Shortcodes Ultimate (Paid)
400,000+ active installs · Rated 4.9/5 · Updated October 17, 2026
A plugin for adding tabs, accordions, buttons, sliders, carousels, lightboxes, columns and other content elements through shortcodes, without writing code. A visual generator builds each shortcode and previews it before insertion, and elements work in the block editor, classic editor and widgets. It suits sites wanting richer layouts without a full page builder. A free version is available, and a paid Pro version adds advanced shortcodes and styles.
Pros
- Large set of content shortcodes
- Visual generator with preview
- Works in block editor, classic editor and widgets
Cons
- Extra shortcodes and styles are in the paid Pro version
- Uses the Freemius SDK for licensing and opt-in telemetry
- Video shortcodes embed YouTube, Vimeo and Dailymotion
Topics: Shortcodes plugins
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