WordPress Add Shortcodes To Excerpts

Shortcodes are a way to execute specific functions in WordPress by using a small code snippet. By default, shortcodes are not processed in WordPress excerpts (short summaries of posts). However, you can add shortcodes to excerpts by using a filter hook in your theme's functions.php file or a custom plugin.

Here's an example of how you can add shortcodes to WordPress excerpts:

1. Open your theme's functions.php file or create a custom plugin if you prefer.

2. Add the following code to your functions.php file or plugin:

function do_shortcode_in_excerpt( $excerpt ) {
  if ( has_excerpt() ) {
    $excerpt = do_shortcode( $excerpt );
  }
  return $excerpt;
}
add_filter( 'the_excerpt', 'do_shortcode_in_excerpt' );

3. Save the changes to your functions.php file or plugin.

Now, any shortcodes you use in your excerpt will be processed and executed.

Note: If you are using a custom plugin, make sure to activate it before the changes take effect. Also, be careful when adding code to your theme's functions.php file, as a mistake could cause your website to break. It's always a good idea to create a backup of your website before making any changes.