ACF Quick Edit Fields Review - In-Depth Analysis
Enhance your WordPress List Tables with Quick Edit for ACF fields. Supports bulk edit and custom columns.
Performance Overview
User Rating
4.5/5 (based on 43+
reviews)
Active Installations
30,000+
Update Frequency
Average
It is calculated using the weighted average of same category
plugins.
Security Score
3 / 10
(Low Risk)
It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.
What It Does
This plugin adds Quick Edit functionality to the Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) plugin, allowing users to edit ACF field values directly from WordPress List Tables.
It supports post, term, and user list tables, enabling scalar columns to be sortable. Users can also add filters and bulk edit ACF fields, improving the management of custom fields.
While the plugin has known limitations, such as compatibility issues with certain plugins and WooCommerce, it provides a valuable tool for enhancing ACF usability in WordPress.
Comparing to Alternatives
ACF Quick Edit Fields stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique solution for enhancing ACF functionality in WordPress.
Strengths
- Seamlessly integrates with ACF Pro to extend quick edit capabilities.
- Allows selection of which fields appear in list and quick edit views.
- Saves time by enabling editing of custom fields directly from post list tables.
- Highly intuitive and simple to use, praised for its ease of use.
- Regularly maintained with fixes for known issues.
Weaknesses
- Occasional issues with quick edit fields not saving correctly.
- Bulk editing can cause critical errors leading to site crashes.
- Some users find the quick edit process clunky and not as fast as expected.
- Limited to users already using ACF Pro, as it extends its functionality.
User Sentiment Analysis
With a strong majority of 5-star ratings (83.7%) and an overall rating of 4.5, users generally appreciate the plugin's functionality and ease of use. However, a small portion of users report significant issues, reflected in the 1-2 star reviews.
Positive highlights
- "Outstanding!!!" - nancy.hildebrandt
- "My Favorite and only ACF addition, so simple and intuitive." - nicmare
- "Essential addon for ACF, amazing extension." - carlosvai
- "Very Powerful, works very well." - christianfdk
- "A must have if you are using custom fields." - Manou Allou
Common complaints
- Quick edit fields sometimes do not save correctly, with the spinner continuing indefinitely.
- Bulk editing fields can cause critical errors that break the site.
Weaknesses
- Saving issues with quick edit fields causing user frustration.
- Bulk editing instability leading to site crashes.
- User interface for quick edits can feel clunky and not as quick as expected.
Who Should Use This?
Best for
Users who rely heavily on Advanced Custom Fields Pro and want to streamline editing custom fields directly from post and custom post type list tables.
Not ideal for
Users who require flawless bulk editing functionality or those who are not using ACF Pro, as this plugin extends its features and may cause site instability in bulk operations.
Pricing & Value
Free version includes
The free version offers essential quick edit field capabilities integrated with ACF Pro, allowing users to add and manage custom fields in list views.
Pro version
The pro version typically includes enhanced features such as more field types support, improved bulk editing stability, and priority support, although specific premium features are not clearly detailed.
Final Verdict
ACF Quick Edit Fields is a valuable tool for users of ACF Pro looking to enhance their workflow by editing custom fields directly from list tables. It enjoys high praise for its simplicity, integration, and time-saving features, making it a standout in its niche without direct alternatives.
However, users should be cautious with bulk editing features due to reported critical errors and saving issues. While the plugin is well-maintained and has addressed past vulnerabilities, those needing robust bulk editing or not using ACF Pro may find it less suitable. Overall, it offers excellent value for its target audience with a reasonable security profile.
Other Notable Features
Here are a few other notable features of this free
ACF Quick Edit Fields plugin.
FAQ
Presumbly I won’t. However, there are some plugin filters and actions that might come in handy, if you decide to write an implementation by yourself.
I even wrote a tutorial page on how to write our own field type integration.
Please use the issues section in the GitHub-Repository. A well described issue that can be reproduced quickly is more likely to be fixed quickly.
I will most likely not maintain the support forum on wordpress.org. Anyway, other users might have an answer for you, so it’s worth a shot.
Welcome to the world of commerce.
If you are located in the EU, you can hire me for the usual market price of an IT guy in central europe.
Outside the EU you can try to fix it yourself or find someone who does. I will likely accept well crafted and tested pull request in the GitHub-Repository.
Please post an issue in the GitHub-Repository
Please use the issues section in the GitHub-Repository. A well described issue that can be reproduced quickly is more likely to be fixed quickly.
I will most likely not maintain the support forum on wordpress.org. Anyway, other users might have an answer for you, so it’s worth a shot.
Welcome to the world of commerce.
If you are located in the EU, you can hire me for the usual market price of an IT guy in central europe.
Outside the EU you can try to fix it yourself or find someone who does. I will likely accept well crafted and tested pull request in the GitHub-Repository.
Please post an issue in the GitHub-Repository
Contributors and developers
“ACF Quick Edit Fields”
is open source software. The following people have
contributed to this plugin.
