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Meta Box Group
Meta Box Group by MetaBox is a WordPress plugin that extends Meta Box so you can collect related custom fields into groups. Groups can be repeated, nested inside each other and collapsed, which keeps meta boxes on posts, pages and custom post types easier to read and fill in.
- Version
- 1.4.7
- Released
- Jul 17, 2026
- Developer
- Meta Box
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Meta Box
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in Meta Box Group 1.4.7
Version 1.4.7 · Jul 17, 2026
Latest
- NewAdded de_DE formal translation.
What it does
Custom fields pile up quickly on content-heavy sites. A book entry might need a title, author, ISBN and cover, and a music album might need a list of tracks, each with its own details. Without grouping, those fields sit in one long list that is hard to scan and easy to get wrong. This extension for the Meta Box plugin lets you bundle related fields into a single group, so editors see clear sections instead of a wall of inputs.
Groups can be cloned with one click, which repeats the whole group and every sub-field inside it. You can nest groups within groups to build layered data, then drag cloned groups into a new order right on the edit screen. Sub-field values are stored together in a single database row. Group titles can show numbering or a sub-field value, and with MB Columns you can lay groups out side by side in a column grid.
Best for
- Developers building structured custom fields with Meta Box
- Catalog sites listing books, albums or similar detailed items
- Event sites managing repeated schedule entries
Features
Group related custom fields
Bundle connected fields into one group inside a meta box so data entry on posts, pages and custom post types is clearer and better organized.
Repeatable groups with cloning
Clone an entire group, including all of its nested sub-fields, with a single click to add as many repeated entries as your content needs.
Multi-level nesting
Place groups inside other groups to build hierarchical data structures, such as albums containing tracks or catalogs containing detailed item records.
Collapsible sections
Open or close each group while editing to cut down on screen clutter and focus on the section you are working on.
Drag and drop reordering
Rearrange cloned groups directly on the post or page edit screen to keep repeated entries in a logical order.
Single row data storage
Sub-fields in a group are saved together in one database row, which keeps related data consolidated instead of scattered across many entries.
Dynamic group titles
Set group headings to show numbering or the value of a sub-field, making it easier to tell repeated groups apart while editing.
Column layouts with MB Columns
Used with MB Columns, groups can be displayed horizontally in a column grid for a more compact and readable editing screen.
Meta Box Group older versions
- 1.4.6Jul 16, 20251 new, 1 fix
- 1.4.5Dec 17, 20241 fix
- 1.4.4Nov 19, 20242 new
- 1.4.3Nov 1, 2024
- 1.4.2Sep 26, 2024
- 1.4.1Sep 8, 2024
- 1.4.0Aug 20, 2024
- 1.3.19Jan 22, 2024
- 1.3.18Sep 18, 2023
- 1.3.17Apr 18, 2023
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Meta Box Group
Do I need the Meta Box plugin to use this?
Yes. Meta Box Group is an extension for the Meta Box plugin, and it works with the custom fields you create through Meta Box. It adds grouping, cloning and nesting on top of those fields.
Can I repeat a group that contains other groups?
Yes. Cloning repeats a whole group along with all of its nested sub-fields in one click. Groups can be nested across multiple levels, so you can build structures like an album group that holds repeatable track groups.
How is group data saved in the database?
The sub-fields inside a group are consolidated into a single database row instead of being stored as many separate entries. This keeps related values together and reduces clutter in the database.
Can editors tell repeated groups apart easily?
Group titles can be set dynamically to include numbering or the value of a sub-field, such as a book title. Groups can also be collapsed and reordered by drag and drop, which helps when a post holds many entries.
Is Meta Box Group free?
The code of Meta Box Group is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Meta Box Group is this?
Version 1.4.7, released Jul 17, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Meta Box Group?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Meta Box Group automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Meta Box Group need?
Meta Box Group needs Meta Box installed and active.
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