FM: Meta Data Manager for Post
Manage and edit post meta data directly from the post edit screen — view, add, update, or delete meta fields instantly using AJAX without page reload.
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Maintenance & Compatibility
Maintenance score
Actively maintained • Last updated 25 days ago
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Likely maintained (last update 25 days ago).
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Description
FM: Meta Data Manager for Post gives developers and power users a fast, interactive way to manage post meta directly from the post edit screen.
- Instantly view all meta keys and values for any post, page, or custom post type.
- Edit, add, or delete meta values with a single click — no need for phpMyAdmin or custom code.
- Fully AJAX-powered interface for real-time updates without page reload.
- Works seamlessly with all post types.
- Lightweight, developer-friendly, and beautifully integrated into the WordPress admin.
Perfect for debugging, inspecting, or cleaning up post meta data.
Note: This plugin is an independent open-source project created and maintained by the developer.
It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or dependent on any company or organization.
⚠️ Warning / Disclaimer
Editing or deleting post meta directly can affect how your theme or plugins function.
Before making any changes, create a full database backup.
The developer is not responsible for any data loss or site malfunction caused by incorrect meta edits, additions, or deletions.
This tool is intended primarily for developers and advanced WordPress users who understand how post meta works.
Features
- View all post meta data in a clean, sortable table.
- Add new meta keys and values directly.
- Edit existing meta values instantly with AJAX.
- Delete unused or old meta entries with one click.
- Real-time success and error messages (no page refresh).
- Works with posts, pages, and all custom post types.
- Clean and lightweight — loads only on post edit screens.
- Built with security in mind using WordPress nonces.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.
You can freely modify and redistribute it under the same license.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/fm-meta-data-manager-for-postdirectory, or install it through the WordPress Plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Edit any post, page, or custom post — you’ll see a Meta Data Manager box showing all meta fields.
- You can now view, edit, delete, or add new meta data instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it supports all registered post types automatically.
Yes! The plugin includes an “Add New Meta” section where you can add new key-value pairs instantly.
Yes, it displays all instances of each meta key and lets you edit or delete them individually.
Yes, but be cautious — changing certain meta fields may affect plugin or theme functionality.
Currently, it supports only post meta. Future updates may include user and term meta management.
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Screenshots
Meta Data Manager displaying all post meta in a clean table.
Inline editing of meta values with AJAX updates.
Adding new meta fields dynamically.
Deleting meta entries instantly with success notifications.
Changelog
1.0.1
Fixed the issues suggested by WP Team!
1.0.0
- Initial release.
- View, edit, delete, and add post meta directly.
- AJAX-powered updates and deletions.
- Instant success/error messages with no page reload.
- Works across all post types.