What is WordPress Hook: show_post_locked_dialog
The show_post_locked_dialog hook in WordPress is used to display a dialog box when a user tries to edit a post that is already being edited by another user. This hook allows developers to customize the behavior of the post locked dialog and add their own functionality.
Understanding the Hook: show_post_locked_dialog
The show_post_locked_dialog hook is located within the WordPress post editing process. When a user attempts to edit a post that is already being edited by another user, this hook is triggered to display a dialog informing the user that the post is locked.
Hook Parameters (if applicable): show_post_locked_dialog
The show_post_locked_dialog hook does not accept any parameters.
Hook Doesn’t Work: show_post_locked_dialog
If the show_post_locked_dialog hook is not working as expected, it could be due to conflicts with other plugins or themes that are also modifying the post locked dialog behavior. To troubleshoot this issue, it is recommended to deactivate other plugins and switch to a default WordPress theme to see if the problem persists.
Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): show_post_locked_dialog
When using the show_post_locked_dialog hook, it is important to consider the user experience and provide clear messaging to the user when a post is locked. Additionally, developers should avoid overcomplicating the post locked dialog to ensure that it remains user-friendly.
Usage Example: show_post_locked_dialog
“`php
function custom_post_locked_dialog() {
// Customize the post locked dialog message
return “This post is currently being edited by another user. Please try again later.”;
}
add_filter( ‘show_post_locked_dialog’, ‘custom_post_locked_dialog’ );
“`