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1. tjobbe
   Member
   Posted 2 years ago #

   Hi Guys,

   I have created a page and set it as my static front page in the options, now I'd also like to add a "simple" conditional statement to my page.php that shows the latest X posts from a particular category on the home page, but only the home page.

   I haven't a clue where to begin with this! I have searched - believe me - but for whatever reason I just can't seem to find exactly what I need.

   Please don't just direct me to the conditional tags section - I've seen it and read it but what I'm really looking for is what code to use on the page to show the latest X posts from Y category if it's the home page.

   Thanks in advance, ANY help appreciated!

2. vtxyzzy
   Member
   Posted 2 years ago #

   Here is some sample code adapted from the Codex:The Loop/Multiple Loops In Action:

   // going off on my own here
    <?php if ( is_front_page() ) :
      $temp_query = clone $wp_query;
      query_posts('category_name=special_cat&posts_per_page=10');
      while (have_posts()) : the_post(); ?>
         <!-- Do special_cat stuff... -->
      <?php endwhile; ?>
   
      // now back to our regularly scheduled programming
      <?php $wp_query = clone $temp_query;
   endif; ?>

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