List categories
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About
Simple plugin to display categories in any post or page with a shortcode.
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What It Does
List Categories is a lightweight WordPress plugin that lets you output a list of your site's categories on any post or page using a simple shortcode. It is built for users who want a quick way to display category links without editing theme files. There is no admin interface beyond installing the plugin and dropping the shortcode into the editor.
Who It's For
This plugin suits small site owners who need a no-frills way to display category lists inside posts or pages, such as bloggers, hobby sites, or simple directories. It works best for people comfortable with a single shortcode and who do not need filtering, custom ordering, or styling controls. If your site only has a handful of categories and you want a one-line solution, this fits.
Who Should Skip It
Anyone who needs sorting options, custom taxonomy support, exclude lists, or visual styling controls should skip this plugin and choose a more capable alternative. Larger sites with many categories or complex editorial needs will outgrow its feature set quickly.
The Bottom Line
List Categories does one small thing and appears to do it well, with a fresh update and strong user ratings despite a tiny install base. The lack of any support history and missing feature depth hold it back from a higher overall score. It is a reasonable pick for trivial use cases, but most users will be better served by List category posts, which handles a similar job with far more flexibility.
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