WordPress Shortcode Generator
Generate shortcode callback boilerplate with attributes, defaults, and optional enclosing tags — ready to paste into your plugin.
Ideal when you need front-end output scaffolds without rewriting add_shortcode() and shortcode_atts() from scratch.
Shortcodes start the same way every time
Tag name, display label, attributes, defaults, enclosing content support — then a callback stub you customize for the real output.
Zelvigo’s Shortcode Generator builds that scaffold so you spend time on the markup and logic that matter.
What you can generate
- Shortcode tag — lowercase, numbers, underscores, hyphens (max 40 chars)
- Display name & description for your registry
- Attributes — comma-separated names or
name=defaultpairs - Enclosing shortcode support for
[tag]content[/tag] - Callback scaffold with attribute parsing and defaults
How it works
- Open Zelvigo Dev Studio → Create Shortcode
- Enter tag, display name, attributes, and options
- Click Generate and review the PHP callback
- Customize the return/output section, then copy into your plugin or a plugin package
Works best with
- CPT Generator — content behind the shortcode
- Settings API Generator — configure shortcode defaults
- Plugin Boilerplate — ship everything in one ZIP
Frequently asked questions
Is the output a finished shortcode or a scaffold?
A professional scaffold: registration, attribute parsing, and defaults. You customize the return/output for your use case.
Can I use enclosing shortcodes?
Yes. Enable Enclosing Shortcode when you need content between opening and closing tags.
What do I need?
WordPress 6.5+, PHP 8.0+, and an active Pro license for cloud generators.
Generate your next shortcode scaffold fast
Define the tag and attributes once, get the PHP callback structure, then focus on what the shortcode should render.