Title: Highland Software Embed and Link Buttons for PDF Embedder Author: jgrodgers Published: May 27, 2026 Last modified: June 30, 2026 --- Search plugins ![](https://ps.w.org/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/assets/ banner-772x250.png?rev=3551079) ![](https://ps.w.org/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/assets/ icon-256x256.png?rev=3551078) # Highland Software Embed and Link Buttons for PDF Embedder By [jgrodgers](https://profiles.wordpress.org/jgrodgers/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder.1.1.0.zip) * [Details](https://wordpress.org/plugins/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/#description) * [Reviews](https://wordpress.org/plugins/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/#reviews) * [Installation](https://wordpress.org/plugins/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/#installation) * [Development](https://wordpress.org/plugins/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/) ## Description Highland Software Embed and Link Buttons for PDF Embedder enhances the functionality of the PDF Embedder plugin by giving editors control over how PDFs are inserted into content. Instead of automatically embedding every PDF, this plugin adds simple TinyMCE buttons that allow users to choose: * Embed the PDF using the PDF Embedder viewer * Insert a direct link to the PDF file This improves flexibility, usability, and content control—especially for editors working in custom themes or classic editor environments. ### Features * Adds TinyMCE buttons for: - Embed PDF - Link PDF * Uses the native WordPress media modal * Displays the PDF title or filename as link text * Fully compatible with the Classic Editor * No modifications required to the original PDF Embedder plugin * Lightweight and developer-friendly ### Requirements * WordPress 5.8 or higher * PHP 7.4 or higher * PDF Embedder plugin installed and active ## Screenshots [⌊TinyMCE toolbar with Embed PDF and Link PDF buttons⌉⌊TinyMCE toolbar with Embed PDF and Link PDF buttons⌉[ TinyMCE toolbar with Embed PDF and Link PDF buttons [⌊Media modal for selecting a PDF⌉⌊Media modal for selecting a PDF⌉[ Media modal for selecting a PDF [⌊Example of embedded PDF vs linked PDF⌉⌊Example of embedded PDF vs linked PDF⌉[ Example of embedded PDF vs linked PDF ## Installation 1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/highland-software-embed-and- link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/` directory 2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress 3. Ensure the PDF Embedder plugin is installed and active 4. Open the editor and use the new “Embed PDF” or “Link PDF” buttons ## FAQ ### Does this replace the PDF Embedder plugin? No. This is an add-on that enhances the PDF Embedder plugin. ### Does this work with Gutenberg? This plugin is designed for TinyMCE (Classic Editor or custom editors using wp_editor). ### Can I customize the link text? The plugin automatically uses the PDF title or filename. You can modify this behavior in the code if needed. ## Reviews There are no reviews for this plugin. ## Contributors & Developers “Highland Software Embed and Link Buttons for PDF Embedder” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin. Contributors * [ jgrodgers ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/jgrodgers/) [Translate “Highland Software Embed and Link Buttons for PDF Embedder” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder) ### Interested in development? [Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/), check out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/), or subscribe to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/) by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss). ## Changelog #### 1.1.0 * Added custom toolbar icons for PDF Embed and PDF Link TinyMCE buttons. * Replaced text-based editor buttons with custom branded icon buttons. * Added new Highland Software styled button assets with dark red background and gold icon styling. * Improved editor toolbar visual consistency for PDF insertion actions. * Added plugin asset localization to support dynamic icon loading. * Updated JavaScript button registration to use custom PNG icon assets instead of text labels. * Improved overall user experience when inserting PDF Embedder shortcodes or direct PDF links. * General code cleanup and version update. #### 1.0.0 * Initial release * Added TinyMCE buttons for embed and link modes * Integrated with PDF Embedder via filter ## Meta * Version **1.1.0** * Last updated **4 weeks ago** * Active installations **Fewer than 10** * WordPress version ** 5.8 or higher ** * Tested up to **7.0.2** * PHP version ** 7.4 or higher ** * Tags * [documents](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/documents/)[editor](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/editor/) [embed](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/embed/)[pdf](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/pdf/) [tinyMCE](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/tinymce/) * [Advanced View](https://wordpress.org/plugins/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/advanced/) ## Ratings No reviews have been submitted yet. [Your review](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/reviews/#new-post) [See all reviews](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/reviews/) ## Contributors * [ jgrodgers ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/jgrodgers/) ## Support Got something to say? Need help? [View support forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/highland-software-embed-and-link-buttons-for-pdf-embedder/)