Quick Admin Notes
Quick Admin Notes adds a simple, lightweight note-taking widget to your WordPress dashboard. Perfect for administrators who need to keep track of reminders, to-dos, or important information without leaving the admin panel.
by Nebu John · github.com/nebujohn/quick-admin-notes · website
Install
No release zip yet. The repository archive installs, but the folder name will carry the branch suffix and updates will not flow:
wp plugin install https://github.com/nebujohn/quick-admin-notes/archive/refs/heads/main.zipAdd multiple note cards to your WordPress dashboard for quick reminders, to-dos, and team messages.
Description
Quick Admin Notes adds a simple, lightweight note-taking widget to your WordPress dashboard. Perfect for administrators who need to keep track of reminders, to-dos, or important information without leaving the admin panel.
Features:
- Private by default: Notes are visible only to the author
- Share notes: Easily share specific notes with other administrators
- Multiple note cards on your dashboard
- Add, edit, and delete notes easily
- Auto-save functionality (saves 1.5 seconds after typing stops)
- Clean, minimal interface
- Lightweight and fast
- No external dependencies
Use Cases:
- Track website maintenance tasks
- Keep client communication notes
- Store important passwords or credentials temporarily
- Create quick to-do lists
- Leave notes for other administrators
Installation
- Upload the
quick-admin-notesfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory - Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
- Go to your Dashboard to see the "Quick Admin Notes" widget
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can see the notes?
Only users with administrator capabilities (manage_options) can view and edit notes.
Where are notes stored?
Notes are stored securely in your WordPress options table.
Can I share notes with other admins?
Yes, all administrators on the same site can see and edit the notes.
Will notes be deleted if I deactivate the plugin?
No, notes are preserved. They will only be deleted if you uninstall the plugin completely.
Screenshots
- Quick Admin Notes widget on the WordPress dashboard
- Adding a new note card
- Multiple note cards with different content
Changelog
1.2.0
- New: Note visibility control (private by default)
- New: Share notes with other administrators
- Improved: UI/UX for note actions
- Fix: Removed unused assets
1.1.0
- Added multiple note card support
- Improved auto-save functionality
- Added delete confirmation
- Enhanced UI/UX with better styling
- Added empty state message
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Single textarea note functionality
Upgrade Notice
1.1.0
Major update with multiple note cards support. Your existing notes will be preserved.