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Admin Menu Tree Page View

By PÃ¤r ThernstrÃ¶m

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Admin Menu Tree Page View Review - In-Depth Analysis

Get a tree view of all your pages directly in the admin menu. Search, add, edit, view, re-order – all is just one click away!

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7/10

User Rating

4.6/5 (based on 48+ 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

The Admin Menu Tree Page View plugin adds a tree-view layout to all your pages directly accessible in the admin menu. This way, all your content will be available with just one click, no matter where you are in the admin area.

You can also add posts, pages and custom post types directly in the tree and you can quickly find your pages by using the real-time search box.

Top features include changing the order of your pages with drag-and-drop, viewing all your pages regardless of your location in the admin, and seeing the hierarchy of your pages. You can add pages directly after or inside another post without needing to create the post first. Additionally, it adds a link to view a public post type directly from the admin menu.

This plugin works perfectly in WordPress installations with lots of pages in a tree hierarchy.

Comparing to Alternatives

Admin Menu Tree Page View offers a unique approach to managing page hierarchies within the WordPress admin, but there are notable alternatives that provide different user experiences and features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Integrates a tree view directly into the admin menu for quick access.
Simplifies navigation for sites with hierarchical page structures.
Lightweight and straightforward to use without complex settings.
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe usage.
Highly rated by most users for ease of access and functionality.

Weaknesses

Does not provide a dedicated screen for managing large numbers of pages, which can be cumbersome.
Lacks support for custom content types like Pods.
Recent changes removed the flyout menu feature, reducing convenience.
Screenshots and documentation may not accurately represent current functionality.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star and 4-star ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's functionality and ease of use. However, a small portion of users express dissatisfaction mainly due to changes in features and limitations with custom content support.

Positive highlights

"Great and handy plugin" - Thomas
"Excellent! This is and always has been the first and only Admin Plugin I use." - Carl Fox
"Always on my install list. Always loved this plugin." - whoisandywhite
"Adds the treeview to the flyout menu of each content type. Easy & fast access." - Thomas

Common complaints

Lacks a dedicated page tree manager screen, making it difficult to manage large numbers of pages.
Removal of the flyout menu feature has reduced usability and speed.
Does not support Pods or other custom content types.
Screenshots are misleading about the plugin's actual functionality.

Weaknesses

Limited support for custom post types like Pods.
User interface changes have removed previously appreciated features.
Documentation and screenshots do not always match the current plugin behavior.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a simple, lightweight plugin to navigate hierarchical pages directly from the admin menu and do not require advanced features or custom content type support.

Not ideal for

Users managing large sites with hundreds of pages needing a dedicated tree management screen, those relying on custom content types like Pods, or those who prefer the older flyout menu functionality.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes the core functionality of adding a hierarchical tree view of pages directly in the admin menu for easy navigation.

Final Verdict

Admin Menu Tree Page View is a well-regarded plugin for users seeking quick access to page hierarchies within the WordPress admin menu. Its lightweight design and lack of security issues make it a safe and practical choice for many users. However, recent changes have removed some popular features, and it lacks support for custom content types, which may limit its usefulness for more complex sites.

While alternatives like CMS Tree Page View offer dedicated page tree management screens, this plugin remains a solid option for those who prefer integration within the admin menu. Users should consider their specific needs, especially regarding custom content and interface preferences, before choosing this plugin.