What is WordPress Hook: pre_trash_post

The pre_trash_post hook is a specific WordPress hook that allows developers to perform actions or modify data just before a post is moved to the trash.

Understanding the Hook: pre_trash_post

The pre_trash_post hook is located within the WordPress process just before a post is moved to the trash. This provides developers with the opportunity to execute custom code or make changes to the post data before it is trashed.

Hook Parameters (if applicable): pre_trash_post

The pre_trash_post hook does not accept any arguments or parameters.

Hook Doesn’t Work: pre_trash_post

If the pre_trash_post hook doesn’t work as expected, it could be due to conflicts with other plugins or themes. It is recommended to deactivate other plugins and switch to a default theme to troubleshoot the issue.

Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): pre_trash_post

When using the pre_trash_post hook, it is important to note that any changes made to the post data will affect the post before it is trashed. It is best practice to thoroughly test any custom code to ensure it behaves as intended.

pre_trash_post Usage Example: pre_trash_post

“`php
function custom_pre_trash_post_action( $post_id ) {
// Perform custom actions before the post is trashed
}
add_action( ‘pre_trash_post’, ‘custom_pre_trash_post_action’ );
“`