If you’re dissatisfied with the latest Gutenberg editor on WordPress, reverting to the traditional classic editor is straightforward. Follow these steps to make the switch:
Step 1: Install and Activate Classic Editor Plugin
The first step is to install and activate the Classic Editor plugin. You can find it in the WordPress plugins directory or download it from here. Once you have installed the plugin, go to Plugins > Installed Plugins and activate it.
Step 2: Switch to Classic Editor
After activating the Classic Editor plugin, go to Users > Your Profile. Scroll down to the “Your Profile” section and you will see an option to switch to the classic editor. Check the box next to “Use the classic editor for writing posts and pages.” Save your changes.
Step 3: Confirm the Change
After saving your changes, go to Posts > All Posts or Pages > All Pages. You should see a message at the top of the page confirming that you have switched back to the classic editor. If you don’t see this message, try refreshing the page.
Conclusion
Switching back to the classic editor in WordPress is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. By following these steps, you can easily switch back to the classic editor and continue using it for your posts and pages.