Type-WR
A plugin that adds a simple, customizable typewriter (typing) animation effect to any HTML element on your WordPress site.
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Type-WR shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (20+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Type-WR stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| animation | >100 |
| letter | >100 |
| text | >100 |
| Typewriter | #22 |
| typing | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Type-WR
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
Type-WR allows you to easily implement the popular “typing text” animation effect without writing a single line of JavaScript.
Simply wrap the target text in a shortcode or use a specific CSS class, and the plugin will sequentially display the text character by character, simulating a traditional typewriter.
Key Features:
- Easy Integration: Use the [typewr] shortcode or apply the class ‘typewr-type’.
- Customization: Control typing speed, the presence of a blinking cursor, and the conditions for when to show the animation.
- Lightweight: Minimal JavaScript footprint (typewr-script.js) ensuring fast page load times.
- Compatibility: Works seamlessly with the Block Editor (Gutenberg) and Classic Editor.
Installation
Manual Installation
- Upload the ‘type-wr’ folder to the ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory.
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
Usage
1. Using the Shortcode:
Wrap your content with the shortcode:
[typewr]This text will be typed out letter by letter.[/typewr]
There may be nested tags inside. They will be printed one by one.
[typewr]
<h1>This title will be printed.</h1>
<p>And this paragraph too.</p>
[/typewr]
2. Using a CSS Class :
If you use code add the class ‘typewr-type’ to any HTML element (eg div, h1, h2, h3, pre, p ) on your page or post.
<div class ='typewr-type'>
<h1>This title will be printed letter by letter.</h1>
<p>This text will be typed out letter by letter.</p>
</div>
You can create animation directly in the text
This word will be <span class='typewr-type'>animated</span>.
Setting
You can change the settings in the “Settings” menu: select “Type-WR”.
Available Setting Attributes:
- speed : Time in milliseconds between each character (default: 50).
- cursor : Checkbox – show blinking cursor or not (default: true).
- trigger : When to start animation select “When loading the page” or “When an element appears on the screen” (default: ‘load’)”.
Frequently asked questions
How do I change the speed of the typing or the presence of a blinking cursor?
You can adjust the speed or showing the cursor in the plugin settings page (Settings -> Type-WR).
Does it work with special characters?
Yes, the script handles standard and most UTF-8 characters without issues.
Changelog
This is the first stable release. Please ensure you clear any caching after activation.
1.0.0
- Initial release.
- Added core typing functionality via ‘typewr-script.js’.
- Included shortcode [typewr] and CSS class ‘typewr-type’.
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FAQ
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Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 7, 2026
Is Type-WR free?
Yes. Type-WR is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Type-WR safe to use in 2026?
Type-WR shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Type-WR?
Type-WR is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 420 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 51 times in the last 30 days.
Does Type-WR work with WordPress 7.1?
Type-WR is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Type-WR need?
Type-WR requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Type-WR last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on February 10, 2026 (8 months ago).
Who makes Type-WR?
Type-WR is developed and maintained by petrolytvyn.
What are the best alternatives to Type-WR?
The most popular alternatives to Type-WR are Blocks Animation: CSS Anima… (90K+ installs), Greenshift (70K+ installs) and UiCore Animate (40K+ installs).
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