FirstElement

Daijiro Miyazawa

<p>FE CSV Import & Export helps you import and export WordPress content as CSV from the admin area.<br />
It is designed for site owners who want a stress-free CSV workflow for daily operations and for developers who need extensibility through WordPress hooks.</p>
<h4>Main features:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Import and export WordPress content as CSV</li>
<li>Fast export of approximately 10,000 posts in about 15 seconds (depending on site configuration and server environment)</li>
<li>Support for posts, pages, and custom post types</li>
<li>Option to include or exclude custom taxonomies</li>
<li>Support for term ID or term name input/output</li>
<li>Proper handling of hierarchical terms</li>
<li>Import of unregistered terms (currently uses term name as slug)</li>
<li>Option to include or exclude custom fields</li>
<li>Option to include or exclude private meta</li>
<li>New custom field items can be registered with the “cf_” prefix</li>
<li>Option to target published status or all post statuses</li>
<li>Option to export only frequently edited “basic fields” or “all fields”</li>
<li>Option to update (overwrite) existing posts with the same ID or create new ones</li>
<li>Dry run functionality</li>
<li>Batch processing for large CSV files</li>
<li>Real-time progress display in the admin interface</li>
<li>Option to enable/disable logging (speed priority)</li>
<li>Extensibility through filter/action hooks for custom workflows</li>
</ul>
<h4>FE CSV Import & Export is suitable for tasks such as:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Bulk updating existing posts from spreadsheet data</li>
<li>Exporting content for reporting or external processing</li>
<li>Importing structured content into custom post types</li>
<li>Migrating content between sites</li>
</ul>
<p>For large imports, this plugin processes data in batches to reduce memory usage and improve reliability. It automatically adjusts batch size based on server settings (max_execution_time, memory_limit) to efficiently process large datasets without timeout.</p>
<p>Using filter hooks, you can output only necessary columns for external editing (e.g., title and content only) or add custom processing when exporting ACF (Advanced Custom Fields) related custom fields.</p>
<h4>Note:</h4>
<p>For custom field output, by default, the plugin picks up fields associated with the first post (first row). If the first post does not contain all necessary custom fields, those fields will be ignored. To avoid this, consider these two approaches:</p>
<p><strong>Pattern A</strong><br />
Create a dummy post immediately before export and fill it with dummy values for all necessary custom field items (this ensures all necessary custom field items are expanded as CSV columns)</p>
<p><strong>Pattern B</strong><br />
Use a filter hook to specify a sample post ID for extracting custom field items (by specifying a post ID that contains all custom field items, you ensure all necessary custom field items are expanded as CSV columns)</p>
<h4>Documentation and support resources:</h4>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://firstelementjp.github.io/fe-csv-import-export/" rel="nofollow ugc">Documentation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://github.com/firstelementjp/fe-csv-import-export" rel="nofollow ugc">GitHub Repository</a></li>
<li><a href="https://github.com/firstelementjp/fe-csv-import-export/issues" rel="nofollow ugc">Issue Tracker</a></li>
</ul>
<h4>Pro Version:</h4>
<p>This plugin works completely on its own with the free version and provides sufficient functionality, but when used with the Pro version, you can access these convenient features:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>ACF Integration</strong> – Import and export ACF data while preserving field formatting. Export taxonomy values as readable names and handle multi-value fields with pipe-separated values. Support major ACF field types including Taxonomy, User, File, Relationship, Repeater, and Flexible Content fields</li>
<li><strong>Direct SQL Export Mode</strong> – Customize export queries directly for advanced workflows and integrations</li>
<li><strong>UpdraftPlus Database Backup</strong> – When used with the backup plugin ‘UpdraftPlus’, automatic SQL backup is executed during import and import begins after completion. If problems are discovered after import, you can immediately restore from backup</li>
<li><strong>Enhanced Security</strong> – Import/export execution permissions can be assigned to editors in addition to administrators. You can set a shared password for import/export execution. You can require users to enter their login password for import/export execution</li>
<li><strong>Dedicated Support</strong> – Priority customer support from the development team</li>
<li><strong>Automatic Updates</strong> – Seamless updates from our update server</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://www.firstelement.co.jp/en/products/fe-csv-import-export-plugin/" rel="nofollow ugc">Pro Version</a></p>
<h3>External Services</h3>
<p>FE CSV Import & Export Pro uses an external license API service for license validation and activation. This service is used solely for:</p>
<ul>
<li>License key validation</li>
<li>License activation and deactivation</li>
<li>License status checks</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://www.firstelement.co.jp/en/legal/privacy-policy/privacy-statement-eu/" rel="nofollow ugc">Privacy Policy</a><br />
<a href="https://www.firstelement.co.jp/en/legal/terms-of-use/fe-csv-import-export-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">Terms of Service</a></p>
<p>The license API service is operated by FirstElement K.K. and is used exclusively for license management purposes. No content data is transmitted to this service.</p>


FE CSV Import & Export

Import and export WordPress posts, custom post types, taxonomies, and custom fields as CSV with batch processing.

Tobias Bäthge

<p><strong>Boost your website with feature-rich tables that your visitors will love!</strong></p>
<p>TablePress is the most popular and highest-rated WordPress table plugin.</p>
<ul>
<li>Easily create, edit, and manage <strong>beautiful and modern</strong> data tables, from simple <strong>price lists</strong> to searchable <strong>directories, product and model tables, inventories, schedules</strong>, and research datasets.</li>
<li>Add live <strong>sorting</strong>, <strong>pagination</strong>, <strong>searching</strong>, and other interactive features that help visitors find what they’re looking for on any device.</li>
<li>Use any type of data and enrich your tables with <strong>images</strong>, <strong>links</strong>, and even <strong>math formulas</strong>.</li>
<li><strong>Import</strong> and <strong>export</strong> tables from/to <strong>Excel</strong>, CSV, HTML, and JSON files or URLs, including spreadsheet data from <strong>Google Sheets</strong>, <strong>Excel Online</strong>, and files stored on <strong>Dropbox</strong> or <strong>OneDrive</strong>.</li>
<li>Embed tables into posts, pages, or other site areas using the block editor, an Elementor widget, or Shortcodes.</li>
<li>All with <strong>no coding knowledge needed</strong>!</li>
</ul>
<p>Even <strong>more great features</strong> for you and your site’s visitors and <strong>priority email support</strong> are <strong>available</strong> with a Premium license plan of TablePress. <a href="https://tablepress.org/premium/?utm_source=wordpress.org&utm_medium=textlink&utm_content=readme" rel="nofollow ugc">Go check them out!</a></p>
<h4>Common use cases</h4>
<p>TablePress will handle a wide range of tables, from simple price lists to searchable directories and large datasets. Popular examples include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Product and model tables</li>
<li>Service and price lists</li>
<li>Directories and listings</li>
<li>Schedules and timetables</li>
<li>Participant and member lists</li>
<li>Inventories and collections</li>
<li>Comparison tables</li>
<li>Research and statistical data</li>
</ul>
<h4>Accessible and SEO-friendly tables</h4>
<p>TablePress creates accessible HTML tables whose content can be searched by visitors, WordPress search, and search engines alike. Interactive features like sorting, filtering, and pagination include accessibility enhancements for screen readers and other assistive technologies.<br />
This makes it easy for visitors to find relevant information, whether they are browsing a large directory, searching a product table, or using your site’s search function.</p>
<h4>More information</h4>
<p>Visit <a href="https://tablepress.org/" rel="nofollow ugc">tablepress.org</a> for more information, take a look at <a href="https://tablepress.org/demo/" rel="nofollow ugc">example tables</a>, or <a href="https://tablepress.org/demo/#try" rel="nofollow ugc">try TablePress on a free test site</a>. For latest news, <a href="https://twitter.com/TablePress" rel="nofollow ugc">follow @TablePress</a> on Twitter/X or subscribe to the <a href="https://tablepress.org/#newsletter" rel="nofollow ugc">TablePress Newsletter</a>.</p>
<h3>How to use TablePress</h3>
<p>After installing the plugin, you can create and manage tables on the “TablePress” screen in the WordPress Dashboard.</p>
<p>To insert a table into a post or page, add a “TablePress table” block in the block editor or a widget in the Elementor page builder and select the desired table or use Shortcodes with other page builders.</p>
<p>Beginner-friendly step-by-step <a href="https://tablepress.org/tutorials/" rel="nofollow ugc">tutorials, guides, and how-tos</a> show how to achieve common and popular tasks with TablePress.<br />
You can find examples for common styling changes via “Custom CSS” code on the <a href="https://tablepress.org/faq/" rel="nofollow ugc">TablePress FAQ page</a>.<br />
You may also add features like sorting, pagination, searching, filtering, alternating row colors, row highlighting, and more by enabling the corresponding options on a table’s “Edit” screen.</p>
<h3>Premium features</h3>
<p>Need additional functionality for larger tables or advanced use cases? Premium license plans for TablePress add features such as:</p>
<ul>
<li>Options for responsive tables</li>
<li>Advanced filtering and search</li>
<li>Fixed table headers and columns</li>
<li>Automatic periodic imports</li>
<li>Custom styling options</li>
<li>And much more</li>
</ul>
<p>Priority email support is also included. <a href="https://tablepress.org/premium/?utm_source=wordpress.org&utm_medium=textlink&utm_content=readme" rel="nofollow ugc">Check out the details on the TablePress website.</a></p>


TablePress – Tables in WordPress made easy


Ich nutze das Plugin nun schon eine ganze Weil und bin immer wieder begeistert, wie einfach man damit Tabellen erstellen und einbetten kann. Dazu kommt, dass der Autor immer wieder neue Funktionen einbaut und das Plugin weiterhin kostenfrei bleibt.



I've been using the plugin for a while now and I'm still amazed at how easy it is to create and embed tables. In addition, the author keeps adding new features while the plugin remains free.






Best Plugin when it comes to tables


Working with TablePress has made it easier to manage data especially when working with hundreds of cells.



No way should one ever work with "plain HTML tables" again! :-)


Intuitive!


Developer solved all my problems, created individual code for my needs and explained everything thoroughly. Great job!


GREAT SUPPORT!!


TablePress 3.0 removed backward compatibility with free extensions. Now you need to use paid version in order for things to work. Someone skilled should fork this. 


Backward compatibility removed in favor of paid version

Embed beautiful, accessible, and interactive tables into your WordPress website’s posts and pages, without having to write code!

FE CSV Import & Export vs TablePress – Tables in WordPress made easy