Corey McKrill

<p>This plugin is intended for theme developers and others who want to have full control of their column styles while still providing a quick and easy framework for adding/editing column content via WordPress’s visual editor. It eliminates the need to type tedious, unmanageable chunks of HTML into the editor when specific posts or pages require a columnar layout.</p>
<p>That said, this plugin is not plug-and-play. It does not include any styles out-of-the-box, so if you start using the shortcodes without adding appropriate CSS rules, there probably won’t be any visible changes to your content.</p>
<p>See the <a href="https://github.com/jupiterwise/Columns-DIY/wiki/Recipes" rel="nofollow ugc">Recipes</a> page on the GitHub wiki for some styling examples.</p>
<h4>Usage</h4>
<ul>
<li>Designate each column with <code>[column]</code> and <code>[/column]</code></li>
<li>Mark the end of a row with <code>[endrow]</code></li>
</ul>
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Includes enumerated column and row classes, allowing for per-column and -row styling. Also includes parity classes (odd/even) for striping.</li>
<li>If a user forgets to add the last <code>[endrow]</code> shortcode, the plugin will automatically insert a closing <code></div></code> so the site layout doesn’t get broken.</li>
<li>Cleans up errant <code><p></code> and <code><br /></code> tags that result from WordPress’s <code>wpautop()</code> function.</li>
<li>All parameter inputs are escaped for security.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Example</h4>
<p>Putting this into the visual editor:</p>
<blockquote>
<p><code>[column]</code></p>
<p>This is the column of Foo.</p>
<p><code>[/column]</code></p>
<p><code>[column]</code></p>
<p>This is the column of Bar.</p>
<p><code>[/column]</code> <code>[endrow]</code></p>
</blockquote>
<p>Will result in this output:</p>
<p>This is the column of Foo.</p>
<p>    </p>
<p>This is the column of Bar.</p>
<p>    </p>
<p></p>
<h4>Parameters</h4>
<p>The following optional parameters can be added to the <code>[column]</code> shortcode:</p>
<ul>
<li><em>class</em> (String : ”)<br />
Classes for the column <code><div></code> element. Separate multiple classes with spaces.</li>
<li><em>rowclass</em> (String : ”)<br />
Classes for the row <code><div></code> element. Only works when included with the first <code>[column]</code> shortcode in a row.</li>
<li><em>style</em> (String : ”)<br />
Inline styles for the column <code><div></code> element.</li>
<li><em>rowstyle</em> (String : ”)<br />
Inline styles for the row <code><div></code> element. Only works when included with the first <code>[column]</code> shortcode in a row.</li>
<li><em>norow</em> (Boolean : false)<br />
Set to true to omit the row wrapper <code><div></code>.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Filters</h4>
<p>The following filter hooks can be used to alter the output of the shortcodes:</p>
<ul>
<li><code>diy_colclass</code></li>
<li><code>diy_colstyle</code></li>
<li><code>diy_column</code></li>
<li><code>diy_rowclass</code></li>
<li><code>diy_rowstyle</code></li>
<li><code>diy_beginrow</code></li>
<li><code>diy_endrow</code></li>
</ul>

Columns DIY

Simple shortcodes for div-based columns and rows. Wrap desired content in [column][/column]. Mark the end of a row with [endrow]. CSS not included.

Jesper van Engelen

David Mosterd

Codepress

Tobias Schutter

Stefan van den Dungen Gronovius

<p>Admin Columns lets you customize and organize the columns displayed in the WordPress admin list tables for posts, pages, users, comments and media.</p>
<p>Instead of the limited default list table, you get to display the information you actually need – like custom fields, featured images, taxonomies, file data and more.</p>
<p>Trusted by 100,000+ WordPress sites worldwide.</p>
<p>With a simple drag-and-drop interface you can:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Add any column</strong> to posts, pages, users, media and comments</li>
<li><strong>Reorder and resize</strong> columns to match your workflow</li>
<li><strong>Choose from 200+ column types</strong> including custom fields, taxonomies and file data</li>
<li><strong>Display rich metadata</strong> such as images, dates, colors and relational fields</li>
<li><strong>Create clean overviews</strong> for even the most complex websites</li>
</ul>
<p>It works for any site from simple blogs to large WooCommerce stores.</p>
<p><iframe loading="lazy" title="Admin Columns for WordPress" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/96885841?dnt=1&app_id=122963" width="750" height="475" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin"></iframe></p>
<h4>Why Admin Columns?</h4>
<p>Default WordPress list tables are limited. They often show only the title, author and date.</p>
<p>Admin Columns turns them into useful management screens that show you what matters.</p>
<p>Examples:</p>
<ul>
<li>See <strong>featured images, custom fields and taxonomies</strong> directly in the post list table</li>
<li>Display <strong>media file size, dimensions or EXIF data</strong></li>
<li>View <strong>user metadata and roles</strong> in the users screen</li>
<li>Keep track of <strong>large content libraries</strong></li>
</ul>
<h4>Popular use cases</h4>
<p>Admin Columns is used by developers, agencies and site owners to manage content more efficiently.</p>
<p>Common setups:</p>
<ul>
<li>Managing <strong>WooCommerce products</strong> with price, SKU or stock columns</li>
<li>Displaying <strong>ACF custom fields</strong> in post list tables</li>
<li>Organizing <strong>large media libraries</strong></li>
<li>Reviewing <strong>SEO metadata from Yoast</strong></li>
<li>Organizing <strong>custom post types</strong> with the right columns</li>
</ul>
<h4>Built for developers</h4>
<p>Admin Columns is open source and built to be extended. Use actions and filters to register custom column types, modify output or integrate with your own plugins.</p>
<ul>
<li>Full <a href="https://docs.admincolumns.com/article/15-hooks-and-filters/" rel="nofollow ugc">hooks and filters reference</a> for custom integrations</li>
<li>Register column configurations in PHP for version-controlled setups</li>
<li>Designed to work alongside page builders, custom post type plugins and third-party extensions</li>
</ul>
<p>Explore the <a href="https://docs.admincolumns.com/category/75-developer/" rel="nofollow ugc">developer documentation</a>.</p>
<h4>Admin Columns Pro</h4>
<p>Upgrade to <strong>Admin Columns Pro</strong> for sorting, filtering, inline editing and more. With Pro you can:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Sort</strong> any column</li>
<li><strong>Filter content</strong> with stackable smart filters</li>
<li><strong>Inline editing</strong> – edit titles, custom fields, taxonomies and more directly from the list table</li>
<li><strong>Bulk editing</strong> – update multiple items at once</li>
<li><strong>Conditional formatting</strong> – color-code rows and cells based on rules</li>
<li><strong>Export to CSV</strong></li>
<li><strong>Import/export column sets</strong> between sites or team members</li>
<li><strong>Save to PHP</strong> for version-controlled column configurations</li>
</ul>
<p>Admin Columns Pro also provides deep integrations with popular plugins:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Advanced Custom Fields</strong> – display and edit all field types</li>
<li><strong>WooCommerce</strong> – product and order columns</li>
<li><strong>Yoast SEO</strong> – SEO score and metadata columns</li>
<li><strong>Toolset Types</strong> – custom fields and relationships</li>
<li><strong>Pods</strong> – Pods fields and content types</li>
</ul>
<p>Learn more about the additional features of Admin Columns Pro on our website:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.admincolumns.com/admin-columns-pro/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme" rel="nofollow ugc">Upgrade to Admin Columns Pro</a></p>
<h4>Supported content types</h4>
<p>Admin Columns works with the following WordPress admin screens:</p>
<ul>
<li>Posts, Pages and Custom Post Types</li>
<li>Users</li>
<li>Media Library</li>
<li>Comments</li>
<li>Taxonomies (Pro)</li>
</ul>
<h4>Custom field column</h4>
<p>Admin Columns allows you to display custom fields (post meta and user meta) directly in the admin list table.</p>
<p>Supported field formats include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Color</li>
<li>Date</li>
<li>Images</li>
<li>Number</li>
<li>Text</li>
<li>URL</li>
<li>True/False</li>
<li>Relational: Posts, Users and Media</li>
</ul>
<h4>Docs & Support</h4>
<p>Is this your first time using Admin Columns? Check out our documentation and guides:</p>
<p><a href="https://docs.admincolumns.com" rel="nofollow ugc">Documentation</a><br />
<a href="https://docs.admincolumns.com/category/16-getting-started/" rel="nofollow ugc">Getting Started</a><br />
<a href="https://docs.admincolumns.com/category/75-developer/" rel="nofollow ugc">Developer documentation</a></p>
<p>Need help? Please visit the Admin Columns <a href="https://admincolumns.com/support/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme" rel="nofollow ugc">support forums</a>.</p>
<h4>Contribute</h4>
<p>Admin Columns is open source and community-driven. There are several ways to contribute:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Translate</strong>: Help translate Admin Columns on <a href="https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/codepress-admin-columns" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress.org</a> or Pro translations on <a href="https://www.transifex.com/projects/p/admin-columns/" rel="nofollow ugc">Transifex</a></li>
<li><strong>Report issues</strong>: Found a bug? Report it on <a href="https://github.com/codepress/admin-columns" rel="nofollow ugc">GitHub</a></li>
<li><strong>Suggest features</strong>: Submit ideas to our <a href="https://www.admincolumns.com/public-roadmap/" rel="nofollow ugc">public roadmap</a></li>
</ul>


Admin Columns


I depend on this plugin in development a lot. For big sites with multiple custom post types & page templates. Very useful indeed. Thank you developers.


Essential Dev Plugin


Great plugin! Does just what I needed. Still playing around with all the functionality.


Great!

Take control of your WordPress admin list tables. Add, remove, and reorder columns for posts, users, media, and more - no coding needed.

Columns DIY vs Admin Columns