What is WordPress Hook: get_block_template
The get_block_template hook is a specific WordPress hook that allows developers to modify the template used to render a block.
Understanding the Hook: get_block_template
The get_block_template hook is located within the get_query_template function in the WordPress core. It is used to retrieve the path of the block template in the theme or plugin.
Hook Parameters (if applicable): get_block_template
The get_block_template hook accepts two parameters: $template and $slug. The $template parameter is the full path and file of the template to be included. The $slug parameter is the slug of the block template.
Hook Doesn’t Work: get_block_template
If the get_block_template hook doesn’t work, it may be due to incorrect usage of the parameters or the template file not being properly located in the theme or plugin. To troubleshoot, double-check the parameters and ensure that the template file exists in the correct location.
Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): get_block_template
When using the get_block_template hook, it’s important to note that the template file should be located in the theme or plugin directory. Additionally, developers should be mindful of the template hierarchy in WordPress to ensure that the correct template is being retrieved.
Usage Example: get_block_template
“`php
function custom_block_template($template, $slug) {
if ($slug === ‘custom-block’) {
$custom_template = plugin_dir_path(__FILE__) . ‘templates/custom-block-template.php’;
if (file_exists($custom_template)) {
return $custom_template;
}
}
return $template;
}
add_filter(‘get_block_template’, ‘custom_block_template’, 10, 2);
“`