Shows a simple Ajax based Wikipedia search-formular and the results for the current post/page title or default keywords.
As of April 2026, Wikipedia Widget is a WordPress search plugin with 10 active installations and a 4/5 rating from 1 reviews. It has been downloaded 4.3K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.5+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2013. Last updated 10 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: String locator.
The Wikipedia Widget shows a Wikipedia search-formular and its search results for the current post or page on your sidebar. On other sites (like category or front-page) it can defined any default search-keywords or other input-field.
The search results were Ajax-based fetched from the Wikipedia-API.
Main Features:
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| WordPress | 3.5+ requiredTested up to 4.2.39 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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