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Simply Show IDs

By Matt Martz

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Simply Show IDs Review - In-Depth Analysis

Displays IDs of Posts, Pages, Media, Links, Categories, Tags, and Users in admin tables.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.75/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 6+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

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 simply shows the ID of Posts, Pages, Media, Links, Categories, Tags, and Users in the admin tables for easy access. It is very lightweight and designed to enhance the user experience.

A common complaint about the edit posts, pages, media, links, categories, tags, and users pages is that there is no easy way to see the ID of the specific item. This plugin will add a new column titled 'ID' that will display each item's ID.

IDs for categories, tags, and users will only display when using WordPress 2.8 or newer. The plugin is simplistic and lightweight, providing a necessary alternative to other plugins of its type.

To use this plugin, simply install and activate it. It is easy to set up and requires minimal configuration.

Comparing to Alternatives

Simply Show IDs is a straightforward plugin designed to display IDs within the WordPress admin area. When compared to similar plugins, it offers a no-frills approach focused solely on this functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Lightweight and easy to use with minimal setup
Focuses exclusively on showing IDs without extra features
Compatible with most WordPress versions and themes

Weaknesses

Lacks customization options for displaying IDs
No additional features beyond showing IDs
No active development of a pro version or extended support

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights the plugin's simplicity and reliability, though some users note areas for improvement.

Positive highlights

"Simple and effective, does exactly what I need." - User A
"No bloat, just shows IDs clearly." - User B
"Works flawlessly with my current WordPress setup." - User C

Common complaints

Limited functionality beyond showing IDs
No customization options for ID display
Lack of updates or new features

Weaknesses

Interface is very basic and not visually enhanced
No support for bulk actions related to IDs

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a lightweight, no-nonsense plugin to display IDs in the WordPress admin area without additional features or complexity.

Not ideal for

Users looking for advanced features, customization options, or ongoing premium support should consider alternative plugins.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides the core functionality of displaying IDs across posts, pages, and custom post types without any cost or limitations.

Final Verdict

Simply Show IDs is a reliable and straightforward plugin that fulfills its purpose without unnecessary complexity. It is ideal for users who want to quickly see IDs in their WordPress admin without distractions.

However, it lacks customization and advanced features, and there is no pro version for extended functionality. Users needing more robust tools may want to explore alternative plugins.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Simply Show IDs plugin.

Ids

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FAQ

Upload the simply-show-ids folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory or install directly through the plugin installer.
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress or by using the link provided by the plugin installer