What is WordPress Hook: xmlrpc_prepare_post_type
The xmlrpc_prepare_post_type hook in WordPress is used to modify the post type data before it is sent to the XML-RPC server.
Understanding the Hook: xmlrpc_prepare_post_type
The xmlrpc_prepare_post_type hook is located in the wp-includes/class-wp-xmlrpc-server.php file. It is called within the wp_xmlrpc_server class, specifically within the mw_newPost and mw_editPost methods.
Hook Parameters (if applicable): xmlrpc_prepare_post_type
The xmlrpc_prepare_post_type hook accepts two parameters: $post_data and $post_ID. The $post_data parameter contains the post data to be prepared for the XML-RPC server, while the $post_ID parameter holds the ID of the post being prepared.
Hook Doesn’t Work: xmlrpc_prepare_post_type
If the xmlrpc_prepare_post_type hook doesn’t seem to be working, it could be due to incorrect usage or conflicts with other plugins or themes. To troubleshoot, try disabling other plugins and switching to a default theme to see if the issue persists.
Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): xmlrpc_prepare_post_type
When using the xmlrpc_prepare_post_type hook, it’s important to note that any modifications made to the post data will affect the data sent to the XML-RPC server. It’s best practice to thoroughly test any modifications to ensure they do not cause unexpected behavior.
xmlrpc_prepare_post_type Usage Example: xmlrpc_prepare_post_type
“`php
function custom_xmlrpc_prepare_post_type( $post_data, $post_ID ) {
// Modify post data before sending to XML-RPC server
$post_data[‘post_title’] = ‘Custom Title’;
return $post_data;
}
add_filter( ‘xmlrpc_prepare_post_type’, ‘custom_xmlrpc_prepare_post_type’, 10, 2 );
“`