JetEngine Custom Post Type – Get Started With the Basics (Lesson 1)

JetEngine Custom Post Type is a powerful feature of the JetEngine plugin by Crocoblock. This tutorial will walk you through the basics of setting up and using custom post types with JetEngine.

Prerequisites

Please make sure you have the following installed and activated:

• Elementor
• JetEngine

Introduction to JetEngine

JetEngine is a plugin that extends the functionality of WordPress and Elementor by allowing you to create custom post types, custom fields, and more. It’s a one-stop solution for many features that you’d otherwise need multiple plugins for.

Setting Up JetEngine Modules

1. Navigate to JetEngine > JetEngine.
2. Select the modules you want to use. For this tutorial, we’ll focus on Grid Gallery for Dynamic Field widget and Forms (Legacy).
   

Tip: If you’re unsure about a module, each has a helpful video and description to guide you.

Creating Your First Custom Post Type

1. Navigate to JetEngine > Post Types.
2. Click Add New.
3. Name the Post Type “Sessions” in the name field. This will automatically create a slug.
4. Skip the labels section unless you have specific naming requirements.
   

Note: Changing labels like “Add New Item” to “Add New Session” is optional and often unnecessary.

Advanced Settings

Menu Icon

• Choose an icon that will represent your custom post type in the WordPress dashboard.
  

Enable Features

• Select the features you want to enable for your custom post type. For example, Title and Featured Image.
  

Insight: By default, only Title and Editor are enabled. You can add more like Featured Image, Comments, etc., based on your needs.

JetEngine Custom Post Type – Conclusion

Creating custom post types with JetEngine is a straightforward process that offers a lot of flexibility. This tutorial covered the basics, and future tutorials will explore more advanced features like custom fields and glossaries.