I’d like a WordPress plugin that allows me (the admin) to easily create, manage, and reorder custom dashboard widgets inside the WordPress admin dashboard (/wp-admin). The plugin should:
Add a new menu item: Dashboard Widgets
Allow me to:
Create new widgets with a title, rich text content, and optional icon
Choose who can see each widget (role-based visibility)
Reorder widgets via drag-and-drop
Toggle widgets on or off without deleting them
Support shortcodes and basic HTML in the widget content
Inherit WordPress admin theme styling
Include one prebuilt welcome widget on plugin activation
All data should be saved using WordPress options API (no custom tables)
Plugin should be single file if possible and follow best practices
Future wishlist: Export/import widget configurations and color styling per widget
The goal is to create a lightweight but powerful way to customize the dashboard experience for different users, especially helpful for client sites.