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Raw HTML

By Janis Elsts

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Raw HTML Review - In-Depth Analysis

Use raw HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in your posts without WordPress formatting issues. Disable smart quotes and automatic paragraph creation on a per-post basis.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.98/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 33+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

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 disable automatic formatting like smart quotes and automatic paragraph creation while using raw HTML, JavaScript, or CSS code in your posts without interference from WordPress.

With this plugin, you can wrap any part of your post in [raw]...[/raw] tags to prevent WordPress from converting newlines to HTML paragraphs and replacing apostrophes with typographic quotes. This is particularly useful for adding CSS blocks or JavaScript to your posts.

Raw HTML will also add new checkboxes to the Edit Post screen that let you disable certain WordPress filters on a per-post basis. You can disable wptexturize, automatic paragraph creation, image smilies, and more.

Comparing to Alternatives

Raw HTML is a plugin designed to prevent WordPress from auto-formatting code within posts, offering a straightforward solution for users needing raw HTML insertion. It competes with several alternatives that provide similar functionality with varying features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Effectively prevents WordPress from auto-formatting HTML code.
Supports inline CSS and embedded style sections for detailed control.
Simple and easy to use without complex setup.
Pro version offers enhanced features and stability.
Highly rated by users for reliability.

Weaknesses

Some users report it does not work with the WordPress Code Editor.
Limited advanced customization compared to some alternatives.
Occasional issues when switching between visual and code editors.
Free version may lack some features needed by advanced users.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star and 4-star ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's functionality and simplicity. However, a small portion of users report issues with compatibility and effectiveness.

Positive highlights

"Works for me, thanks!" — bfbca
"I'm using the Pro version and it works perfectly!" — gwenames
"Having detailed and fine control of my pages, and layouts, is important to me." — elenaandmeg
"Simple, works." — pdwalker
"Простой плагин позволяющий без лишних танцев и приблуд избежать автоформатирования." — globurs

Common complaints

Does not work when using the WordPress Code Editor; items between raw tags still get reformatted.

Weaknesses

Incompatibility with WordPress Code Editor for some users.
Limited functionality in free version compared to Pro.
Potential issues when switching editors causing code formatting problems.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a reliable and straightforward way to insert raw HTML and inline CSS without WordPress altering their code, especially those comfortable with classic editors or who require fine control over page layouts.

Not ideal for

Users who primarily use the WordPress Code Editor and expect seamless raw HTML handling there, or those needing extensive customization beyond basic raw HTML insertion may find this plugin less suitable.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version allows insertion of raw HTML and inline CSS to prevent WordPress auto-formatting, suitable for most basic needs.

Pro version

The Pro version offers enhanced stability, better compatibility with editors, and additional features to protect and manage raw HTML code more effectively.

Final Verdict

Raw HTML is a solid choice for users seeking to prevent WordPress from auto-formatting their HTML code, with a strong positive reception and a useful Pro upgrade. It stands well among its alternatives, especially for those who do not rely heavily on the WordPress Code Editor.

While some users report issues with the Code Editor compatibility, the plugin maintains a low security risk and offers good value. Users should consider their editing environment and needs before choosing this plugin over others.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Raw HTML plugin.

raw html

disable formatting

code in posts

FAQ

If you’re using the free version, switching from Text/HTML to the Visual editor can still mess up your code. The Pro version fixes this.

The way it works is that it replaces [raw]...[/raw] code with read-only placeholders when viewed via the Visual editor, and restores the original code when you switch to HTML or when the post is displayed your readers. This allows you to switch between HTML and Visual modes without worrying your content will get mangled by WP.