How to Display Active Plugins First in WordPress?

Updated On : March 31, 2026By : Reading Time : 1 minute

Key Takeaways

  • Nexter Extension (Free) and Nexter Extension (Pro) plugins reorder the plugin list to display active plugins first on WordPress sites.
  • Users enable the Display Active Plugins First toggle in the Nexter Extension Pro settings to prioritize active plugins.
  • Active plugins appear at the top of the plugin page after adjusting settings in the WordPress Dashboard under Nexter > Extensions > Admin Interface.
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Do you want to quickly see which plugins are actively running on your WordPress site? By default, WordPress lists all plugins alphabetically, mixing active and inactive plugins together. This can make it challenging to identify which plugins are currently in use. Reordering the plugin list to display active plugins first can help you manage your site more efficiently.

With the Nexter Extension (Free) and Nexter Extension (Pro) plugins, you can easily display active plugins first on your WordPress site. 

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How to Display Active Plugins First with the Nexter Extension Pro?

To display active plugins first in the WordPress plugin page with Nexter Extension Pro, from the WordPress Dashboard, go to Nexter > Extensions > Admin Interface.

Then go to the Display Active Plugins First section and enable the toggle.

enable display active plugins first new

Now you’ll see all the active plugins showing on top of the list in the plugin page.

<i>CMO at POSIMYTH Innovations<br></i> <i>6+ Years of Experience</i><br><br> He has spent years in the WordPress ecosystem building, breaking, and optimizing sites until they actually perform. He works at the intersection of speed, growth, and usability, helping creators ship websites that load fast and convert. An active WordPress community contributor sharing through tools, tutorials, and direct collaboration. Tested practice, not theory.

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