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Scripts n Styles

By WraithKenny

Developer Tools & Customization / Code Snippets & Custom Code

Scripts n Styles Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin allows Admin users to individually add HTML, custom CSS, Classes and JavaScript directly to Post, Pages or any other custom post types.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.7/10

User Rating

4.4/5 (based on 30+ reviews)

Active Installations

30,000+

Update Frequency

Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

3 / 10 (Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows Admin users the ability to add custom CSS and JavaScript directly into individual Post, Pages or any other registered custom post types. You can also add classes to the body tag and the post container. There is a Global settings page for which you can write Scripts n Styles for the entire blog.

Admin's can also add classes to the TinyMCE 'Formats' dropdown which users can use to style posts and pages directly. As of Scripts n Styles 3+ styles are reflected in the post editor.

Because only well trusted users should ever be allowed to insert JavaScript directly into the pages of your site, this plugin restricts usage to admin type users. Admin's have access to even more sensitive areas by definition, so that should be relatively safe.

Comparing to Alternatives

Scripts n Styles is a lightweight plugin designed to add custom code snippets to WordPress sites. When compared to similar plugins, it offers a straightforward approach but lacks some advanced features found in competitors.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Allows adding custom HTML, CSS, and scripts globally or per page.
Supports shortcode generation for custom scripts.
Enables conditional script loading and custom body classes.

Weaknesses

Hardcoded script tags limit flexibility for some script types.
Not AMP-friendly; meta tags do not appear in AMP versions.
Reported to cause conflicts with Gutenberg block editor, affecting performance and functionality.

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights both the plugin's utility and some critical issues affecting usability.

Positive highlights

'Really Excellent, great!' - dglite
'Does what it says and much more!!' - Natacha
'Perfect, a must have' - iohnatan
Flexible code insertion options appreciated by users.

Common complaints

Breaks JavaScript in Gutenberg editor causing slowdowns - t0m4u
Removes blocks on publishing and causes load issues - gjbottomley
Lacks AMP compatibility, meta tags not showing in AMP version - Basudev Yadav

Weaknesses

Plugin can cause significant editor performance issues.
Limited support for script types due to hardcoded tags.
No AMP support leading to inconsistent meta tag behavior.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple and free solution to add custom scripts and styles on a per-page or global basis without needing advanced features.

Not ideal for

Sites heavily reliant on the Gutenberg editor or AMP pages, or users needing flexible script tag support and guaranteed compatibility with modern WordPress features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers comprehensive features for adding custom HTML, CSS, and JavaScript globally or per page, including shortcode generation and conditional script loading.

Final Verdict

Scripts n Styles is a capable plugin for adding custom code snippets with useful features like shortcode creation and conditional loading. It stands out for its simplicity and free availability.

However, significant drawbacks such as incompatibility with the Gutenberg editor and lack of AMP support limit its suitability for some users. Those issues should be carefully considered before installation.