Same Category Postsv1.2.1
Show posts related to the current category or other custom post types.
Alternatives to Widget to Display Posts from Current Category
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WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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Display all posts from the current post's category in a widget with customizable formatting, display options, and spacing.
Latest Postsv1.4.5
Latest posts widget to display recent posts from category.
Display recent local or remote WordPress posts and custom post types with thumbnails, excerpts, dates, categories, and tags.
Display recent posts filtered by post type, category, tag, or author — as a classic widget, Gutenberg block, or shortcode.
Relatedlyv2.3.3
Related posts inline, at end of content, and in a floating sidebar. Built-in analytics and multiple themes. No slow random sorting.
Show related posts with thumbnails and post nudges. Six layouts, Gutenberg block, Elementor widget, shortcode, and smart content matching.
Advanced Related Postsv1.9.3
This plugin allows you to display related posts with widget or under the post with advanced options.
Show "Readers who viewed this page, also viewed" a.k.a. followed posts on your page. Much like Amazon.com's product pages.
Show recent posts with thumbnails, category filters, excerpts, and list or card layouts. Use a native block, classic widget, or shortcode.