How to Restore the Classic Editor in WordPress

If your WordPress website was created several years ago, you may notice that after updating WordPress to a newer version, the content editor has changed.

Modern versions of WordPress use the Gutenberg Editor, a block-based editing system that allows content to be created using individual content blocks.

While Gutenberg offers many advanced features, some users prefer the traditional WordPress editor. If you would like to restore the classic editing experience, you can do so by installing the Classic Editor plugin.

Installing the Classic Editor Plugin

Step 1

Log in to your WordPress administration panel.

Step 2

From the left-hand menu, navigate to:

Plugins → Add New

Step 3

In the search box located in the upper-right corner, type:

Classic Editor

Step 4

When the plugin appears in the search results, click:

Install Now

Step 5

After the installation is complete, click:

Activate

Plugin Configuration

In most cases, no additional configuration is required.

Once activated, the Classic Editor plugin automatically restores the traditional WordPress editor and replaces the default Gutenberg editor for creating and editing posts and pages.

Optional Settings

If you would like to customize how the plugin behaves, navigate to:

Settings → Writing

From there, you can choose whether to:

• Use the Classic Editor by default
• Allow users to switch between Classic Editor and Gutenberg
• Disable Gutenberg completely

Benefits of Using the Classic Editor

The Classic Editor may be a good choice if:

• You are familiar with the traditional WordPress editing experience.
• Your website was built before Gutenberg was introduced.
• Certain themes or plugins work better with the classic editor.
• You prefer a simpler editing interface.

Summary

To restore the classic WordPress editing experience:

1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
2. Go to Plugins → Add New.
3. Search for Classic Editor.
4. Click Install Now and then Activate.

Once activated, the traditional WordPress editor will be available again, allowing you to create and edit content using the familiar interface.