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Customize Posts

By Weston Ruter

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Customize Posts Review - In-Depth Analysis

Edit posts and postmeta directly in the Customizer with live previews. Enhance your editing experience without surprises.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.68/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 18+ 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

This plugin allows you to edit posts and pages in the Customizer, enabling you to modify post data and postmeta while previewing changes before saving. It aims to improve the editing experience by providing live previews of changes to featured images and page templates.

With this plugin, you can see how changes to metaboxes and custom fields will look before they go live. It utilizes selective refresh capabilities for faster previews and allows you to focus on specific controls by shift-clicking elements in the preview.

Development is ongoing, and contributions are welcome. The plugin is designed to enhance WordPress's editing capabilities by integrating with existing features in the Customizer.

Comparing to Alternatives

Customize Posts offers a solid set of features for post customization, standing alongside several notable alternatives in the WordPress ecosystem.

Top alternatives

Strengths

High user satisfaction with a 4.7/5 rating
No recorded security vulnerabilities
Easy preview of posts before publishing
Maintains WordPress customization flexibility
Saves time in customizing content posting

Weaknesses

Lacks a pro version with advanced features
Some users find it not great but acceptable
Limited differentiation from other post customization plugins
No recent updates noted since 2017 scan

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and no negative reviews, users generally express high satisfaction with Customize Posts.

Positive highlights

'Good work!!!!' - zeth77
'Good Job! This is the right way to get more WYSIWYG when editing posts without losing customization possibilities.' - Joachim
'It works great' - Angel
'This plugin saves my time and I think this plugin is very useful for customizing content posting!' - Flora Reda
'It’s easy to see the preview post before publish it.' - Siam ลอตเตอรี่

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Some users feel the plugin is not exceptional but still useful
Lack of advanced features due to absence of a pro version
No recent updates which may affect compatibility over time

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a straightforward and reliable plugin to customize posts with a WYSIWYG experience and preview capability will find Customize Posts very useful.

Not ideal for

Those needing advanced customization features or ongoing premium support might find this plugin limiting due to the lack of a pro version and recent updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential post customization tools with preview functionality and maintains WordPress flexibility.

Final Verdict

Customize Posts is a well-received plugin with a strong user base appreciating its ease of use and effective post customization features. Its clean security record and positive reviews make it a trustworthy choice for users wanting basic customization without complexity.

However, the absence of a pro version and recent updates may limit its appeal for users seeking advanced features or long-term support. Considering available alternatives with broader capabilities might be beneficial for those needs.