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Discover how to create a custom shortcode in WordPress and WooCommerce to display category names dynamically on your category pages.
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How to Dynamically Display Category Names with a Shortcode in WordPress and WooCommerce

If you're operating a WordPress site that utilizes WooCommerce, you may have found yourself in need of displaying the category name dynamically on category pages. This might be particularly relevant if you're looking to enhance your site's category description, such as showing: "You are watching [category]." This becomes a challenge when you want it to change based on the specific category being viewed, without having to hardcode it in every instance. In this guide, we're going to show you how to create a custom shortcode that accomplishes this task effortlessly.

Understanding the Problem

You want to effectively display the category name on its respective category page with a dynamic structure in place where the description updates based on the category currently being viewed. For example:

On the drinks category page, you want it to say: "You are watching drinks."

While on the electronics category page, it should read: "You are watching electronics."

Utilizing a shortcode solves the need for constant alterations in the text. This allows you to set a template for your messages that updates automatically based on the category.

Implementing the Solution

To achieve this, you'll need to leverage WordPress's built-in functionality for shortcodes and display the category name dynamically. Follow these steps to create your shortcode:

Step 1: Create Your Shortcode

Open Your Theme’s functions.php File: You will need access to the theme files, particularly the functions.php file. This file can typically be found in the “Appearance” = “Theme Editor” area of your WordPress dashboard.

Add Your Shortcode Here: Insert the following code into your functions.php file:

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Explanation: The above code defines a function myprefix_category() that returns the current category title using single_term_title(). We then register this function as a shortcode with the name [category].

Step 2: Customize Your Output

If you want to include a prefix string to your category name, you can modify the function like this:

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What’s Changed: Now, when you use the shortcode [category], it will output "You are watching [Category Name]" on the respective category page, enhancing user engagement with context about the category they are browsing.

Using the Shortcode in Your Content

To display your category message, simply place the shortcode [category] in any post or page where you want this output to appear. When users visit a category page, they’ll see the dynamically generated message without any additional work on your part.

Conclusion

Creating a custom shortcode for displaying the category name in WordPress and WooCommerce is simple yet effective. With just a few lines of code in your functions.php file, you can provide users with a dynamic category description that not only enhances the user experience but also keeps your content manageable. Try it out and enhance your WooCommerce store functionalities today!

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