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Admin Custom Font

By Darko A7

Design & Themes / Themes & Templates

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Admin Custom Font Review - In-Depth Analysis

Admin Custom Font plugin allows you to replace the default font in the WordPress Admin Dashboard with various Google Fonts.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

4.5/5 (based on 13+ reviews)

Active Installations

900+

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 Custom Font plugin enables you to customize the font used in the WordPress Admin Dashboard. You can choose from hundreds of Google Fonts to replace the default font.

To customize your font type and styles, navigate to Admin Dashboard > Settings > Admin Font. This plugin was created to restore the traditional look and feel of the admin area without modifying core files.

With the latest version, you can select from a complete list of Google Fonts and override default font sizes and weights. Popular fonts like OpenSans, Roboto, and Lato are included, along with many others designed for specific languages.

To make the font selection process easier, over 30 popular Google Fonts are grouped at the top of the list for quick access. Explore the full collection to find the perfect font for your admin dashboard.

Comparing to Alternatives

Admin Custom Font stands alone in its niche with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users seeking to customize admin fonts.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and focused functionality for changing admin fonts
Improves the look and feel of the WordPress dashboard
Lightweight with minimal impact on performance
No known security vulnerabilities
Highly rated by most users for ease of use

Weaknesses

Does not change admin headings fonts, only body fonts
Limited font selection, missing some user-preferred fonts
No option to set default fonts in classic editors
Lacks advanced customization features found in more comprehensive plugins

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 4 and 5-star ratings, users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, though a small minority express frustration over limited functionality.

Positive highlights

"Best plugin of its kind!" - kfloyde
"Thank you! From someone with bad astigmatism, many many thanks for this plugin!" - Nicole6870
"Improved my Admin Dashboard" - Mr Tibbs
"Simple and useful!" - meksONE
"Nice plugin! Changing the admin font refreshes the look and feel of the dashboard!" - Humaid

Common complaints

Cannot set a default font in the Twenty Twelve classic editor
Font list does not include some user-preferred fonts
Saving font selections sometimes does not work

Weaknesses

Limited font customization scope
Lacks support for classic editor font defaults
No advanced font management options

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a straightforward, lightweight plugin to refresh the WordPress admin interface font without complex features.

Not ideal for

Users needing to customize fonts in the classic editor or those requiring extensive font options and default font settings.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic admin font customization that satisfies most users' needs for refreshing the dashboard appearance.

Final Verdict

Admin Custom Font is a niche plugin that excels at its simple purpose: changing the WordPress admin font to improve dashboard aesthetics. It is well-received by users who appreciate its ease of use and lack of security issues. However, its limited functionality, especially regarding classic editor support and font selection, may disappoint some users.

Given the absence of direct alternatives, this plugin is a solid choice for those seeking minimal admin font customization without additional complexities or costs. Users requiring more advanced features or classic editor font defaults should look elsewhere.