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Disable Block Editor FullScreen mode

By Ankit Panchal

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Health & Diagnostics

Disable Block Editor FullScreen mode Review - In-Depth Analysis

Disable the Block Editor fullscreen mode by default in WordPress 5.4+. Lightweight, no settings needed — just activate and it works.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.7/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 8+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

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

Tired of the WordPress Block Editor launching in fullscreen every time? This plugin automatically disables the default fullscreen mode in the Gutenberg editor for WordPress 5.4 and above. No configuration required — simply install, activate, and get straight to editing without the distraction.

Features:

Automatically disables Block Editor fullscreen mode on load. Zero configuration — works out of the box. Lightweight with no impact on performance. Compatible with the latest WordPress version.

Comparing to Alternatives

Disable Block Editor FullScreen mode is a focused plugin designed to enhance the WordPress block editor experience by disabling fullscreen mode. It stands out for its simplicity compared to other editor customization plugins.

Top alternatives

Disable Block Editor FullScreen mode

Strengths

Lightweight and easy to use with minimal configuration
Effectively disables fullscreen mode to improve user focus
No impact on site performance due to minimal code

Weaknesses

Limited functionality beyond disabling fullscreen mode
No advanced customization options
Lack of integration with other editor enhancement features

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights the plugin's straightforward approach and effectiveness, though some users desire more features.

Positive highlights

"Simple and does exactly what I need." - User A
"Improved my editing experience by disabling fullscreen." - User B
"No conflicts with other plugins." - User C

Common complaints

Lacks additional customization options
No updates or support for extended features

Weaknesses

Limited to a single function
No pro version or advanced support available

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a quick and easy way to disable the fullscreen mode in the WordPress block editor without extra features.

Not ideal for

Those looking for a comprehensive editor customization plugin with multiple enhancements and support.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides the core functionality of disabling the block editor fullscreen mode with no additional features or paid upgrades.

Final Verdict

Disable Block Editor FullScreen mode is a niche plugin that fulfills its purpose effectively with minimal fuss.

It is ideal for users seeking a simple solution without the need for advanced editor customizations or paid features.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Disable Block Editor FullScreen mode plugin.

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block editor

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gutenberg block editor

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wordpress editor

FAQ

Nop, Minimum 5.4 WP Version required.

Contributors and developers

“Disable Block Editor FullScreen mode” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Ankit Panchal

Free Version

WPS

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6.7

Average

Ratings

4.3 out of 5 | 8

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Version

4.3.0

Last updated

1 month ago

Active installations

1,000+

WordPress version

7.0.4 or higher

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PHP version

or higher

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Languages

5

Category

Site Administration & Utilities

Site Health & Diagnostics

Tags

Block-editor,Gutenberg Block Editor,Gutenberg Editor,Wordpress Editor

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