Display recent posts filtered by post type, category, tag, or author — as a classic widget, Gutenberg block, or shortcode.
Alternatives to AC Custom Loop Shortcode
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Relevant replacements
WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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Generate a human-readable sitemap of your pages and posts with a simple shortcode.
W4 Post Listv3.0.9
Build lists the Query Loop can't: posts grouped by year, category or author, term lists and user directories — via block, shortcode or widget.
Display WordPress Post on your website in a List or Archive list view. Display category post, archive post, recent post and post list with category.
Category Posts Blockv5.1.2
Shows a list of recent posts from a category - with thumbnails, excerpt and a load more button. For posts, pages and the Site Editor.
List Post Tags Shortcodev1.0.1
Display all post tags on your site using a simple shortcode with customizable format, sorting, and caching options.
Ultimate Post Listv5.2.9
Make up custom-tailored preview lists of the contents easily and place them in widget areas and post contents.
Zone Manager (Zoninator)v0.11.0
Content curation made easy! Create "zones" then add and order your content!
The easiest and most useful plugin to display blog posts, pages, or custom posts in beautiful post layouts like post grid, post carousel & post slider
Magazine and news blocks for Gutenberg: post grid, post list, featured posts, hero and authors. Choose a layout instead of building a Query Loop.