Power Code Editor
Enables syntax highlighting in the integrated source code editors. Supports PHP, HTML, CSS and JS.
The facts
- Active installs
- 200+
- Price
- Free
- Last updated
- 4 Mar 2010
- Added
- Dec 2009
- Requires WP
- 2.6
- Tested up to
- WP 2.9.2
- Downloads
- 18,566
Our analysis
AI-assistedPower Code Editor is a WordPress plugin designed to enhance the editing experience of themes and plugins directly through a browser. It enables syntax highlighting for PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in WordPress' built-in source code editors, making it easier to work with code. This plugin is suitable for users who need to edit code without access to a local development environment.
The plugin operates entirely on the client side using JavaScript and supports various browsers, including Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari, Opera, and Chrome. It is useful for web developers or site administrators who prefer to manage code directly within the WordPress dashboard.
Best for: Web developers or site administrators who need to edit code in WordPress directly from a browser.
What it does well
- ✓Enables syntax highlighting for multiple programming languages
- ✓Works within WordPress' integrated source code editors
- ✓Client-side processing with JavaScript
- ✓Supports a range of web browsers
Where it falls short
- •Last updated in March 2010, may not be compatible with newer WordPress versions
- •Directory score of 39/100 indicates potential issues
- •Limited information available on features and performance
Verdict
Power Code Editor provides basic syntax highlighting for code editing in WordPress, but its outdated status and low directory score may limit its effectiveness for modern users.
From the developer
mayel2b's own description of Power Code Editor, lightly tidied.
Helps you more effectively edit your themes or plugins when you only have access to a browser, by enabling syntax highlighting in WordPress’ integrated source code editors. Supports PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
Please provide any feedback at http://anetech.eu/power-code-editor/
Everything is done in JavaScript on the client side.
At this time, the following browsers are supported:
* Firefox 1.5 or higher
* Internet Explorer 6 or higher
* Safari 3 or higher
* Opera 9.52 or higher
* Chrome
Licensed under the GNU GPL v2.
Uses the excellent CodeMirror JS library :
http://marijn.haverbeke.nl/codemirror/