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OtFm Gutenberg Spoiler – (or FAQ) collapse block

By Vova Druzhaev

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

OtFm Gutenberg Spoiler – (or FAQ) collapse block Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin adds two types of spoiler blocks to the Gutenberg editor. Perfect for FAQs or hiding content.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.68/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

600+

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 enhances the Gutenberg block editor by introducing two types of spoilers: Little Spoiler and Box Spoiler.

The Little Spoiler is designed for plain text, while the Box Spoiler allows you to create a more complex layout with opening and closing blocks, enabling you to hide any content in between.

The spoilers feature smooth animations on the frontend and customizable color options in the editor. You can even add new colors to fit your design needs.

This plugin is ideal for those looking to create FAQs or to hide parts of their publications effectively.

Comparing to Alternatives

OtFm Gutenberg Spoiler offers a straightforward and effective way to add spoiler blocks in Gutenberg, standing out with its simplicity and block compatibility. It competes with several other spoiler plugins that offer varying features and customization options.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports both simple text spoilers and multi-block spoilers.
Easy to use with Gutenberg's native block editor.
Produces visually appealing dropdown spoilers.
Responsive design works well on desktop and mobile.
Developer is responsive and supportive in forums.

Weaknesses

Limited customization options in the GUI, such as color settings.
No built-in feature for custom colors without CSS.
Lacks a pro version with advanced features.
Customization requires CSS knowledge for styling adjustments.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers, users consistently praise the plugin's simplicity, effectiveness, and ease of use. There are no negative reviews, indicating strong user satisfaction.

Positive highlights

"Best spoiler plugin for Gutenberg" - logaritym
"Great, simple little plugin" - kacper3355
"Everything works fine, especially the box spoiler feature" - winkli
"Easy to use and looks good on desktop and mobile" - Jens
"Very convenient for Gutenberg, author is helpful" - denysoftru

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited GUI customization options, especially for colors.
Customization beyond defaults requires CSS knowledge.
No advanced features available due to lack of a pro version.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, reliable spoiler plugin that integrates seamlessly with Gutenberg blocks and requires minimal setup.

Not ideal for

Those who need extensive customization options or advanced spoiler features without using custom CSS may find this plugin limiting.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes all core features for creating simple and multi-block spoilers with good default styling and responsive design.

Final Verdict

OtFm Gutenberg Spoiler is an excellent choice for users who want a straightforward and effective spoiler solution within the Gutenberg editor. Its perfect user ratings and responsive support highlight its reliability and ease of use.

While it lacks advanced customization and a pro version, its simplicity and solid functionality make it a top contender among spoiler plugins, especially for those comfortable with minor CSS tweaks for styling.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free OtFm Gutenberg Spoiler – (or FAQ) collapse block plugin.

Gutenberg blocks

spoiler

FAQ

Screenshots

FAQ

Yes!
Navigation by “Tab” button:
The “Up arrow” key pressed – If the focused spoiler is open, you close it
The “Down arrow” key pressed – If the focused spoiler is closed, you open it
Either the “Enter” key or “Space bar” pressed – You toggle the focused spoiler. If it is open, close it; if it is closed, open it.
The “End” key pressed – You move focus to the last spoiler on the page
The “Home” key pressed – You move focus to the first spoiler on the page

Support screen readers

Add this snippet to your file functions.php:

// add new colors to spoiler function otfmgs_add_new_colors($colors){     $colors[]= array( 'color' => '#bd4747', 'name' => 'my_brown' );     $colors[]= array( 'color' => '#32dd94', 'name' => 'my_green' );     //... etc      return $colors; } add_filter('otfmgs_colors','otfmgs_add_new_colors');

where: #bd4747 – new hex color

result: https://yadi.sk/i/223x_1-S3e_H1w

(available from plugin version 1.4.0)

Add this snippet to your file functions.php:

// add my color palette to spoiler function otfmgs_add_my_color_pallete($colors){     $colors['new'][]= array( 'color' => '#bd4747', 'name' => 'my_brown' );     $colors['new'][]= array( 'color' => '#32dd94', 'name' => 'my_green' );     //... etc      return $colors; } add_filter('otfmgs_colors','otfmgs_add_my_color_pallete');

where: #bd4747 – new hex color

result: https://yadi.sk/i/Fv7BaxRLkjj_SA

(available from plugin version 1.4.0)