Display WordPress Content on Specific Pages without a Plugin

WordPress is a versatile and user-friendly platform that powers a significant portion of the internet. While plugins can enhance its functionality, there are times when a streamlined approach is preferred. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to display WordPress content on specific pages without relying on plugins. This manual method provides more control and customization options for users who want a hands-on approach to managing their website’s content.

To display content on specific pages, you first need to identify the target pages. In WordPress, each page is assigned a unique Page ID and has a corresponding slug (the part of the URL that identifies a particular page). To find the Page ID, go to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to “Pages,” and hover over the page you want. In the bottom left corner of your browser, you’ll see the ID in the link address. Alternatively, you can find the slug in the URL when editing the page.

Within the custom-page-template.php file, you can use conditional statements to check the current page’s ID or slug. For example, you can use the following code snippet:

[php] <?php
/*
Template Name: Custom Page Template
*/
?>

<?php get_header(); ?>

<?php
// Check if the current page has a specific ID
if (is_page( 'your-page-id' )) {
// Display custom content for this page
echo '<div class="custom-content">Your unique content goes here</div>';
} else {
// Display default content for other pages
while (have_posts()) : the_post();
the_content();
endwhile;
}
?>

<?php get_footer(); ?>
[/php]

Replace ‘your-page-id’ with the actual Page ID or slug of the page where you want to display unique content. Customize the HTML within the conditional statement to showcase the desired content.

Save the custom-page-template.php file and upload it to your theme folder via FTP or your WordPress theme editor.

Now, when editing a page in WordPress, you can select the custom page template from the Page Attributes section on the right-hand side.

By following these steps, you can display WordPress content on specific pages without relying on plugins. This manual method allows for greater customization and control over your website’s presentation. Whether you’re a developer seeking a hands-on approach or a user looking to minimize plugin usage, this technique empowers you to tailor your content to specific pages with ease.