The Gravity Forms Advanced Post Creation Add-On is an extension for the Gravity Forms WordPress plugin that enables users to create posts on form submission. This add-on enhances the functionality of Gravity Forms by allowing the creation of not only standard posts and pages but also custom post types. It provides advanced features such as mapping custom fields, assigning posts to taxonomies, adding uploaded files to the media library, and utilizing conditional logic.
Key Features:
- Use Any Post Type:
- The Advanced Post Creation Add-On is flexible and allows the creation of posts using any registered custom post type on the WordPress site. This feature ensures compatibility with various post structures.
- Map Custom Fields:
- Users can map custom fields using field values or merge tags. This can be done with existing meta keys or by creating new ones. Mapping custom fields allows for the dynamic population of post data based on form submissions.
- Assign Posts to Taxonomies:
- The add-on enables the assignment of posts to taxonomies, such as tags or categories. Users can select an existing term, use a field value, or generate a new term during form submission.
- Add Uploaded Files to Media Library:
- Choose file upload fields on the form, and the contents of these fields will be automatically uploaded to the WordPress Media Library. The uploaded files are then assigned to the created post, streamlining the handling of media assets.
- Conditional Logic:
- The add-on integrates seamlessly with Gravity Forms’ built-in Conditional Logic. Users can set conditions to determine when a new post should be created, providing control over the creation process.
How to Use:
- Install Gravity Forms:
- Ensure that Gravity Forms is installed and activated on your WordPress site. The Advanced Post Creation Add-On is an extension for Gravity Forms.
- Install Add-On:
- Install and activate the Gravity Forms Advanced Post Creation Add-On. This can be done through the WordPress dashboard.
- Configure Form Settings:
- Create or edit a Gravity Forms form. In the form settings, go to the “Form Settings” tab and choose the “Post Fields” option.
- Configure Post Creation:
- Set up post creation settings, including selecting the post type, mapping custom fields, assigning posts to taxonomies, and specifying file upload settings.
- Configure Conditional Logic:
- Optionally, configure conditional logic for post creation. Define the conditions under which a new post should be created based on user input.
- Test Form Submission:
- Save your form settings and test the form by submitting entries. Verify that posts are created according to the configured settings.
The Gravity Forms Advanced Post Creation Add-On enhances the capabilities of Gravity Forms, making it a powerful tool for creating dynamic and customized post content on WordPress sites. With support for various post types, custom fields, taxonomies, and conditional logic, this add-on provides flexibility and control over the post creation process.
