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WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium
WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium is a WordPress plugin by XplodedThemes that puts a file manager and a code editor inside your dashboard. You can browse, edit, upload and organize site files, then write code with syntax highlighting, PHP validation and automatic backups before each save.
- Version
- 3.5.6
- Released
- Jul 1, 2026
- Developer
- XT Plugins
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 a year on its own
What’s new in WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium 3.5.6
Version 3.5.6 · Jul 1, 2026
Latest
What it does
Editing theme or plugin files usually means opening an FTP client or a separate code editor, then hoping a small typo does not take the site down. This plugin moves that work into the WordPress admin area. You get a file manager for the wp-content folder where you can browse, upload, move, delete, zip and unzip files, plus an editor for changing code without leaving the dashboard.
The editor offers syntax highlighting and auto-completion for multiple languages, tabbed editing for working on several files at once, and PHP validation that checks code before it is saved. Backups are created before changes are saved, and if a save still breaks something, a recovery wizard helps restore the previous version. Pro mode extends access to directories beyond wp-content, and access control limits the tools to authorized users.
Best for
- WordPress developers editing theme and plugin code
- Site administrators who manage files without FTP
- Agencies maintaining several client WordPress sites
Features
File manager in the dashboard
Browse, upload, move and delete files in the wp-content folder directly from the WordPress admin area, without switching to an FTP client.
Code editor with highlighting
Write and edit code with syntax highlighting and auto-completion for multiple programming languages, right next to the files you are managing.
PHP validation before saving
PHP code is checked before it is saved, so syntax errors are caught early instead of breaking the live site.
Backup and restore wizard
Files are backed up before changes are saved, and the recovery wizard helps you restore a previous version if a save causes problems.
Zip and unzip tools
Compress and extract zip files inside the dashboard, which helps when moving groups of files or keeping your own archives.
Drag and drop uploads
Upload files by dragging them into the file manager, a quick way to add media or code assets to the right folder.
Multi-tab editing
Open several files in tabs and switch between them, so you can compare code or edit related files without losing your place.
Pro mode and access control
Pro mode lets you manage directories beyond wp-content, while access control keeps the file manager and editor limited to authorized users.
WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium older versions
- 3.5.2Sep 29, 2025
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium
Which folders can I access with this plugin?
By default the file manager works within the wp-content folder, where themes, plugins and uploads live. Pro mode expands access to additional directories beyond wp-content, giving you more control over the rest of your WordPress installation.
What happens if I save code that breaks my site?
The plugin backs up files before changes are saved, and PHP validation checks code before saving to catch syntax errors. If a broken save still gets through, the recovery wizard helps you restore the previous version to avoid downtime.
Can I edit more than one file at a time?
Yes. The editor supports tabbed editing, so you can keep several files open at once and move between them. This is handy when a change touches a template file and a stylesheet together.
Can other users on my site open the file editor?
The plugin includes access control so that only authorized users can reach the file manager and editor. This helps protect your site files from changes by people who should not be editing them.
Is WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium free?
The code of WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium is this?
Version 3.5.6, released Jul 1, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of WPIDE - File Manager & Code Editor Premium automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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