Custom Fields for Taxonomies

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Here’s an explanation of the field settings:

Title of Field: This is where you specify the name or title of your custom field (e.g., “Author Name”).
Slug of Field: An automatically generated internal identifier for the field, typically not modified.
Field Type: Choose the type of field (e.g., text input, dropdown) that suits your data.
Description: Optionally, you can provide a brief description to explain the purpose or use of this field.
Fill your fields.
Select your taxonomy from the right side
Click on Save Field.

Here’s a brief explanation of each field type:

Text: A single-line input field where users can enter short textual information.
Text Area: Similar to the text field, but it allows for a larger block of text, suitable for paragraphs or longer content.
Image: This field type is used for uploading and displaying images. Users can select or upload an image file.
Color: Enables users to pick a color using a color picker, often displayed as a square with a spectrum of colors.
URL: A field type specifically designed for entering and validating URLs, ensuring that the provided value is a valid web address.
Gallery: Typically used for creating a collection of images or multimedia content, allowing users to select and organize multiple items.
oEmbed: Stands for “open embedding,” allowing users to embed external content (like videos or social media posts) by simply entering the URL.
Google Address: A field type that facilitates the input of location information using Google Maps, making it easier to integrate and display addresses.

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