Description
Copy Paste Tools for ACF adds intuitive copy, paste, and clear functionality directly in the WordPress editor for enhanced ACF workflow.
Key Features:
- Copy & Paste ACF Blocks: Easily copy entire ACF blocks or individual field groups
- Full & Partial Copying: Choose between copying everything (including media) or excluding media files
- Nested Repeater Support: Handles complex nested repeater fields with multiple levels
- Media Field Support: Copy and paste images, galleries, and file uploads
- Cross-Site Compatibility: Copy blocks between different WordPress sites
- One-Click Clear: Clear all field values with automatic confirmation handling
- Smart Validation: Intelligent field matching for safe pasting
Perfect for:
* Content managers working with repetitive ACF blocks
* Developers testing ACF field configurations
* Teams sharing ACF block templates across sites
* Anyone who frequently creates similar content structures
The plugin integrates seamlessly with ACF’s existing interface, adding a clean toolbar with four buttons: Copy (Full), Copy (Partial), Paste, and Clear.
Screenshots
ACF block with copy/paste toolbar showing four buttons: Copy (Full), Copy (Partial), Paste, and Clear
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/copy-paste-tools-for-acfdirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- The copy/paste buttons will automatically appear on ACF blocks in the WordPress editor.
Requirements:
* Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) plugin must be installed and activated
* WordPress 5.0 or higher
* PHP 7.4 or higher
FAQ
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Do I need ACF Pro?
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Yes, this plugin requires Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) Pro as it uses ACF’s JavaScript API for advanced field handling.
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Does it work with nested repeater fields?
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Yes! The plugin fully supports nested repeater fields with unlimited levels of nesting.
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Can I copy between different WordPress sites?
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Yes, the plugin supports cross-site copying using the system clipboard. Both sites need to have the plugin installed.
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What’s the difference between full and partial copy?
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Full copy includes all fields including media uploads (images, files, galleries). Partial copy excludes media files but copies all text and other field types.
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Will it overwrite existing content?
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No, the plugin adds content to existing fields rather than replacing them, preserving your current data.
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Does it work with all ACF field types?
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The plugin supports most ACF field types including text, textarea, select, checkbox, repeater, flexible content, group, image, gallery, and file fields.
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Contributors & Developers
“Copy Paste Tools for Advanced Custom Fields” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.2.1
- Changed slug and naming –> copy-paste-tools-for-acf
1.2.0
- Added internationalization (i18n) support
- Added Ukrainian and English translations
- Improved localization for all user interface elements
- Enhanced accessibility with proper text domains
- Updated plugin structure for WordPress.org standards
1.1.0
- Added support for media field copying and pasting
- Improved nested repeater field handling
- Added cross-site copy/paste functionality
- Enhanced field validation and error handling
- Fixed visual updates for media fields after pasting
- Added partial copy mode (excluding media files)
- Improved DOM manipulation for better compatibility
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Basic copy/paste functionality for ACF blocks
- Support for simple field types
- Clear block functionality