What is WordPress Hook: pre-upload-ui
The pre-upload-ui hook in WordPress is used to modify the user interface before the media upload popup is displayed. It allows developers to customize the upload UI by adding or removing elements, changing the layout, or adding custom functionality.
Understanding the Hook: pre-upload-ui
The pre-upload-ui hook is located within the media upload process in WordPress. It is triggered before the media upload popup is rendered, giving developers the opportunity to make changes to the UI before it is displayed to the user.
Hook Parameters (if applicable): pre-upload-ui
The pre-upload-ui hook does not accept any parameters.
Hook Doesn’t Work: pre-upload-ui
If the pre-upload-ui hook doesn’t work as expected, it may be due to conflicts with other plugins or themes that are also modifying the media upload UI. To troubleshoot, try disabling other customizations and testing the hook in a clean WordPress environment.
Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): pre-upload-ui
When using the pre-upload-ui hook, it’s important to consider the impact on user experience. Making significant changes to the media upload UI can confuse users, so it’s best to use this hook for minor customizations or enhancements.
Usage Example: pre-upload-ui
“`php
function custom_upload_ui() {
// Add a custom button to the media upload UI
echo ‘‘;
}
add_action(‘pre-upload-ui’, ‘custom_upload_ui’);
“`
