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PODS - Install and Activation

PODS Documentation: https://docs.pods.io

This is the instructions on how to Create a front-facing fillable form using Pods in WordPress involves a few steps. Here's a simplified set of instructions for a layperson:

Note: Before you start, make sure you have a WordPress website set up, and the Pods plugin installed and activated.

  1. Install and Activate Pods Plugin:

    • Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.

    • Navigate to "Plugins" and click on "Add New."

    • Search for "Pods" in the search bar.

    • Install and activate the "Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields" plugin.

  2. Create a New Pod:

    • In the WordPress admin dashboard, go to "Pods Admin" (usually found in the left sidebar).

    • Click on "Add New" to create a new Pod.

    • Name your Pod (e.g., "Form Entries").

    • Choose "Advanced Content Types" as the Pod type.

    • Click "Next" and then "Finish."

  3. Add Fields to the Pod:

    • In the newly created Pod, click on "Manage Fields."

    • Add the fields you want in your form (e.g., Name, Email, Address) by clicking on "Add Field."

    • For each field, choose the field type (e.g., Text, Email) and configure the settings as needed.

  4. Create a Front-Facing Form:

    • In the WordPress admin dashboard, go to "Pages" and either create a new page or edit an existing one.

    • Use the Pods Form Builder to add a new form to the page.

    • Select the Pod you created earlier and add the fields you want to include in your form.

    • Save the page.

  5. Configure Form Settings:

    • Within the Pods Form Builder, you can set various options for your form, such as confirmation messages and redirects.

    • Configure the form to your liking and save the changes.

  6. Link Form Fields to Documents:

    • In Pods, go to "Pods Admin" and click on "Templates."

    • Create a new template for the document you want to populate with form data.

    • Use the Pod shortcodes to link the template fields to the corresponding form fields.

  7. Test Your Form:

    • Visit the page where you added the form.

    • Fill out the form and submit it.

    • Verify that the data is being stored in your Pod.

  8. Display the Data:

    • You can display the data in various ways on your WordPress site using Pods shortcodes or widgets.

Remember that this is a simplified guide, and the actual process might vary depending on your specific requirements and the version of the Pods plugin. Always refer to the official documentation for detailed instructions and updates.