# TinyMCE Code Formatting

> TinyMCE Code Formatting has 70+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 109 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 32/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** TinyMCE Code Formatting shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

**The Pre button toggles the preformatted style on the selected text or the current line (applies tag to blocks). The Code button toggles the code style on the selected text or the current word (applies tag to inline…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 70+
- **Total downloads:** 4,556
- **Downloads (30 days):** 109 (+43.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 32/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Apr 14, 2015
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.1.42
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** mortalis (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mortalis/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/tinymce-code-formatting/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/button/) | #65 | 241 |
| [editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/editor/) | >100 | 581 |
| [formatting](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/formatting/) | #40 | 125 |
| [shortcut](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcut/) | #5 | 22 |
| [tinyMCE](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/tinymce/) | #85 | 173 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| button | >100 | 10,000 |
| editor | >100 | 10,000 |
| formatting | >100 | 3,076 |
| shortcut | >100 | 1,219 |
| tinyMCE | >100 | 1,157 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [AddQuicktag](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/addquicktag/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (44) | Oct 1, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [WP Edit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-edit/) | 40K+ | 4/5 (159) | Oct 15, 2018 | 43/100 |
| 3 | [Forget About Shortcode Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/forget-about-shortcode-buttons/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (69) | Nov 4, 2024 | 38/100 |
| 4 | [jQuery Pin It Button for Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jquery-pin-it-button-for-images/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (305) | Oct 1, 2020 | 45/100 |
| 5 | [Scroll Back To Top](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scroll-back-to-top/) | 10K+ | 4.2/5 (56) | Nov 28, 2017 | 43/100 |
| 6 | [Add to Cart Button Custom Text](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/add-to-cart-button-custom-text/) | 9K+ | 4.6/5 (12) | Nov 8, 2025 | 54/100 |
| 7 | [Custom Add To Cart Button for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woo-custom-add-to-cart-button/) | 9K+ | 3.9/5 (8) | Mar 24, 2025 | 40/100 |
| 8 | [Easy Media Download](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-media-download/) | 9K+ | 4/5 (28) | Aug 23, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 9 | [Magic Content & CTA Box Builder – Advanced Gutenberg Blocks for Flexible Page Sections, Headers, Buttons, Shape Dividers, and Layout Options](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/magic-content-box-lite/) | 5K+ | — | Dec 10, 2025 | 33/100 |
| 10 | [Back To The Top Button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/back-to-the-top-button/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (27) | Aug 13, 2026 | 85/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is TinyMCE Code Formatting free?
Yes. TinyMCE Code Formatting is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is TinyMCE Code Formatting safe to use in 2026?
TinyMCE Code Formatting shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use TinyMCE Code Formatting?
TinyMCE Code Formatting is active on 70+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,556 times since it launched in April 2015. It was downloaded 109 times in the last 30 days.

### Does TinyMCE Code Formatting work with WordPress 7.1?
TinyMCE Code Formatting is officially tested up to WordPress 4.1.42, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was TinyMCE Code Formatting last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on April 14, 2015 (11 years ago).

### Who makes TinyMCE Code Formatting?
TinyMCE Code Formatting is developed and maintained by mortalis.

### What are the best alternatives to TinyMCE Code Formatting?
The most popular alternatives to TinyMCE Code Formatting are AddQuicktag (100K+ installs), WP Edit (40K+ installs) and Forget About Shortcode Butt… (20K+ installs).


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