Custom Post Types & ACF
Structuring Content Beyond Posts and Pages
Custom Post Types let you create entirely new content structures, such as Products, Testimonials, or Portfolio Items, separate from default Posts and Pages.
Creating Custom Post Types
Register a custom post type using code in functions.php, or use a plugin like Custom Post Type UI for a no-code setup.
Each custom post type gets its own admin menu, making content management cleaner for large, structured sites.
Extending Fields with ACF
Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) lets you add custom input fields, such as price, rating, or location, to any post type.
This combination of custom post types and ACF fields is commonly used to build directories, portfolios, and real estate or job listings.
| Concept | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Custom Post Type | Defines a new content structure (e.g. Products) |
| ACF Field | Adds a specific data input (e.g. Price, Rating) |
| Combined use | Powers directories, portfolios, listings |
Custom content structures often need to reach a wider audience, which is where multilingual setup comes in.
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