Adding a custom post type archive query widget to a WordPress site allows users to display a filtered, specific view of their content directly in the widget areas. This can be particularly useful for websites that manage a variety of content types, such as portfolios, products, or any other non-standard content.

To begin, custom post types should be set up using a plugin like Custom Post Type UI, which simplifies the process of creating and managing these types. This plugin can be downloaded here.

Once your custom post types are ready, the next step is to incorporate archive query widgets that specifically target these types. The Content Views plugin is an excellent choice for this task. It allows you to create beautiful displays for your content without any coding. Learn more about Content Views and download it here.

After installing Content Views, you can create a view selecting the post type you wish to display. In the Content Views settings, specify the criteria for displaying posts, such as taxonomy terms, post status, or other attributes. You can then insert this view into any widget area using the Content Views provided widget, enhancing your site’s functionality and user engagement.