What is ACF options page?
The options page feature provides a set of functions to add extra admin pages to edit ACF fields! Each admin page can be fully customized (see code examples below), and sub admin pages can be created too! All data saved on an options page is global.
What will ACF allow us to do with pages?
ACF allows you, the developer, to take full control of the WordPress edit screen and tailor the content editing experience around your website’s needs! Using ACF, you can add fields in addition to the WordPress visual editor or choose to hide it completely.
How do I add a custom field in ACF?
Adding fields
- From the Custom Fields admin screen, click the Add New button to create a new field group.
- Add the fields you would like to see when editing a Post.
- Under Locations, select one of the Post related rule types (such as Post Type) and then select the corresponding value to show this field group.
What is WordPress Option page?
In WordPress, an admin options page is a page that the site administrator accesses to change something about his or her site. Any page listed under “Tools” or “Settings,” for example, is an admin options page.
What does ACF Pro do?
ACF PRO includes extra fields & features to better develop websites including PHP Blocks, Repeatable Fields, Page Building tools, Media Galleries and Custom Options Pages.
Do I need ACF pro?
Do I need both ACF and ACF PRO? No, ACF PRO is an independent plugin and does not require the free version to be installed. Once ACF PRO is active, you can deactivate the free version and any ACF premium add-ons.
How do I display custom fields in a WordPress post?
The default way to show custom fields in WordPress would be to:
- Open the single. php file or page.
- Find the_content function so you can list your custom field data after the actual content of the post or page.
- Use the get_post_meta function to fetch custom field values using their meta key then list them using PHP echo.
What ACF extended?
ACF Extended adds a new layer of compatibility for Polylang. ACF Options Pages and all ACF Extended Modules (Dynamic Post Type, Taxonomy, Options Pages, Block Type) are compatible. Post Edit screens have been enhanced allowing up to 3 columns layout and multiple variations.
How to assign fields to a options page?
You can then assign fields to your page via the “Options Page” location rule when editing a field group. (array) (Optional) Array of arguments for registering an options page. (string) The title displayed on the options page. Defaults to ‘Options’. (string) The title displayed in the admin menu.
What to do with advanced custom fields plugin?
Made for developers. At the core of the Advanced Custom Fields plugin is the simple and intuitive API. Use functions like get_field() and the_field() to quickly build powerful templates.
How to create an options page in ACF?
This opens in a new window. To make use of the options page feature, you will need a copy of ACF PRO (ACF v5), or the options page add-on (ACF v4) To create an options page, simply open up your functions.php file and add the following line of code:
How to create advanced custom fields in WordPress?
From your WordPress dashboard. Visit Plugins > Add New. Search for “Advanced Custom Fields”. Activate Advanced Custom Fields from your Plugins page. Click on the new menu item “Custom Fields” and create your first Custom Field Group! Read the documentation to get started.