Admin Columns
100,000+ active installs · Rated 4.9/5 · Updated October 7, 2026
A plugin for choosing which columns appear in the WordPress admin lists for posts, pages, users, comments and media. Columns can be added, reordered and resized by drag and drop, showing custom fields, taxonomies, featured images and file details. It suits developers, agencies and content-heavy sites that need more useful overview screens. A free version is available, and a paid Pro version adds further features.
Pros
- Add, remove and reorder admin list columns without code
- Works for posts, pages, users, comments and media
- Shows ACF and taxonomy values as columns in the free version
Cons
- Advanced ACF field columns require Admin Columns Pro
- Add-on pages and banners push the paid version
- Only changes admin list screens, nothing on the front end
Topics: Admin Dashboard plugins
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