Reading Time & Word Count Block for Post

This plugin adds a dynamic block or shortcode to show estimated reading time and word count for WordPress posts, pages, or custom post types.

Features: * Automatically appends reading time and word count to the top of posts * Optional display under title * Shortcode: [reading_time] * Uses average reading speed of 200 WPM * Admin settings to enable/disable sections

Great for improving user experience, accessibility, and SEO readability metrics.

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This plugin was built with performance in mind. All logic is based on server-side rendering — no page builders or heavy frontend JavaScript.

A brief Markdown Example

1. 01Automatic reading time on top of content
2. 02Optional word count toggle
3. 03Clean and safe output

• Easy to use
• Customizable
• Lightweight

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1. 01Upload the plugin folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
2. 02Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
3. 03Click on Reading Time in the WordPress admin menu (clock icon on the left sidebar).
4. 04On the Reading Time & Word Count Settings screen, configure the following options: Show Word Count – Toggle display of total word count.
5. 05Show with Title – Display reading time below the post title.
6. 06Show with Content – Display reading time above the post content.
7. 07Optionally insert the shortcode [reading_time] anywhere in your content or theme template.

Note: The plugin uses an average reading speed of 200 words per minute.