DesignsLabz Tools
A plugin that customizes the WordPress admin by replacing the "Howdy" greeting, renaming "Post" to "Blog Post," adding custom admin footer text, and disabling the theme and plugin file editors.
by DesignsLabz · github.com/team-designslabz/designslabz-tools · website
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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/team-designslabz/designslabz-tools/archive/refs/heads/main.zipDeclares an update source (https://github.com/team-designslabz/designslabz-tools), so updates arrive through the plugin's own updater.
From the readme
DesignsLabz Tools
A lightweight plugin that improves and customizes the WordPress admin experience. Replace “Howdy,” rename “Post” to “Blog Post,” add branded admin footer text, and disable insecure theme/plugin file editors — all in one neat tool.
✨ Features
- Replace “Howdy” in the top admin bar with a friendlier message like “Logged in as”
- Rename “Post” to “Blog Post” in the admin menu and post screens
- Add a custom footer message in the WordPress admin
- Disable the theme and plugin file editors for better security
- Clean and modern plugin structure using PHP OOP
- Follows WordPress coding standards
🚀 Requirements
- WordPress 6.1 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
📦 Installation
1. Upload the plugin to your /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the Plugins → Installed Plugins screen.
3. You’re done! All changes apply automatically with no extra setup.
🔐 Why Use This Plugin?
These minor tweaks improve branding, user experience, and security. Ideal for client sites where you want a polished backend and reduced risks from direct file editing.
❓ FAQ
🔹 Can I revert these changes?
Yes. Just deactivate the plugin and everything will return to defau