Plugins extend Typemill with additional functionality. They are used to add features such as full-text search, Mermaid support, LDAP integration, or eBook generation.

Plugins can be installed from the plugin directory. Some plugins are available as free extensions, while advanced features require a Maker or Business license.

What you can do with plugins

Plugins extend Typemill in different directions, for example:

  • add metadata tabs to content pages
  • add shortcodes to include dynamic or reusable content
  • extend the system menu with new items
  • add frontend components such as forms or widgets
  • connect external services or APIs
  • provide new API endpoints
  • modify output formats (PDF, eBooks, etc.)
  • build custom publishing workflows

Try plugins

Selected plugins can be tested on the official Typemill demo instance before installation. This allows evaluation of functionality and behavior without setting up Typemill locally.

Install plugins

To install a plugin, download it from the Typemill Plugin Directory, unzip it, and upload the plugin folder to the plugins directory on your server. Activate the plugin in the Typemill admin interface under the system plugins section.

Configure plugins

After installation, each plugin can be configured individually to match your site requirements. Available options depend on the specific plugin.

Develop plugins

To develop your own plugin, refer to the plugin developer documentation.

Plugins can also be scaffolded or generated using AI tools and then adapted manually, making it easier to build focused extensions without starting from scratch.