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Display Active Plugins First

Active plugins first on the Plugins screen; inactive plugins grouped below.

Overview

Reorders the Plugins screen so active (and network-active) plugins appear first, with inactive plugins grouped below. Adds collapsible “Active Plugins” / “Inactive Plugins” section headings (collapse state saved in the browser). Skips already-filtered views such as Active-only or Must-Use. No settings—enable and open Plugins.

Who is this for?

Sites with long plugin lists where active ones get buried
Agencies scanning client stacks quickly
Anyone replacing a “active plugins first” snippet

Features

Active first sorting

Active/network-active plugins rise to the top.

Inactive grouped below

Clear separation from what’s running.

Collapsible section headings

Collapse prefs saved in localStorage.

Respects filtered views

Doesn’t fight Active/Inactive/MU/Drop-in views.

Zero configuration

No settings panel.

Use Cases

Client plugin audits
See what’s actually active before digging through inactive leftovers.

Incident response
Find the live stack faster when something breaks.

Agency handoffs
Scan the running plugin set at a glance on day one.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Display Active Plugins First do in WP PowerSuite?
It sorts the Plugins screen so active plugins appear first, with inactive plugins grouped below and optional collapsible headings.
How do I enable Display Active Plugins First in WP PowerSuite?
Enable it in the Modules hub, then open Plugins. There is nothing else to configure.
Who should use Display Active Plugins First?
Anyone with long plugin lists who wants the active stack visible first.
Does it change which plugins are active?
No. It only reorders and groups the list display.
Is Display Active Plugins First a free or Pro module in WP PowerSuite?
It is included (free) with WP PowerSuite.