Post Type Builder
Build custom post types, taxonomies, and templates without writing any code. Everything is seamlessly handled within the WordPress admin, guiding you step-by-step with an intuitive drag-and-drop interface.
No CodingSimple Workflow
Post Type Builder (PTB) offers a simple, step-by-step workflow that guides you through building a complete custom post type. In this demonstration, we will show how to create a complex “Property” listing site with ease—no coding required.
01 Add a Custom Post Type
First, create a custom post type (e.g., “Property”) and enable post features such as title, content, excerpt, and featured image.
Add Custom Fields
Next, add custom fields for the “Property” post type, such as address, price, photo gallery, property taxes, lot size, and more.
02 Add Taxonomies
A taxonomy functions like a category for your post type. For the “Property” post type, useful taxonomies might include property type, number of bedrooms, parking availability, and number of bathrooms.
03 Create PTB Templates
Once the post type and custom fields are set, you will be directed to create templates for the post type. A sample archive and single template are pre-generated for you.
Template Builder
The template builder intelligently loads the associated custom fields and taxonomies you’ve added. You can edit templates by dragging and dropping elements within the builder. The frontend will render the layout based on your templates.
04 Publish Posts
Next, publish “Property” posts just like you would for blog posts. Enter a title, add a description, upload a featured image, select the property type, and fill in the custom fields, such as address, price, taxes, lot size, and photo galleries.
05 Display Posts
To display the “Property” posts, paste the PTB shortcode onto any page. This will render the posts using the template you’ve defined. The shortcode can be manually written or generated using the shortcode generator in the Classic Editor.
Import Samples
To help you quickly learn how PTB works, it includes 3 pre-built post types (Properties, Movies, and Restaurants) that you can import into your site, with an option to import demo posts as well.
Custom Field Types
PTB includes a large collection of field types that enable you to build any layout structure you need.
Accordion
Audio
Checkbox
Date
Image
Link Button
Map
Number
Progress Bar
Radio Button
Rating
Relation
Select
Slider
Telephone
Text
Textarea
Video
IncludedPTB Addons
PTB comes with a variety of powerful addons to extend your site’s functionality. These addons allow you to create a map view of posts, add advanced search filters, connect multiple post types in relation, and enable users to submit posts on the frontend.
PTB Map View
For post types that have a “map” field type, you can display posts on a map using the Map View addon. Each marker on the map links to the corresponding post.
PTB Relation
Connect two post types using the Relation addon. For example, if you have a “Property” post type, you can display related properties in a “Community” post type.
PTB Search
Create an advanced search and filter form that allows users to quickly search posts. The search form dynamically queries the custom fields and taxonomies of the post type.
PTB Submissions
The Submission addon allows users to submit posts from the frontend without giving them admin access. You can approve posts manually or automatically, and even charge a fee.
Import & Export
Easily migrate your custom post types, taxonomies, and templates with the import/export tool. Whether you’re transferring data between sites or creating backups, this tool ensures a seamless process, saving you time and effort.
Post Filter
The post filter feature enables users to refine posts in the archive view by selecting specific categories. With just a click, they can instantly filter posts based on their chosen category.
Multilingual
PTB post types and their labels support multiple languages. For multilingual post content, you can use third-party plugins like WPML or Polylang (not included with PTB).
More PossibilitiesBuilder Pro
Simplify your workflow and unlock new possibilities with Builder Pro. Use PTB to add custom post types and custom fields, then visually design dynamic templates with Builder Pro.
Design Templates with Builder Pro
Visually design post type templates with Builder Pro, allowing you to preview the design and dynamic content in real-time editing. With the Builder Pro template system, you can eliminate limitations and create unique templates on a per-category or per-post basis.
Other Post Types
PTB allows you to add custom fields to non-PTB post types as well. For example, you can add a “Material” field to the WooCommerce Product post type and then use Builder Pro to display the additional custom fields in the templates.
PTB + Builder Pro
PTB and Builder Pro are fully integrated and work seamlessly together. All custom fields created with PTB can be easily queried in Builder Pro by enabling the dynamic content feature and selecting the fields.
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Faq
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No, PTB is a plugin that works with any standard WordPress theme. If you plan to use Builder Pro to create the templates, we recommend using PTB with the Ultra theme, as they are the best combination.