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Media Library Enable Infinite Scrolling

By David Baumwald

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Health & Diagnostics

Media Library Enable Infinite Scrolling Review - In-Depth Analysis

Re-enable infinite scrolling in the Media Library after WordPress 5.8. This plugin restores the feature for all users.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.87/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 25+ reviews)

Active Installations

8,000+

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

After WordPress 5.8 is released, infinite scrolling will be removed by default from the Media Library. See Trac ticket 50105 for the related changeset and ticket 40330 for the historical context behind the decision.

This plugin, for the short term, is a global re-enabling of infinite scrolling in the Media Library for all users.

A potential future enhancement is to have a per-user setting, letting individual users decide what's best for them.

Comparing to Alternatives

Media Library Enable Infinite Scrolling stands out by restoring a much-needed feature in WordPress media management that many users find essential.

Top alternatives

Media Library Enable Infinite Scrolling

Strengths

Restores infinite scrolling functionality in the media library.
Simple and lightweight with no ads or bloat.
Easy to install and use without configuration.
Improves user experience for large media libraries.

Weaknesses

Limited to a single specific feature without additional enhancements.
No premium or extended support options available.
Lacks customization settings for infinite scroll behavior.

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights strong appreciation for the plugin's core functionality and simplicity.

Positive highlights

"Thank you!" - bestonline1
"Exactly what I needed" - Anna Meurer
"Love this, love this, love this!" - marybaum
"Works beautifully! No ads or annoying issues." - duciplandica
"Thank you very much for making life easier for us!!!🙂" - DrBobo

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No complaints about functionality but some users desire more features.
Limited scope means it only addresses one aspect of media library usability.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users with large WordPress media libraries who want to streamline browsing by enabling infinite scrolling.

Not ideal for

Users who require advanced media management features or customization beyond infinite scrolling.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version fully enables infinite scrolling in the WordPress media library without any restrictions or ads.

Final Verdict

Media Library Enable Infinite Scrolling is a focused and effective solution that restores a valuable feature removed from WordPress core, greatly enhancing media library navigation for users with extensive media collections.

Its simplicity and ad-free experience make it a reliable choice, though users seeking broader media management capabilities may need to look elsewhere.