[Resolved] “Block – Hook” with Dynamic Data X ACF

[webintas]

Hi there,

I am trying to get used to using your “Block – Hook” element. I want to use it for a sidebar widget for a custom post type where some content is static and some content is dynamic from ACF.

The static content is easy. Also the SIMPLE dynamic data (e.g. a text line) but I am running into issues when trying to output data from ACF where the data format is an array. Also text area where <br> or <p> tags are automatically added through the ACF settings is not working (no line breaks is added).

So how could I handle this? Is it possible to write some PHP in functions.php where I output the more advanced field and then hook into the “Block – Hook” element.

I hope the request is clear. I am looking forward to hearing from you.

Best Regards,
Peter B. Stidsen

[David]

Hi there,

you would need to create an ACF Shortcode to return content from an array.
You can add shortcodes inside a GenerateBlocks Headline Block if you want to use its styling controls.

We will be added ACF array and other feature support to a future GenerateBlocks Pro release.

Let me know if you need any more details.

[webintas]

Hi David,

So how do I create such shortcode?

[David]

If its a simple text then ACF comes with some baked in shortcodes:

https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/resources/shortcode/

If its more advanced then it requires some PHP.
And that will vary depending on what the field does.

So what does the field display ? eg. a list of text, or images ….

[webintas]

One field is just a text area where line breaks should be included.

The other field is a Google Map which should have output as here: https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/resources/google-map/#template-usage

[Ying]

I would recommend reaching out to ACF’s support for how to generate the shortcode.

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