Enhance WordPress list interface with WPMasterToolKit's "Enhance List Tables" module
The WordPress administration interface is very useful, but it can quickly become cluttered or lacking in specific information depending on your needs. The "Enhance List Tables" module from WPMasterToolKit has been designed to solve this problem. This module lets you customize the columns of list pages (articles, pages, media, users, comments and taxonomies) by adding or removing columns and customizing the available actions.
Which plugins can this module replace?
The Enhance List Tables module can replace specialized plugins such as :
- Admin Columns This allows you to modify administration columns.
- Custom code snippets Many developers manually add filters to modify columns. This module eliminates this need with a simple user interface.
By using this module, you streamline your site by reducing the number of plugins installed, while benefiting from similar functionality.
Main features of the "Enhance List Tables" module
Here is an overview of the features this module offers to customize WordPress list tables:
1. Add or remove columns
With this module, you can easily configure the columns displayed for different types of content:
- Articles and pages Add columns such as ID, featured image or excerpt. Remove unnecessary columns such as author, categories or tags.
- Media Display custom columns such as file size or item ID.
- Taxonomies Add a column for term IDs, or remove columns such as name or description.
- Comments Display comment IDs or remove superfluous columns such as author or associated reply.
- Users Add an ID column or remove columns such as name, e-mail address or role.
2. Display ID directly in actions
In addition to columns, the module allows you to add item IDs directly to available actions (such as edit, delete links, etc.). This is particularly useful for developers or administrators who frequently need to manipulate this information.
3. Compatibility with all types of content
The module works not only with articles and pages, but also with :
- Visit customized taxonomies.
- Visit customized content types (custom post types).
- Visit users and media.
4. Customization via an intuitive interface
A dedicated submenu page in WPMasterToolKit lets you configure all columns without having to touch a single line of code. You can activate or deactivate each column with checkboxes.
5. Performance optimization
Once configured, the module only adds the code required to display activated columns. If no modification is made to a content type, nothing is loaded. This modular principle guarantees optimum performance.
How to use this module
1. Go to module
In the WordPress administration panel, go to WPMasterToolKit > Enhance List Tables. A clear interface lets you select which columns to activate or deactivate for each type of content.
2. Configure columns
- Check or uncheck the columns you wish to show or hide.
- For example, for articles, you can activate a column to display the ID and highlighted image, while deleting the "Author" and "Tags" columns.
3. Save settings
Once you've made your selections, click the save button. The changes will be immediately visible in the corresponding lists on your WordPress dashboard.
4. Using IDs in actions
If you activate the display of IDs in actions (such as "Modify", "Delete", etc.), this information will be directly accessible for each element.
Our technical choices for this module
Using native WordPress filters and actions
For maximum compatibility with WordPress, this module relies on native filters and actions such as manage_posts_columns
, manage_media_columns
and manage_users_columns
. These entry points allow you to modify table behavior without conflicting with other plugins or the active theme.
Modularity and performance
The module does not load any unnecessary code. For example :
- If you don't modify the columns for taxonomies, no filters or actions related to taxonomies are added.
- What's more, the functions used to display columns such as the ID or the highlighted image are optimized to reduce the impact on page load speed.
Intuitive interface
The use of checkboxes in the interface allows even novice users to customize tables effortlessly. The module also includes input verification to ensure that only safe and valid values are recorded.
Conclusion
The Enhance List Tables module is a must-have tool for anyone looking to optimize the WordPress administration interface. Whether you're an administrator looking to streamline lists or a developer looking for a quick solution to manage columns, this module offers maximum flexibility with minimal impact on performance.
If you're looking to improve your workflow and make your WordPress dashboard more efficient, try this module today!