LCS Field Builder

Description

LCS Field Builder gives editors and site builders a lightweight field-group workflow inspired by larger custom field plugins, while keeping the data model close to native WordPress.

Features include:

Field groups stored as a dedicated admin-managed post type
Location rules for post types, page templates, specific pages, and specific posts
Text, textarea, WYSIWYG, image, gallery, file, video, audio, oEmbed, link, URL, email, page link, date, time, color, button group, tab, and repeater fields
Nested repeaters, including media and rich content sub fields
Automatic frontend display options, helper functions, and shortcodes
Export and import tools for field groups
Admin assets loaded only on LCS Field Builder screens
Frontend stylesheet loaded only when supported shortcodes are present

The plugin stores field definitions in a custom post type plus post meta, which keeps the builder portable through normal WordPress content export workflows.

Screenshots

Field group editor with configurable fields and display controls

Field-group builder showing settings and field configuration — Field group editor with configurable fields and display controls

Installation

Upload the plugin folder to /wp-content/plugins/ or install it through the WordPress Plugins screen.
Activate LCS Field Builder.
Open Field Groups in the WordPress admin menu.
Create a field group, add fields, and configure its location rules.
Edit a matching post or page to start saving field data.

FAQ

Where are field groups stored?: Field groups are stored as a dedicated internal custom post type and their settings are saved in post meta. Field values for content are stored in normal WordPress post meta.
Can I output values in templates?: Yes. Use helper functions like lcfb_get_field() and repeater helpers like lcfb_have_rows(), lcfb_the_row(), and lcfb_get_sub_field().
Does the plugin support nested repeaters?: Yes. Repeaters can contain another repeater as a sub field.

Reviews

hdadima August 3, 2026

I’ve been using this field builder for a recent project, and it has been a great experience. The interface is clean, intuitive, and makes creating custom fields incredibly easy. It offers the flexibility I need without unnecessary complexity, making development much faster. If you’re looking for an alternative to ACF or simply want a lightweight and reliable field builder, this plugin is definitely worth trying. Everything works smoothly, the documentation is clear, and the overall user experience is excellent. Looking forward to future updates and new features. Great work by the developers!

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