Active installs
300+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#10389
Peak #10389
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
41.6K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Better File Editor currently ranks #10389 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v2.3.1, shipped on Oct 18, 2015 (3,946 days ago) — release #9 since the plugin joined the directory in 2009.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | Bryan Petty |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.3.1 |
| Versions released | 9 |
| Last updated | 2015-10-18 |
| Added to directory | 2009-06-13 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.9+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Adds line numbers, syntax highlighting, code folding, and lots more to the theme and plugin editors in the admin panel.
Frequently asked questions
Is Better File Editor a free plugin?
Yes — Better File Editor is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Better File Editor?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is Better File Editor?
As of August 7, 2026, Better File Editor ranks #10389 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Better File Editor last updated?
Better File Editor was last updated on October 18, 2015 (version 2.3.1). It has shipped 9 releases in total.
Who makes Better File Editor?
Better File Editor is developed by Bryan Petty. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in June 2009.
