Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering)
5★ (26 ratings) · Current rank #5389
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- Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering) currently ranks #5389 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.5.2, shipped on May 19, 2026 (81 days ago) — release #20 since the plugin joined the directory in 2019.
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Details
| Author | Weston Ruter |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.5.2 |
| Versions released | 20 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-19 |
| Added to directory | 2019-07-30 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Extending the Code block with syntax highlighting rendered on the server, thus being AMP-compatible and having faster frontend performance.
Frequently asked questions
Is Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering) a free plugin?
Yes — Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering) is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering)?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering)?
As of August 7, 2026, Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering) ranks #5389 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering) last updated?
Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering) was last updated on May 19, 2026 (version 1.5.2). It has shipped 20 releases in total.
Who makes Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering)?
Syntax-highlighting Code Block (with Server-side Rendering) is developed by Weston Ruter. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in July 2019.
