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ACF / SCF Field Generator

Generate boilerplate code for a custom field compatible with ACF / SCF. Fill the settings and click “Generate” to copy the result.

Building custom fields for ACF or Secure Custom Fields (SCF) often requires writing the same boilerplate over and over: field class structure, settings, rendering logic, assets loading, localization, and compatibility with repeaters or Gutenberg.

The ACF / SCF Field Generator helps you generate a clean starting point for a custom field type, so you can focus on the unique logic of your field instead of scaffolding.

What Is an ACF / SCF Custom Field?

ACF/SCF custom fields are field types implemented in code (usually as a PHP class) that define:

  • How the field is configured in the admin UI (settings)
  • How it renders in edit screens
  • How values are saved and formatted
  • How the field behaves in repeaters, flexible content, and blocks
  • How scripts and styles are loaded

Custom fields are useful when a standard text/select/number field isn’t enough and you need a reusable UI component with custom behavior.

What This Field Generator Creates

This generator outputs a developer-ready scaffold for building a custom ACF/SCF field type, typically including:

  • A field class (extending the ACF field base class)
  • Core field metadata (name, label, category, defaults)
  • Field settings (example: toggles, placeholders, options)
  • Admin rendering methods (input + settings rendering)
  • Script/style enqueue placeholders
  • Localization-ready strings (translatable text)
  • A clean structure that can be adapted for:
    • Repeaters
    • Flexible content
    • Block editor contexts (where applicable)

The tool focuses on giving you a correct, consistent foundation that you can paste into your plugin and extend.

Why Use a Generator for ACF / SCF Fields?

Hand-writing a field type from scratch often leads to:

  • Missing properties or inconsistent naming
  • No localization setup (or incomplete translations)
  • Asset loading issues (scripts not loading in repeaters)
  • Field rendering problems in nested contexts
  • Boilerplate duplicated across multiple field types

This generator reduces that overhead and helps you start with a solid structure every time.

How to Use the ACF / SCF Field Generator

  1. Provide the basic field details:
    • Field name (slug)
    • Label (admin UI name)
    • Category
    • Defaults and options
  2. Select optional behaviors (if available):
    • Editor compatibility notes
    • Read-only mode
    • Additional settings
  3. Click Generate.
  4. Copy the generated code and paste it into your plugin.

The output is displayed in a readable code editor (CodeMirror) and can be copied instantly.

Best Practices (Quick Checklist)

  • Use a stable, unique field name (slug) for compatibility.
  • Keep settings minimal—only what users need.
  • Ensure all strings are translatable.
  • Test the field inside:
    • Repeaters
    • Flexible content
    • Different post types
  • If your field renders HTML, make escaping strategy explicit.

Who Is This Tool For?

This generator is intended for:

  • WordPress developers creating custom plugins
  • Teams building internal field libraries
  • Developers migrating ACF workflows to SCF
  • Anyone building reusable field UI components

If you want to ship fields that are clean, consistent, and easier to maintain, this tool helps you get there faster.