=== Admin Columns ===
Contributors: codepress, tschutter, davidmosterd, engelen, dungengronovius
Tags: columns, admin columns, custom fields, list table, woocommerce
Requires at least: 5.9
Tested up to: 6.9.4
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 7.0.16
License: GPLv3
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

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

== Description ==

Admin Columns lets you customize and organize the columns displayed in the WordPress admin list tables for posts, pages, users, comments and media.

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.

Trusted by 100,000+ WordPress sites worldwide.

With a simple drag-and-drop interface you can:

* **Add any column** to posts, pages, users, media and comments
* **Reorder and resize** columns to match your workflow
* **Choose from 200+ column types** including custom fields, taxonomies and file data
* **Display rich metadata** such as images, dates, colors and relational fields
* **Create clean overviews** for even the most complex websites

It works for any site from simple blogs to large WooCommerce stores.

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= Why Admin Columns? =

Default WordPress list tables are limited. They often show only the title, author and date.

Admin Columns turns them into useful management screens that show you what matters.

Examples:

* See **featured images, custom fields and taxonomies** directly in the post list table
* Display **media file size, dimensions or EXIF data**
* View **user metadata and roles** in the users screen
* Keep track of **large content libraries**

= Popular use cases =

Admin Columns is used by developers, agencies and site owners to manage content more efficiently.

Common setups:

* Managing **WooCommerce products** with price, SKU or stock columns
* Displaying **ACF custom fields** in post list tables
* Organizing **large media libraries**
* Reviewing **SEO metadata from Yoast**
* Organizing **custom post types** with the right columns

= Built for developers =

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.

* Full [hooks and filters reference](https://docs.admincolumns.com/article/15-hooks-and-filters/) for custom integrations
* Register column configurations in PHP for version-controlled setups
* Designed to work alongside page builders, custom post type plugins and third-party extensions

Explore the [developer documentation](https://docs.admincolumns.com/category/75-developer/).

= Admin Columns Pro =

Upgrade to **Admin Columns Pro** for sorting, filtering, inline editing and more. With Pro you can:

* **Sort** any column
* **Filter content** with stackable smart filters
* **Inline editing** – edit titles, custom fields, taxonomies and more directly from the list table
* **Bulk editing** – update multiple items at once
* **Conditional formatting** – color-code rows and cells based on rules
* **Export to CSV**
* **Import/export column sets** between sites or team members
* **Save to PHP** for version-controlled column configurations

Admin Columns Pro also provides deep integrations with popular plugins:

* **Advanced Custom Fields** – display and edit all field types
* **WooCommerce** – product and order columns
* **Yoast SEO** – SEO score and metadata columns
* **Toolset Types** – custom fields and relationships
* **Pods** – Pods fields and content types

Learn more about the additional features of Admin Columns Pro on our website:

[Upgrade to Admin Columns Pro](https://www.admincolumns.com/admin-columns-pro/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme)

= Supported content types =

Admin Columns works with the following WordPress admin screens:

* Posts, Pages and Custom Post Types
* Users
* Media Library
* Comments
* Taxonomies (Pro)

= Custom field column =

Admin Columns allows you to display custom fields (post meta and user meta) directly in the admin list table.

Supported field formats include:

* Color
* Date
* Images
* Number
* Text
* URL
* True/False
* Relational: Posts, Users and Media

= Docs & Support =

Is this your first time using Admin Columns? Check out our documentation and guides:

[Documentation](https://docs.admincolumns.com)
[Getting Started](https://docs.admincolumns.com/category/16-getting-started/)
[Developer documentation](https://docs.admincolumns.com/category/75-developer/)

Need help? Please visit the Admin Columns [support forums](https://admincolumns.com/support/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme).

= Contribute =

Admin Columns is open source and community-driven. There are several ways to contribute:

* **Translate**: Help translate Admin Columns on [WordPress.org](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/codepress-admin-columns) or Pro translations on [Transifex](https://www.transifex.com/projects/p/admin-columns/)
* **Report issues**: Found a bug? Report it on [GitHub](https://github.com/codepress/admin-columns)
* **Suggest features**: Submit ideas to our [public roadmap](https://www.admincolumns.com/public-roadmap/)

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is Admin Columns free? =

Yes. The core plugin is free and includes column management for posts, pages, users, comments and media.

Admin Columns Pro adds advanced features such as sorting, filtering, inline editing, bulk editing, conditional formatting and CSV export. [Learn more](https://www.admincolumns.com/admin-columns-pro/?utm_source=wordpressorg&utm_medium=readme).

= Can I display custom fields? =

Yes. Admin Columns lets you display custom fields for posts and users directly in the list table. Supported types include images, numbers, URLs, dates and more.

Admin Columns Pro also provides deep integrations with plugins such as Advanced Custom Fields, which adds support for all ACF field types.

= Does it work with WooCommerce, ACF and other plugins? =

Yes. Admin Columns works with most WordPress plugins out of the box. Admin Columns Pro provides dedicated integrations for WooCommerce, Advanced Custom Fields, Yoast SEO, Toolset Types, Pods and more.

= Can I sort or filter columns? =

Sorting and filtering are available in **Admin Columns Pro**, so you can quickly find what you're looking for.

= Can I edit content directly from the list table? =

Yes. **Admin Columns Pro** supports inline editing and bulk editing, so you can update titles, taxonomies, custom fields and more without leaving the list table.

= How do I reset my column settings? =

You can reset column settings from the column settings page by clicking "Restore columns" in the sidebar. This restores the default WordPress columns for that screen. See our [getting started guide](https://docs.admincolumns.com/category/16-getting-started/) for more details.

= What filters and hooks can I use? =

Developers can extend Admin Columns using many actions and filters. You can find the full reference here: [Hooks & Filters](https://docs.admincolumns.com/article/15-hooks-and-filters/)

== Screenshots ==

1. Configure your columns with a simple drag-and-drop interface. Add custom fields, featured images, taxonomies, and more - then reorder them exactly how you want.
2. Transform your WordPress posts list into a clear content overview. View featured images, word count, reading time, and custom fields without opening a single post.
3. Admin Columns works on any custom post type. Add columns for your custom fields and see all your data at a glance - no more opening records one by one.
4. Admin Columns works across every WordPress screen. Enhance the Users list table with last login, post count, role, and more - and apply the same power to media, orders, and custom post types.
5. Sort by any column and filter with smart conditions like "contains", "before", and "is greater than". Save filters as segments and share them with your team. Works on posts, pages, users, and custom post types. (Admin Columns Pro feature)
6. Admin Columns Pro lets you edit posts, users, and custom fields directly from the list table. No more opening and closing individual edit screens. (Admin Columns Pro feature)

== Installation ==

= Automatic installation =

1. **Visit** Plugins > Add New in your WordPress dashboard
2. **Search** for "Admin Columns"
3. **Install and Activate** Admin Columns from your Plugins page
4. **Visit** Settings > Admin Columns to create your first column set

= Manual installation =

1. **Download** the plugin from [WordPress.org](https://wordpress.org/plugins/codepress-admin-columns/)
2. **Upload** the `codepress-admin-columns` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/`
3. **Activate** the plugin through the Plugins screen
4. **Visit** Settings > Admin Columns to get started

= After activation =

Head to Settings > Admin Columns and start customizing your columns. Check out the [getting started guide](https://docs.admincolumns.com/category/16-getting-started/) for a walkthrough.

== Changelog ==

= 7.0.16 =
Release Date: April 17th, 2026

* [Fixed] Fixed a critical error on sites where the PHP mbstring extension is not available.
* [Fixed] Fixed a UI issue in the ACF field settings tab where inline scripts interfered with the page rendering.

= 7.0.15 =
Release Date: April 14th, 2026

* [Improved] Various improvements to ACF field setting support.

= 7.0.14 =
Release Date: March 31st, 2026

* [Added] ACF field settings tab to add fields as admin columns directly from the field group editor.
* [Added] Column editor now scrolls to the opened column when linked from ACF field settings.
* [Added] Word Count columns now support Before & After text to prepend or append custom text around the count.
* [Added] Custom field column settings now display the meta key for reference.
* [Added] ACF date save format option for custom field date columns.
* [Improved] File columns now group attachments by file type and display multiple filenames separated by commas.
* [Improved] Refreshed column settings sidebar with updated review and support panels.
* [Improved] Improved Before & After display options UI.
* [Fixed] Fixed the post link option not appearing for most property types in the Comment Post column.
* [Fixed] Fixed the post link option not appearing for most property types in the User First Post and Last Post columns.
* [Fixed] Fixed a potential error in user property columns when the display setting has not been saved yet.
* [Fixed] Fixed "Default" option duplicating in the primary column preference dropdown.
* [Fixed] Fixed template creation showing a success notification even when it failed.
* [Fixed] Fixed media custom field columns not supporting multiple file uploads.

[See changelog for all versions](https://github.com/codepress/admin-columns/blob/main/changelog.txt).

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