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Image Regenerate & Select Crop

By Iulia Cazan

Content Management / Media Library & Asset Management

Image Regenerate & Select Crop Review - In-Depth Analysis

Manage images efficiently with advanced options for cropping, regenerating, and cleaning up image files.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.78/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 58+ reviews)

Active Installations

8,000+

Update Frequency

Very Good It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The Image Regenerate & Select Crop plugin provides enhanced control over image settings and file regeneration. It allows you to override native medium and large crop options and register new sub-sizes. The plugin appends additional buttons to regenerate and crop images, providing detailed information about the registered image sub-sizes and their status within the application.

Key features include a details button that opens a lightbox displaying information on missing sub-size files and options for manual generation. The regenerate button allows one-click regeneration of all image sizes for a specific image. Additionally, the raw cleanup button lets you delete all files and metadata for the attachment while keeping only the original file.

The plugin integrates seamlessly without requiring additional code, adding buttons to the Edit Media page as well as Edit Post and Edit Page sections where a featured image is present. It is compatible with custom post types, including WooCommerce products, and supports various resolutions and responsive layouts.

Comparing to Alternatives

Image Regenerate & Select Crop stands out among thumbnail regeneration plugins by offering extensive control over image sizes and cropping options. While it excels in flexibility, it lacks some performance controls found in other tools.

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Image Regenerate & Select Crop

Strengths

Comprehensive tools for removing and preventing unwanted image sizes.
Works well alongside other image optimization plugins.
Offers detailed options and controls for image cropping and regeneration.

Weaknesses

No built-in control for regeneration speed, which can strain server resources.
Interface may be complex for users seeking a simple solution.
Limited to no support for batch processing rate limiting.

User Sentiment Analysis

Users appreciate the plugin's versatility and compatibility but note some areas for improvement.

Positive highlights

'Like a swiss army knife of thumbnail regeneration' - Eurisko
'Great plugin, works well with other plugins; lots of options' - newwithtags
'Very good plugin! Quick help from the developer.' - arianegordijn
'Great plugin! I recommend it to everyone' - adsphera
'Nice to add own size and crop' - Saleswonder Support Team

Common complaints

Lack of control over the speed of image regeneration causing server overload.
Complexity of options can be confusing for some users.

Weaknesses

No feature to throttle or limit regeneration process speed.
User interface may overwhelm beginners with numerous settings.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need advanced control over image sizes and cropping, and who are comfortable with detailed plugin settings.

Not ideal for

Users seeking a simple, lightweight thumbnail regeneration tool or those with limited server resources that require speed control features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a wide range of image regeneration and cropping tools with extensive options, suitable for most users' needs.

Final Verdict

Image Regenerate & Select Crop is a powerful and flexible plugin ideal for users who need detailed control over image regeneration and cropping. It integrates well with other optimization tools and offers a comprehensive feature set in its free version.

However, its lack of speed control during regeneration and complex interface may pose challenges for users with limited technical expertise or server capacity. Overall, it is a valuable tool for advanced users seeking customization.