Custom Post Types

Learn how to create and manage custom post types with SCF.

Creating Post Types

Basic Usage

Create a custom post type through the admin interface:

  1. Navigate to Custom Fields Post Types
  2. Click “Add New”
  3. Configure basic settings
  4. Save and publish

Advanced Configuration

  • Capabilities: Set custom capabilities for managing posts
  • REST API: Enable and configure REST API support
  • Archive Pages: Configure archive behavior and permalinks
  • Custom Permalinks: Set up SEO-friendly URL structures

Best Practices

  1. Choose descriptive post type names
  2. Configure proper labels for better UX
  3. Plan taxonomy relationships
  4. Consider permalink structure
  5. Set appropriate capabilities

Examples

Common use cases for custom post types:

  • Products
  • Team Members
  • Portfolio Items
  • Testimonials
  • Events