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Does WordPress have built in shortcodes?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 12:08 am

Shortcodes are a great way to add extra functionality to your WordPress posts, pages, and themes without having to write a lot of code. They’re easy to use and can be added to any post or page using the text editor of your choice.

There are a few different shortcode plugins available, but WordPress itself comes with a few built in too. You can find them in the “Create a New Post” screen under the “Shortcode” heading.

Here’s a look at some of the most popular shortcode plugins and how they can be used:

PRO TIP: No, WordPress does not have built in shortcodes. Shortcodes are a feature of some plugins and themes, but not of WordPress itself. If you are using a plugin or theme that includes shortcodes, be sure to read the documentation to learn how to use them.

The WPBakery Page Builder is a great plugin if you want to create custom pages and pagesets with ease. You can add custom content areas, layout templates, and more to your pages with just a few clicks.

The WordPress SEO by Yoast plugin helps you improve your site’s SEO by adding in some basic tags and meta data. You can also add in some custom meta data to give your site a bit more personality.

If you’re looking to create custom posts from scratch, the WPForms plugin is perfect for you. You can create custom forms, surveys, and more and then add them to your posts.

In conclusion, WordPress does come with a built in shortcode system, but there are also a number of different plugins available to help you add extra functionality to your site.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.