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Editor Blocks by Download Manager

By Shahjada

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Editor Blocks by Download Manager Review - In-Depth Analysis

Editor Blocks by Download Manager provides a collection of custom blocks for the Gutenberg editor. It enhances download management with various features and UI blocks.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.75/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

6,000+

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

Editor Blocks by Download Manager is the collection of beautiful ready-to-use custom blocks for the new Gutenberg block editor. Primarily, this plugin covers various download manager features like embedding package or category within a page/post. Additionally, it includes lots of generic UI blocks to give you more customizability option with your page design.

WPDM Blocks include a block to show a download/file/package, query download manager items using various filters, and list downloads from selected categories. It also provides a signup form with custom role selection, a login form, a user dashboard, and a search option on a page. The Table Builder feature allows visual building of downloads tables, available with WPDM Pro only.

Please install Attire Blocks for many free UI blocks and ready-to-use layouts.

Comparing to Alternatives

Editor Blocks by Download Manager is a specialized plugin designed to enhance the Gutenberg editor with blocks tailored for the Download Manager plugin. It stands out by focusing on integration rather than broad editing features.

Top alternatives

Editor Blocks by Download Manager

Strengths

Seamless integration with Download Manager plugin
Simplifies adding download-related blocks in Gutenberg
Lightweight and focused functionality

Weaknesses

Limited to users of Download Manager plugin
Lacks extensive customization options
No standalone features outside of download management

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights appreciation for the plugin's integration and utility, though some desire more frequent updates.

Positive highlights

'I think it’s a super co-plugin for WPDM' - trombitamuvesz
Easy to use with Download Manager
Enhances Gutenberg editing experience for downloads

Common complaints

Needs more frequent updates
Limited features beyond basic blocks

Weaknesses

Occasional compatibility concerns with latest WordPress versions
Minimal standalone functionality

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who rely on the Download Manager plugin and want to enhance their Gutenberg editor with specialized blocks for managing downloads.

Not ideal for

Users who do not use Download Manager or need a more comprehensive block editor plugin with broader features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential Gutenberg blocks integrated with Download Manager, sufficient for basic download management within posts and pages.