Advanced Block Controls (ABC) — Core Blocks Page Builder and Full Site Editing Toolkit

Reviewers like that it extends the core blocks instead of piling on new ones, and they call out the responsive visibility controls, the light inline CSS, and quick support from the Pro team.

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Directory searches this plugin turns up in, and which way each one is moving. WordPress.org publishes no history of search positions, so this starts the day we first tracked a keyword and never backfills.

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5 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 3 listed. 2 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words). 3 of its tags aren't in the top 24 for their own search.

Directory rank

Ranked about #17,400 to #18,100, alongside the other plugins at 80+ installs. Plugins with the same install count swap places between wp.org requests, so this is where most of them sit. Checked monthly, last on 21 Oct 2026.

How often this plugin actually ships. A steady rhythm is the maintenance signal a single "last updated" date can't show.

Share of active installs on each version of this plugin · 100% run the current release. Green is the current release; a big slice on older versions is a user base that has stopped updating.

Crossed into this band 19 days ago and a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, so the real count is still just over 80.

At the current install trend, crossing 90+ in roughly 88 days.

1. ★★★★★ Muhammad Muhsin

   1.7y ago

   Thank you for this! I just tried the plugin. The controls for toggling the different design elements are fantastic. Some will eventually be added to Core, but some custom blocks still need them.

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2. ★★★★★ Vince LaRue

   1.8y ago

   Basic responsive controls (visibility per device) are missing from core blocks, which is probably the dumbest thing ever in this mobile-first world. This plugin effortlessly fixed this egregious oversight.

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3. ★★★★★ drogaodwaznych

   1.9y ago

   I’m using the plugin in the Pro version, and I must admit, it’s one of the better choices I’ve made. It’s a tool like any other, and everyone uses it according to their needs. What truly sets ABC Pro apart is the support—it’s one of the best I’ve encountered, and trust me, I use quite a few plugins. They are focused on solving problems and respond incredibly quickly. Hats off to them! Additionally, the functionality provided in the Pro version is both robust and intuitive, making it a perfect fit for professionals and beginners alike. The development team clearly understands the user experience, ensuring the plugin integrates seamlessly with other tools. Their dedication to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction truly elevates ABC Pro above its competitors. Highly recommended!

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4. ★★★★★ Aguilar1181

   2.1y ago

   One of the reasons a block add-on is needed with default blocks is because the core blocks lack more than the basic settings. This plugin fixes that, and it is great. No need for an expensive blocks add-on anymore. The free version is more than enough, but the PRO version is even better. Also, many block add-ons load assets — CSS mainly — which can lead to compatibility issues. This plugin loads only the necessary CSS inline, which makes it easier to integrate with other builders such as Bricks. This topic was modified 1 year, 9 months ago by Aguilar1181.

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5. ★★★★★ Andreas Pedersen

   2.2y ago

   Nice to finally see someone not building tons of blocks, but using the native blocks and adding features to them – This is a well plugin, and also it dosn’t harm the performance at all, which is perfect!

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6. ★★★★★ vikasg1970

   2.2y ago

   The plugin does not work with Multisite. This topic was modified 1 year, 11 months ago by vikasg1970. Reason: After the update, the Plugin is working as intended

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Growth timeline

Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow

1. 2026-10-12 70+ → 80+ up after 110 days in tier
2. 2026-06-24 60+ → 70+ up after 1 days in tier
3. 2026-06-23 70+ → 60+ down after 12 days in tier
4. 2026-06-11 60+ → 70+ up after 1 days in tier
5. 2026-06-10 70+ → 60+ down after 1 days in tier
6. 2026-06-09 60+ → 70+ up after 1 days in tier
7. 2026-06-08 70+ → 60+ down after 3 days in tier
8. 2026-06-05 60+ → 70+ up after 8 days in tier

Competes with

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Advanced Block Controls (ABC) — Core Blocks Page Builder and Full Site Editing Toolkit: 80+ active installs, 5.0★ (6 reviews). Plugin Pulse (WP Mayor), as of 2026-10-31. https://plugins.wpmayor.com/plugin/advanced-block-controls