How to create SCF Field with plugin

To create an SCF (shortcode custom field) in WordPress using a plugin, install the Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) plugin.
Create a new field group and add your desired custom field (like text or WYSIWYG).
Assign the field group to posts, pages, or custom post types.
Add content to the field from the post editor screen.
Use a custom shortcode in functions.php to display the field value anywhere via [scf field="field_name"].

Step-by-Step Guide: Create SCF Field Using ACF Plugin

Step 1: Install & Activate ACF Plugin

Go to Plugins > Add New
Search for Advanced Custom Fields
Click Install Now and then Activate

Step 2: Create a Custom Field Group

Go to Custom Fields > Add New
Give the field group a name like “Shortcode Field”
Click Add Field
- Field Label: Example My SCF Field
- Field Name: auto-generated like my_scf_field
- Field Type: Choose Text, Textarea, or WYSIWYG Editor
Under Location Rules, set:
- Example: Post Type is equal to Post
Click Publish

Step 3: Add Field Content in Post/Page

Edit any post or page
You’ll see the new custom field at the bottom
Enter your shortcode or dynamic content

Step 4: Display Field Using Shortcode

Add the following code in your theme’s functions.php file or via a custom plugin:


function display_acf_field_shortcode($atts) {
    $atts = shortcode_atts(array(
        'field' => '',
        'post_id' => get_the_ID()
    ), $atts);

    $value = get_field($atts['field'], $atts['post_id']);
    return $value;
}
add_shortcode('scf', 'display_acf_field_shortcode');

Step 5: Use the Shortcode Anywhere

Use the shortcode like this in a post, page, or widget:


[scf field="my_scf_field"]

Replace my_scf_field with your actual ACF field name.

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