CMS Posttype

CMS Posttype is a powerful tool that allows you to create and manage custom Post Types within your CMS system. With this feature, you can: Add new Post Types tailored to your website's content. Edit existing Post Types to adjust them to your needs. Customize data fields (Custom Fields) for each Post Type. Manage display settings and URL structures for each Post Type.


Manage Post Type

When you access the CMS Posttype page, a list of all existing Post Types will be displayed. Each Post Type includes the following details:

Field

Description

ID

Unique identifier for the Post Type

Name

The name of the Post Type

Slug (URL)

The URL structure for the Post Type

Languages

The supported languages for the Post Type

Status

Indicates whether the Post Type is active or inactive

Actions

Options to edit, copy, or delete the Post Type

Available Actions for Each Post Type

  • Change Status: Toggle between Active and Inactive.

  • Edit: Modify the existing Post Type details.

  • Copy: Duplicate an existing Post Type to create a new one.

  • Delete: Permanently remove the Post Type.

Step-by-Step Guide

Changing Status

  • Click on the Status toggle button next to the Post Type.

  • The status will switch between Active (Show) and Inactive (Hidden).

  • Inactive Post Types will not be available for content creation.

Editing a Post Type

  • Click the Edit button next to the Post Type.

  • Modify any details, including Name, Slug, Languages, Custom Fields, or Categories.

  • Click Save to update the Post Type.

Copying a Post Type

  • Click the Copy button next to a Post Type.

  • A new Post Type will be created with the same settings.

Deleting a Post Type

  • Click the Delete button next to a Post Type.

  • Confirm the deletion in the pop-up warning. Note: This action will permanently delete the Post Type and all related data.


How to Add a New Post Type

Access CMS Posttype

  • Log in to the CMS system.

  • Navigate to Posttype in the admin menu.

Click "Add New"

  • A configuration panel will appear with the following options:

Field

Description

Post Type Name

Define the Post Type name

Menu options

Choose a options (e.g., Hide Menu, Root Menu, Child Menu, ...)

Slug (URL)

Define the URL path for the Post Type

Languages

Choose the available languages for this Post Type (en, vi, cn)

Status

Choose Active (Show) or Inactive (Hidden)

Categories

Allow custom terms such as: Search keywords, SEO title,...

Custom Fields

Add specific data fields for this Post Type

Save and Activate

  • Click Save to complete the process.

  • The new Post Type will now appear in the content management menu.


How to Edit a Post Type

Select the Post Type to Edit

  • Go to CMS Posttype.

  • Choose the Post Type you want to edit.

Modify the Details

  • You can change the name, slug, menu options, languages or status.

  • If you need to add Categories, click "Add Term" and enter the required details.

  • If you need to add Custom Fields, click "Add Field" and enter the required details.

Save Changes

  • After making adjustments, click Save to update the Post Type.

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