What is WordPress Hook: block_type_metadata_settings
The block_type_metadata_settings hook is a specific hook in WordPress that allows developers to modify the metadata settings for a particular block type.
Understanding the Hook: block_type_metadata_settings
The block_type_metadata_settings hook is located within the WordPress block editor process. It provides developers with the ability to customize the metadata settings for a specific block type, such as a paragraph block or an image block.
Hook Parameters (if applicable): block_type_metadata_settings
The block_type_metadata_settings hook accepts parameters that include the block type identifier and the metadata settings to be modified. Developers can specify the block type for which they want to adjust the metadata settings and provide the new settings as parameters to the hook.
Hook Doesn’t Work: block_type_metadata_settings
If the block_type_metadata_settings hook doesn’t work as expected, it may be due to incorrect parameters being passed to the hook or conflicts with other plugins or themes. To troubleshoot, developers should double-check the parameters and deactivate other plugins or switch to a default theme to identify any conflicts.
Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): block_type_metadata_settings
When using the block_type_metadata_settings hook, developers should ensure that the parameters provided align with the specific block type and desired metadata settings. It’s also important to consider any potential conflicts with other plugins or themes that may impact the functionality of the hook.
Usage Example: block_type_metadata_settings
“`php
function custom_block_metadata_settings( $metadata_settings, $block_type ) {
if ( $block_type === ‘core/paragraph’ ) {
$metadata_settings[‘description’] = ‘Custom description for the paragraph block’;
}
return $metadata_settings;
}
add_filter( ‘block_type_metadata_settings’, ‘custom_block_metadata_settings’, 10, 2 );
“`