Introduction

WordPress custom post types (CPTs) are essential for users who require bespoke content structures beyond posts and pages. However, creating an archive contact widget for these CPTs can greatly enhance user interaction and content accessibility on your site.

Step-by-Step Plugin Creation

Firstly, you need to register a new custom post type in WordPress. You can easily do this using the plugin Custom Post Type UI. This plugin allows you to manage and create CPTs without writing any code. Learn more about this plugin and download it here.

Once your CPT is set up, you’ll need to handle the archive creation. The Archive Widgets plugin can be used to extend widget functionality into custom post type archives, which isn’t included in WordPress by default.

Develop the Contact Widget

For the contact widget, coding it from scratch will provide the most flexibility. Use the WordPress Widget API to create a new widget that fetches contact information fields like email and phone numbers from your CPT entries. Remember to enqueue scripts and styles appropriately to ensure your widget looks consistent across the site.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can build a functional custom post type archive with a contact widget that enhances your WordPress site’s functionality and user experience. Experiment with different functionalities to make the most out of your custom post types.