Posts screen. Shows the editor that will be opened for the post. Enabled when users can choose default editor.
Added classic_editor_enabled_editors_for_post and classic_editor_enabled_editors_for_post_type filters. Can be used by other plugins to control or override the editor used for a particular post of post type.
Added classic_editor_plugin_settings filter. Can be used by other plugins to override the settings and disable the settings UI.

0.5

Updated for Gutenberg 4.1 and WordPress 5.0-beta1.
Removed some functionality that now exists in Gutenberg.
Fixed redirecting back to the classic editor after looking at post revisions.

0.4

Fixed removing of the “Try Gutenberg” call-out when the Gutenberg plugin is not activated.
Fixed to always show the settings and the settings link in the plugins list table.
Updated the readme text.

0.3

Updated the option from a checkbox to couple of radio buttons, seems clearer. Thanks to @designsimply for the label text suggestions.
Some general updates and cleanup.

0.2

Update for Gutenberg 1.9.
Remove warning and automatic deactivation when Gutenberg is not active.

0.1

Initial release.

Simple and Familiar Editor

By hopkinarona3 on June 28, 2025

Does the job without complications. If you're used to the classic WordPress feel, this plugin brings it back nicely. Not perfect, but reliable enough.

The best solution

By diogopetermann on June 24, 2025

I install it on all websites. It's easier to use and direct to the point.

It does exactly what I need it to do with minimal fuss.

By Elizabeth Beeton (esb10) on May 28, 2025

Please never never never never never change this plugin unless you have security problems. I need this like I need air. I don't need anything fancy. I don't need to have bells and whistles to give it 5 stars. It just has to do what I need done, and I'm happy. FYI: I'm not a bot. I'm giving 5 stars and leaving a variation of this same review on every plugin I use daily and that makes my life easier. This plugin has saved my sanity and has kept my blood pressure from spiking with using the bullshit Gutenberg.

Nice to have but some problem

By jelleruben on May 7, 2025

If I want to add a post on my website on my Tablet(Samsung S10 Ultra), I cant add a title or edit the publish date of the post. The focus jumps to the post it self. If I deacivated the plug pin, I can add the title and edit the publish date.

I haven't the issue on my laptop or smartphone

Make It Less Annoying

By Steve (rjsteve) on March 30, 2025

I'm glad this plug-in exists, but it's really annoying to work with in text mode. Every time you try to edit the cursor jumps off screen, and if your page contains some complicated coding it's hard to find your place. Why not just keep in the cursor in place when you're editing in text mode? It's really annoying to have to go find your edit after you've started it.

Very Simple and Easy UI

By Quotes Ninja (quotesninja) on March 29, 2025

I love this editor. I have been using this editor since my 1'st localhost project. I like it's simplicity and easy to access UI.

Amazing Plugin! I Want to Keep Using It!

By uemura5683 on March 26, 2025

Hello, I'm Uemura.

I use Classic Editor every time I build a WordPress site.
Especially, I rely on related plugins like Smart Custom Fields, and if Classic Editor is discontinued, it will significantly impact my workflow.

Please, I sincerely hope you continue supporting this plugin!
Many users still need Classic Editor, so I truly appreciate your consideration.

Best & Simple Editor

By zeeshanahmed24 on March 5, 2025

I'm still using the Classic Editor in WordPress, and it perfectly meets my needs without adding unnecessary distractions.

Excellente Extension !

By yderf on February 11, 2025

Excellente extension!!! Without this one I would have left WordPress!!! It gives me oxygen in the admin area! I can no longer work with blocks!!! Stop the blocks!!! I'm tired of seeing blocks!!! That's enough!!! Return Wordpress to its legitimate state

Best Editor that i Still Use

By 247FreshersJobz (ayanali009) on February 4, 2025

Classic Editor is a must-have plugin for those who prefer the old-school WordPress editing experience simple, reliable, and efficient!

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