# Melonpan Block – Code

> Melonpan Block – Code has 10+ active installs and 78 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Melonpan Block – Code shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**Block to display code, with highlighted syntax, which can be copied to the clipboard.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,469
- **Downloads (30 days):** 78 (+95% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 2.0.3
- **Last updated:** Mar 2, 2021
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.6.22
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.5+, PHP 7.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Alvaro (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/melonpan/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/melonpan-block-code/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block/) | >100 | 1,009 |
| [block-editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block-editor/) | >100 | 360 |
| [code](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/code/) | >100 | 228 |
| [prism](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/prism/) | #7 | 12 |
| [syntax highlighting](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/syntax-highlighting/) | #14 | 32 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block | >100 | 10,000 |
| block-editor | >100 | 10,000 |
| code | >100 | 10,000 |
| prism | #45 | 66 |
| syntax highlighting | >100 | 353 |

## Version adoption

- 2.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Spectra Legacy – Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,871) | Oct 9, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 2 | [Breadcrumb NavXT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breadcrumb-navxt/) | 800K+ | 4.6/5 (132) | Aug 29, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [PDF Embedder – PDF Viewer & Embed PDF Files for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-embedder/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (526) | Aug 14, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 4 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 5 | [Crowdsignal Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/crowdsignal-forms/) | 200K+ | 5/5 (3) | Oct 8, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 6 | [Content Views – Post Grid & Filter (Shortcode, Blocks, Elementor Widgets)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-views-query-and-display-post-page/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (333) | Aug 31, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Email Address Encoder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-address-encoder/) | 100K+ | 4.2/5 (160) | Apr 12, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Sitemap – Responsive HTML Sitemap for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-sitemap/) | 60K+ | 3.9/5 (72) | Oct 2, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Flexible Table Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexible-table-block/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (34) | Jul 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Genesis Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/genesis-blocks/) | 40K+ | 3.7/5 (24) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Melonpan Block – Code free?
Yes. Melonpan Block – Code is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Melonpan Block – Code safe to use in 2026?
Melonpan Block – Code shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Melonpan Block – Code?
Melonpan Block – Code is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,469 times since it launched in August 2019. It was downloaded 78 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Melonpan Block – Code work with WordPress 7.1?
Melonpan Block – Code is officially tested up to WordPress 5.6.22, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Melonpan Block – Code need?
Melonpan Block – Code requires PHP 7.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Melonpan Block – Code last updated?
The latest version, 2.0.3, was released on March 2, 2021 (6 years ago).

### Who makes Melonpan Block – Code?
Melonpan Block – Code is developed and maintained by Alvaro.

### What are the best alternatives to Melonpan Block – Code?
The most popular alternatives to Melonpan Block – Code are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).


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