Description
MetaViewer helps developers and advanced users view all post meta and user meta data in a clear, organized table format. It supports custom post types and displays the data type of each value (string, integer, array, etc.).
This plugin is useful for debugging, development, or reviewing what’s stored in WordPress meta fields.
Key Features:
- View post meta data on the edit screen of all post types.
- View user meta data on user profile pages.
- Clean tabular layout with zebra striping.
- Auto-detects and displays data types (string, int, array, etc.).
- Translation ready and lightweight.
- Compatible with PHP 7.4 to 8.3.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to any post, page, or custom post type to view its meta data in a meta box.
- Visit any user profile (edit screen) to view user meta.
FAQ
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Who can see the meta data?
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Only logged-in users who can access the admin panel (typically editors, admins, etc.).
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Does it support custom post types?
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Yes, it supports all public custom post types.
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Can I export meta data?
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No, this plugin only displays data, it doesn’t handle export.
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Contributors & Developers
“MetaViewer – Debug Meta Data” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.0.0
- Initial release.