Category Checklist Tree
Preserves the category hierarchy on the post editing screen
The facts
- Rating
- 5★ from 23
- Active installs
- 5k+
- Price
- Free
- Last updated
- 28 Nov 2017
- Added
- Nov 2009
- Requires WP
- 3.4
- Tested up to
- WP 3.7.41
- Downloads
- 140,470
Our analysis
AI-assistedCategory Checklist Tree is a WordPress plugin designed to modify the category selection interface on the post editing screen. It removes the display of checked categories at the top, which disrupts the category hierarchy, and automatically scrolls to the first checked category. This plugin can also work with custom taxonomies.
This plugin is suitable for users who need a more organised way to manage categories during post editing, particularly those who work with multiple categories or custom taxonomies.
Best for: This plugin suits WordPress users who frequently edit posts with multiple categories.
What it does well
- ✓Removes checked categories from the top of the post editing screen
- ✓Maintains the original category hierarchy
- ✓Automatically scrolls to the first checked category
- ✓Compatible with custom taxonomies
- ✓Free to use from the WordPress.org directory
Where it falls short
- •Last updated in November 2017
- •Tested only up to WordPress version 3.7.41
- •Limited information on additional features or support
Verdict
Category Checklist Tree addresses a specific issue in category management during post editing. However, its age and limited updates may be a concern for some users.
From the developer
scribu's own description of Category Checklist Tree, lightly tidied.
On the post editing screen, after saving a post, you will notice that the checked categories are displayed on top, breaking the category hierarchy. This plugin removes that “feature”.
Additionally, it automatically scrolls to the first checked category.
Works with custom taxonomies too.
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