Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Bar)
Quickly edit any post, page, or custom post type by ID without searching or navigating the dashboard.
Use with caution
Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Quick Edit Post by ID (Admi… stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| admin bar | >100 |
| adminbar | #22 |
| developer-tools | >100 |
| edit post by id | >100 |
| quick edit | >100 |
About Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Bar)
From the official readme · v1.2Description
Quickly edit any post, page, or custom post type by ID without searching or navigating the dashboard.
Just enter an ID in the admin bar and jump straight to the edit screen.
Perfect for developers, admins, and content managers working with large or complex sites.
Key Features:
- Edit posts by ID instantly from anywhere in the admin area
- Adds a simple, non-intrusive field to the WordPress admin bar
- Works with posts, pages, and custom post types
- Speeds up your workflow and improves admin productivity
Whether you’re debugging, managing content, or working with large sites, this plugin provides a quick and efficient way to open any item by its ID.
User Role Note:
- Available to users with the Editor role and above.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin also show IDs in the backend?
No. This plugin is intentionally designed to remain lightweight and focused on a single purpose: quickly accessing content by ID from the admin bar. If you need to view IDs within the WordPress admin interface, there are other plugins available that provide this functionality. Alternatively, you can often find the ID by hovering over an “Edit” link, where it appears in the URL.
Can I contribute?
Yes, contributions are welcome. To help maintain the plugin’s simplicity and focused scope, please open an issue to discuss any proposed changes before submitting a pull request. The source code is available on GitHub: https://github.com/gaelanlloyd/wp-edit-by-id
Changelog
1.2
- Validated support for WordPress 7.0
1.1
Changed plugin name and tags, updated readme, added animated GIF demo screenshot.
1.0
Initial release!
Screenshots
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FAQ
Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Bar): quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 2, 2026
Is Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… free?
Yes. Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… safe to use in 2026?
Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba…?
Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 499 times since it launched in March 2026. It was downloaded 52 times in the last 30 days.
Does Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… work with WordPress 7.1?
Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… 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 Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… need?
Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… last updated?
The latest version, 1.2, was released on July 15, 2026 (3 months ago).
Who makes Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba…?
Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… is developed and maintained by Gaelan Lloyd.
What are the best alternatives to Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba…?
The most popular alternatives to Quick Edit Post by ID (Admin Ba… are Hide Admin Bar Based on Use… (20K+ installs), Hide Admin Bar (20K+ installs) and Hide Admin Bar from Non-Adm… (10K+ installs).
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