Congratulations on installing the Easy ACF Repeater for Elementor plugin!
This guide will help you take your first steps, from setting up a repeater to creating templates and linking dynamic content in Elementor.
Setting Up Your First Repeater
To start working with ACF repeater fields, you first need to define them in your ACF settings. If you’re unfamiliar with ACF repeater fields, check out the official ACF documentation for a complete guide.
Steps to Create a Repeater:
- Navigate to ACF
Go to Custom Fields > Add New in your WordPress dashboard. - Create a Field Group
Name your field group and set the location rules (e.g., assign it to a specific post type or page). - Add a Repeater Field
- Click Add Field and select “Repeater” as the field type.
- Add subfields to the repeater (e.g., text, image, link).
- Save Changes
Once configured, click Publish. Your repeater field is now ready to use! - Add some content to your repeater
Create a new post or page and populate the repeater subfields. Add new rows as needed and fill in the details for each subfield.
Linking ACF Repeater Fields to Elementor
Integrating ACF repeater fields with Elementor can be achieved in two primary ways: using native Elementor widgets or the dedicated repeater widgets provided by this plugin. Each approach serves different needs, and understanding their differences will help you select the right one for your project.
Method 1: Using Dedicated Repeater Widgets (Easy ACF Repeater / Easy ACF Repeater Carousel)
These widgets are specifically designed to work seamlessly with ACF repeater fields, offering advanced control and flexibility.
Key Features:
- Template-Based: Choose a template to define how each repeater item is displayed.
- No Subfield Mapping: The entire design is handled through the chosen template.
- Custom No Data Message: Display a message when no data is available.
- Rich Display Options: For example, the Carousel widget supports autoplay, slide speed, and navigation controls.
Read more about the dedicated repeater widgets.
Method 2: Using Native Elementor Widgets (Tabs, Toggle, Accordion, etc.)
These widgets gain repeater support through the plugin, enabling dynamic integration without requiring custom templates.
Key Features:
- Subfield Mapping: Map specific subfields (e.g., title, content, image, or link) directly to the widget’s controls.
- No Templates Required: All design work is done in the Elementor editor.
- Quick Setup: Ideal for simpler use cases where full design flexibility isn’t needed.
- Interactive Elements: Create engaging components like tabs and accordions, allowing users to view content selectively rather than displaying everything at once.
Read more about native widgets integration.
Important Note:
In the Elementor editor, you’ll see dummy non-dynamic values instead of the actual data. This is expected. The live preview on the frontend will display the correct content.