What is WordPress Hook: saved_{$taxonomy}

The saved_{$taxonomy} hook in WordPress is used to perform actions after a specific taxonomy term has been saved.

Understanding the Hook: saved_{$taxonomy}

The saved_{$taxonomy} hook is located within the wp_update_term function in WordPress. This hook allows developers to execute custom code after a term within a specific taxonomy has been updated or saved.

Hook Parameters (if applicable): saved_{$taxonomy}

The saved_{$taxonomy} hook accepts three parameters: $term_id, $tt_id, and $taxonomy. The $term_id parameter is the ID of the term that has been saved, $tt_id is the term taxonomy ID, and $taxonomy is the taxonomy slug.

Hook Doesn’t Work: saved_{$taxonomy}

If the saved_{$taxonomy} hook doesn’t work as expected, it could be due to incorrect implementation or conflicts with other plugins or themes. Ensure that the hook is being used within the appropriate context and that there are no syntax errors in the custom code.

Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): saved_{$taxonomy}

When using the saved_{$taxonomy} hook, it’s important to note that any changes made within the hook will affect the saved term. It’s recommended to use this hook sparingly and to thoroughly test any custom code to avoid unintended consequences.

Usage Example: saved_{$taxonomy}

“`php
function custom_function_after_term_saved( $term_id, $tt_id, $taxonomy ) {
// Perform custom actions after a term has been saved
}
add_action( ‘saved_{$taxonomy}’, ‘custom_function_after_term_saved’, 10, 3 );
“`