# Caledros Typewriter Animator

> Caledros Typewriter Animator has <10 active installs and 39 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Caledros Typewriter Animator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**Adds a custom typewriter animation block to the WordPress Gutenberg editor.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 345
- **Downloads (30 days):** 39 (+62.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** May 21, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.9+, PHP 8.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** David Arnado (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/darnado/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/caledros-typewriter-animator/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block-editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block-editor/) | >100 | 354 |
| [custom blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-blocks/) | #18 | 22 |
| [gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg/) | >100 | 1,294 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block-editor | >100 | 9,679 |
| custom blocks | >100 | 10,000 |
| gutenberg | >100 | 7,836 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Classic Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/classic-editor/) | 8M+ | 4.9/5 (1,248) | May 28, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 2 | [Advanced Editor Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tinymce-advanced/) | 1M+ | 4.5/5 (354) | Aug 26, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 3 | [Disable Gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-gutenberg/) | 500K+ | 5/5 (735) | Jul 18, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [Shortcodes Ultimate – Content Elements](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shortcodes-ultimate/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (5,924) | Sep 25, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 5 | [Gutenberg Essential Blocks – Page Builder for Gutenberg Blocks & Patterns](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/essential-blocks/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (214) | Oct 5, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 6 | [GutenKit – Page Builder Blocks, Patterns, and Templates for Gutenberg Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gutenkit-blocks-addon/) | 80K+ | 4.5/5 (47) | Sep 27, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 7 | [Better Font Awesome](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/better-font-awesome/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (88) | Sep 10, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 8 | [Spectra Blocks – AI Website Builder for the Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/spectra-blocks/) | 50K+ | 4.7/5 (47) | Oct 5, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Ultimate Blocks – 25+ Gutenberg Blocks for Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-blocks/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (729) | Sep 23, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 10 | [Gutenverse – WordPress Blocks, Page Builder & Site Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gutenverse/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (190) | Sep 24, 2026 | 94/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Caledros Typewriter Animator free?
Yes. Caledros Typewriter Animator is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Caledros Typewriter Animator safe to use in 2026?
Caledros Typewriter Animator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Caledros Typewriter Animator?
Caledros Typewriter Animator is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 345 times since it launched in January 2026. It was downloaded 39 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Caledros Typewriter Animator work with WordPress 7.1?
Caledros Typewriter Animator is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Caledros Typewriter Animator need?
Caledros Typewriter Animator requires PHP 8.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Caledros Typewriter Animator last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on May 21, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes Caledros Typewriter Animator?
Caledros Typewriter Animator is developed and maintained by David Arnado.

### What are the best alternatives to Caledros Typewriter Animator?
The most popular alternatives to Caledros Typewriter Animator are Classic Editor (8M+ installs), Advanced Editor Tools (1M+ installs) and Disable Gutenberg (500K+ installs).


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