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Contact Form 7 Shortcode Enabler

By Tobias Zimpel

Forms & Data Collection / Contact Forms

Contact Form 7 Shortcode Enabler Review - In-Depth Analysis

Enable external shortcodes in Contact Form 7 forms. This plugin allows the use of shortcodes from themes and other plugins.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.94/10

User Rating

4.9/5 (based on 12+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows users to utilize external shortcodes within Contact Form 7 forms. By default, Contact Form 7 only processes its own shortcodes for generating form elements.

Many themes and plugins offer additional shortcodes for layout options such as multi-column layouts and tabs. This plugin enhances the functionality of Contact Form 7 by enabling these external shortcodes, providing more flexibility in form design.

Comparing to Alternatives

Contact Form 7 Shortcode Enabler enhances Contact Form 7 by allowing shortcode usage within forms, distinguishing it from other contact form plugins.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Seamlessly integrates with Contact Form 7.
Enables shortcode usage inside forms, expanding customization.
Lightweight and easy to use without complex setup.
Maintains compatibility with existing Contact Form 7 features.

Weaknesses

Does not process shortcodes in email content by default.
Limited to enhancing Contact Form 7 only, not a standalone form builder.
Lacks advanced form building features found in other plugins.

User Sentiment Analysis

Users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, though some desire improved shortcode handling in emails.

Positive highlights

"Does the magic (and nice support)" - W★
"Simple and Effective" - jimmyeao
"Does the Job!" - andyobah
"perfect" - BG Bruno
"Resolve the problem perfectly. Congratulations!" - iranalves85

Common complaints

Shortcodes display as text in email notifications instead of rendering.
Limited functionality beyond enabling shortcodes in Contact Form 7.
No native support for shortcode processing in email bodies.

Weaknesses

Email shortcode rendering is incomplete.
Functionality is narrowly focused on Contact Form 7 integration.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who rely on Contact Form 7 and want to extend its capabilities by enabling shortcode usage within forms for greater flexibility.

Not ideal for

Those seeking a standalone form builder or advanced form features beyond shortcode enabling should consider other plugins.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version fully enables shortcode usage within Contact Form 7 forms, providing essential functionality without cost.

Final Verdict

Contact Form 7 Shortcode Enabler is a focused and effective plugin that fills a specific gap by allowing shortcode usage within Contact Form 7 forms, enhancing customization options.

While it lacks advanced features and does not process shortcodes in email content by default, it remains a valuable, lightweight tool for users needing this functionality without additional complexity.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Contact Form 7 Shortcode Enabler plugin.

Cf7

Contact Form 7

Shortcode

FAQ

I’m pretty sure you are missing a feature in Contact Form 7 itself, not in this plugin. Otherwise, please drop me a message and I’ll see what I can do.