What is a “Readme” in the WordPress Plugin Directory?
Learn what the readme.txt is in WordPress plugins, why it drives your .org listing, and how a strong readme boosts discoverability and trust.
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What is the WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg)?
The WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg) replaces the old editor with a block-based system. Learn why it matters for content, plugins, and Full Site Editing.
What does “Active Installs” mean in the WordPress plugin directory?
Learn what “Active Installs” means in WordPress plugins, why the numbers are rounded, and how they signal trust and adoption.
What is Time to Value?
Time to Value and its use and impact for WordPress plugins.
How to Find your Parent Theme’s Handle
You need the parent handle to target if you’re loading CSS via a plugin. Here’s how to find it.