{"id":318360,"date":"2026-06-11T18:47:19","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T18:47:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/smartfiles\/"},"modified":"2026-06-11T18:47:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T18:47:01","slug":"maca-downlist","status":"publish","type":"plugin","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/maca-downlist\/","author":23505253,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"version":"1.6.4","stable_tag":"1.6.4","tested":"7.0","requires":"6.0","requires_php":"7.4","requires_plugins":null,"header_name":"maca DownList","header_author":"maca development","header_description":"Create downloadable file lists with thumbnails, shortcode, and Gutenberg block. Grid or list layout; organize files into lists.","assets_banners_color":"020b15","last_updated":"2026-06-11 18:47:01","external_support_url":"","external_repository_url":"","donate_link":"","header_plugin_uri":"https:\/\/maca.se\/maca-downlist\/","header_author_uri":"https:\/\/maca.se\/","rating":0,"author_block_rating":0,"active_installs":0,"downloads":32,"num_ratings":0,"support_threads":0,"support_threads_resolved":0,"author_block_count":0,"sections":["description","installation","faq","changelog"],"tags":{"1.6.4":{"tag":"1.6.4","author":"macas","date":"2026-06-11 18:47:01"}},"upgrade_notice":{"1.6.4":"

Readme and plugin URI updated; product page at maca.se\/maca-downlist.<\/p>","1.6.3":"

Plugin Check compliance fixes.<\/p>","1.6.2":"

Fixes missing Swedish (and other) translations in wp-admin.<\/p>","1.6.1":"

Settings page simplified (org build).<\/p>","1.6.0":"

WordPress.org compliance: full feature set in this package; no trialware.<\/p>","1.5.0":"

Renamed to maca DownList (slug maca-downlist); formerly mc-smartfiles.<\/p>","1.4.1":"

Renamed to maca DownList (slug mc-smartfiles) for WordPress.org directory.<\/p>","1.4.0":"

WordPress.org compliance: no trialware in directory build, opt-in front-end credit.<\/p>","1.3.3":"

Header URIs fixed for WordPress.org plugin review.<\/p>","1.3.2":"

Further Plugin Check fixes (FFmpeg, CAPTCHA enqueue, readme length).<\/p>","1.3.1":"

Compatibility and Plugin Check fixes for WordPress.org submission.<\/p>","1.3.0":"

Lists screen uses a dedicated admin page for adding lists (same pattern as Settings).<\/p>","1.2.0":"

Further fix for list-create redirect issues; site check tool for comparing installations.<\/p>","1.1.9":"

Fix for \u201cheaders already sent\u201d when creating a list in admin on some hosts.<\/p>","1.1.8":"

Fix for blank admin screen when adding a list on some server configurations.<\/p>","1.1.7":"

Fix for blank admin screen when adding a new list.<\/p>","1.1.6":"

Fix for blank admin screen when adding a new list.<\/p>","1.1.5":"

Readme and user guide updates.<\/p>","1.1.0":"

Comments, auto thumbnails, download tracking, link appearance settings, and expanded translations.<\/p>","1.0.0":"

Initial release.<\/p>"},"ratings":[],"assets_icons":{"icon-128x128.png":{"filename":"icon-128x128.png","revision":3569367,"resolution":"128x128","location":"assets","locale":"","width":128,"height":128},"icon-256x256.png":{"filename":"icon-256x256.png","revision":3569367,"resolution":"256x256","location":"assets","locale":"","width":256,"height":256}},"assets_banners":{"banner-772x250.png":{"filename":"banner-772x250.png","revision":3569367,"resolution":"772x250","location":"assets","locale":"","width":772,"height":264}},"assets_blueprints":{},"all_blocks":{"maca-downlist\/file-list":{"name":"maca-downlist\/file-list","title":"maca DownList List"},"smartfiles\/file-list":{"name":"smartfiles\/file-list","title":"Smartfiles File List"}},"tagged_versions":["1.6.4"],"block_files":[],"assets_screenshots":{"screenshot-1.png":{"filename":"screenshot-1.png","revision":3569367,"resolution":"1","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1200,"height":900},"screenshot-2.png":{"filename":"screenshot-2.png","revision":3569367,"resolution":"2","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1200,"height":900},"screenshot-3.png":{"filename":"screenshot-3.png","revision":3569657,"resolution":"3","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1200,"height":900},"screenshot-4.png":{"filename":"screenshot-4.png","revision":3569657,"resolution":"4","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1200,"height":900},"screenshot-5.png":{"filename":"screenshot-5.png","revision":3569657,"resolution":"5","location":"assets","locale":"","width":1200,"height":900}},"screenshots":{"1":"

File list on the front end (list layout)<\/p>","2":"

Edit file screen in wp-admin (Media Library file and thumbnail)<\/p>","3":"

maca DownList Settings (default layout and optional front-end credit)<\/p>","4":"

maca DownList Lists page with shortcode copy field<\/p>","5":"

maca DownList guide page<\/p>"}},"plugin_section":[],"plugin_tags":[9054,5440,43642,88,142836],"plugin_category":[],"plugin_contributors":[266726],"plugin_business_model":[],"class_list":["post-318360","plugin","type-plugin","status-publish","hentry","plugin_tags-documents","plugin_tags-downloads","plugin_tags-file-list","plugin_tags-files","plugin_tags-secure-downloads","plugin_contributors-macas","plugin_committers-macas"],"banners":{"banner":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/maca-downlist\/assets\/banner-772x250.png?rev=3569367","banner_2x":false,"banner_rtl":false,"banner_2x_rtl":false},"icons":{"svg":false,"icon":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/maca-downlist\/assets\/icon-128x128.png?rev=3569367","icon_2x":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/maca-downlist\/assets\/icon-256x256.png?rev=3569367","generated":false},"screenshots":[{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/maca-downlist\/assets\/screenshot-1.png?rev=3569367","caption":"

File list on the front end (list layout)<\/p>"},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/maca-downlist\/assets\/screenshot-2.png?rev=3569367","caption":"

Edit file screen in wp-admin (Media Library file and thumbnail)<\/p>"},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/maca-downlist\/assets\/screenshot-3.png?rev=3569657","caption":"

maca DownList Settings (default layout and optional front-end credit)<\/p>"},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/maca-downlist\/assets\/screenshot-4.png?rev=3569657","caption":"

maca DownList Lists page with shortcode copy field<\/p>"},{"src":"https:\/\/ps.w.org\/maca-downlist\/assets\/screenshot-5.png?rev=3569657","caption":"

maca DownList guide page<\/p>"}],"raw_content":"\n

Developed by maca development<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

maca DownList helps you publish downloadable file lists<\/strong> on your WordPress site. Organize files into lists, show them in a grid or list layout, and let visitors download files through tracked links.<\/p>\n\n

Unlimited lists, Media Library files, shortcode and block, PDF view\/download buttons, and an opt-in front-end credit line. More information: maca DownList<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

Features<\/h4>\n\n
    \n

  • Unlimited<\/strong> file lists<\/p><\/li>\n

  • Unlimited files<\/strong> with title, description, manual thumbnail, and download file (Media Library)<\/p><\/li>\n

  • File type<\/strong> label with icon on the front end<\/p><\/li>\n

  • Optional More information<\/strong> link per file<\/p><\/li>\n

  • PDF<\/strong> files: View<\/strong> (browser) and Download<\/strong> buttons<\/p><\/li>\n

  • Media Library picker for download files and thumbnails in admin<\/p><\/li>\n

  • Grid<\/strong> or list<\/strong> layout (default under maca DownList \u2192 Settings<\/strong>)<\/p><\/li>\n

  • Shortcode: [maca_downlist list=\"your-list-slug\"]<\/code> or [maca_downlist]<\/code> to show all lists grouped<\/p><\/li>\n

  • maca DownList List<\/strong> Gutenberg block<\/p><\/li>\n

  • List display heading and intro text per list<\/p><\/li>\n

  • Built-in multilingual user guide<\/strong> in admin (eight languages)<\/p><\/li>\n

  • Admin and front-end translations: English, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian (Bokm\u00e5l), Finnish, German, French, Spanish<\/p><\/li>\n

  • Optional Powered by maca DownList<\/strong> credit on front-end lists (opt-in under Settings)<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

    Privacy and external services<\/h4>\n\n

    This plugin does not<\/strong> connect to maca.se or any other remote service by default. Files are stored in the WordPress Media Library. Download links are handled on your site.<\/p>\n\n\n

      \n

    1. Upload the maca-downlist<\/code> folder to \/wp-content\/plugins\/<\/code> or install via Plugins \u2192 Add New<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li>\n

    2. Activate the plugin through the Plugins<\/strong> menu.<\/p><\/li>\n

    3. Create lists under maca DownList \u2192 Lists<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li>\n

    4. Add files under maca DownList \u2192 Add New<\/strong>: title, description, thumbnail, download file, and assign at least one list.<\/p><\/li>\n

    5. Review maca DownList \u2192 Settings<\/strong> (default layout and optional front-end credit).<\/p><\/li>\n

    6. Place [maca_downlist list=\"your-list-slug\"]<\/code> on a page or use the maca DownList List<\/strong> block.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n

      \n

      What is included in this plugin?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Unlimited lists, unlimited files, manual thumbnails, Media Library storage, grid\/list layout, shortcode and block (single list or all lists), PDF view\/download buttons, and the built-in guide.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      How do I show a list on a page?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Use [maca_downlist list=\"brochures\"]<\/code> where brochures<\/code> is your list slug, or add the maca DownList List<\/strong> block. To show every list<\/strong> on one page, use [maca_downlist]<\/code> or list=\"all\"<\/code>.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Can a file belong to multiple lists?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Yes. Assign multiple lists when editing a file.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      How do I change the layout?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Add layout=\"list\"<\/code> or layout=\"grid\"<\/code> to the shortcode, or choose layout in the block. The default is under maca DownList \u2192 Settings<\/strong>.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      How do I upload or replace a download file?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Edit a file under maca DownList \u2192 Files<\/strong> and use Select file<\/strong> or Replace file<\/strong> (WordPress Media Library).<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Does this plugin phone home?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      No. This build does not call maca.se or validate licenses.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      How do PDF files behave on the front end?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      PDF downloads show View<\/strong> and Download<\/strong> buttons. Other file types show a single download button unless customized.<\/p><\/dd>\n\n<\/dl>\n\n\n

      1.6.4<\/h4>\n\n
        \n

      • Readme: remove Pro references; product page https:\/\/maca.se\/maca-downlist\/<\/p><\/li>\n

      • Plugin URI and credit link point to product page.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

        1.6.3<\/h4>\n\n
          \n
        • Plugin Check: remove discouraged load_plugin_textdomain(), prefix template variables, phpcs for GET redirects and tax_query, remove unused templates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

          1.6.2<\/h4>\n\n
            \n

          • Fix: load plugin translations in admin (Lists page and settings now respect site\/user locale).<\/p><\/li>\n

          • Readme screenshots updated for org-only features; default file icon SVG escaped on the front end.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

            1.6.1<\/h4>\n\n
              \n
            • Remove commercial section from Settings admin page (org build).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

              1.6.0<\/h4>\n\n
                \n

              • WordPress.org review: remove trialware (no list limits, no license code in this package)<\/p><\/li>\n

              • Prefixed post type maca_downlist_file<\/code> and taxonomy maca_downlist_list<\/code>; migrate legacy sf_*<\/code> data<\/p><\/li>\n

              • Tracked download query args use maca_downlist_download<\/code> \/ maca_downlist_nonce<\/code><\/p><\/li>\n

              • Media Library only for files; simplified settings; readme and uninstall updated<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                1.5.3<\/h4>\n\n
                  \n
                • Fix shortcode [maca_downlist] not running when copied from Lists (register on init; normalize smart quotes).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                  1.5.2<\/h4>\n\n
                    \n
                  • Fix fatal error: undefined Maca_Downlist_PLUGIN_URL (restore MACA_DOWNLIST_* constants).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                    1.5.0<\/h4>\n\n
                      \n
                    • Renamed to maca DownList (slug maca-downlist); formerly mc-smartfiles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                      1.4.1<\/h4>\n\n
                        \n
                      • Plugin renamed to maca DownList; directory slug mc-smartfiles (WordPress.org)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                        1.4.0<\/h4>\n\n
                          \n
                        • WordPress.org review: org build has no license-locked features; front-end credit opt-in<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                          1.3.3<\/h4>\n\n
                            \n
                          • Plugin header: distinct Plugin URI (product page) and Author URI (developer site) for WordPress.org<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                            1.3.2<\/h4>\n\n
                              \n
                            • Plugin Check: remove proc_open, fix CAPTCHA script versions, shorter readme description, WP_Filesystem for debug log<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                              1.3.1<\/h4>\n\n
                                \n
                              • WordPress.org Plugin Check: readme tested up to 7.0, custom updater excluded from distribution zip, i18n and script enqueue fixes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                1.3.0<\/h4>\n\n
                                  \n
                                • Lists: custom maca DownList admin page for creating lists (avoids WordPress edit-tags.php POST issues on some hosts); edit-tags overview redirects here<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                  1.2.0<\/h4>\n\n
                                    \n
                                  • Fix: earlier output buffering for list create; flush buffer on core redirect; admin \u201csite check\u201d URL to compare hosts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                    1.1.9<\/h4>\n\n
                                      \n
                                    • Fix: output buffering on list create so PHP notices do not break the admin redirect (headers already sent)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                      1.1.8<\/h4>\n\n
                                        \n
                                      • Fix: list add handler no longer depends on $pagenow<\/code> (fixes blank screen on some hosts); optional list-add debug log when WP_DEBUG<\/code> is on<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                        1.1.7<\/h4>\n\n
                                          \n
                                        • Fix: creating a list in admin (handles add-tag before HTML output; clean wp_insert_term args, no full $_POST)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                          1.1.6<\/h4>\n\n
                                            \n
                                          • Fix: creating a list in admin no longer shows a blank page (uses WordPress default add-tag flow)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                            1.1.5<\/h4>\n\n
                                              \n

                                            • Drag-and-drop upload for download files and thumbnails in admin<\/p><\/li>\n

                                            • File type label with icon shown under file description on the front end<\/p><\/li>\n

                                            • User guide updated in all eight languages<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                              1.1.0<\/h4>\n\n
                                                \n

                                              • List layout: thumbnail, content, and actions in one row; grid layout improvements<\/p><\/li>\n

                                              • Optional list display heading and intro text<\/p><\/li>\n

                                              • Shortcode\/block: show all lists grouped ([maca_downlist]<\/code> or list=\"all\"<\/code>)<\/p><\/li>\n

                                              • Full-width \/ block theme wrapper classes<\/p><\/li>\n

                                              • Admin user guide in eight languages (profile language)<\/p><\/li>\n

                                              • Front-end and admin translations: Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish, German, French, Spanish<\/p><\/li>\n

                                              • Powered-by footer credit on file list output (opt-in in Settings)<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                                1.0.0<\/h4>\n\n
                                                  \n
                                                • Initial release<\/li>\n<\/ul>","raw_excerpt":"File download lists with thumbnails, shortcode, and block. Grid or list layout from maca development.","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin\/318360","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/plugin"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=318360"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wporg\/v1\/users\/macas"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=318360"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"plugin_section","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_section?post=318360"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_tags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_tags?post=318360"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_category?post=318360"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_contributors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_contributors?post=318360"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_business_model","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_business_model?post=318360"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}