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Meta Box Template
Meta Box Template by MetaBox is an extension for the Meta Box plugin. It lets you create custom meta boxes and custom fields for WordPress edit screens by writing a short YAML template instead of PHP arrays.
- Version
- 1.2.5
- 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 Template 1.2.5
Version 1.2.5 · Jul 17, 2026
Latest
- NewAdd German translations
What it does
Setting up custom fields with Meta Box usually means writing PHP arrays, which can be hard to read and easy to break if you are new to code. This extension swaps that format for YAML, a plain text syntax that is simple to scan and edit. You describe each meta box and its fields in a template, and the extension turns that into the fields that appear on your edit pages. It supports all Meta Box parameters, so you keep full control over how each box and field is configured.
Because the setup lives in a text template, moving it between projects is a matter of copying and pasting. You can replicate a field configuration on another site without editing theme files or duplicating code by hand. Renaming a field or changing its parameters later is just an edit to the YAML. That makes it a good fit for freelancers and agencies who build similar content structures for several clients and want to keep them consistent. It requires the Meta Box plugin.
Best for
- Developers who prefer YAML over PHP arrays
- Agencies reusing field setups across client sites
- Meta Box users new to coding custom fields
Features
YAML syntax for fields
Define meta boxes and custom fields in human-readable YAML instead of PHP arrays, which keeps configuration short and easier to follow.
All Meta Box parameters
Every configuration option available in Meta Box can be set from the template, so each box and field can be tailored as needed.
Unlimited meta boxes and fields
Create as many custom meta boxes and custom fields as your project calls for, with no cap on how many you add.
Copy and paste portability
Copy a YAML template from one site and paste it into another to reproduce the same field setup without touching code or files.
Easy field changes
Rename custom fields or adjust their parameters at any time by editing the YAML, with no need to rewrite PHP code.
Approachable for beginners
The plain text format makes custom fields easier to set up for people who are new to coding or WordPress development.
German translations
The extension includes German translations for users who work in a German language WordPress admin.
Meta Box Template older versions
- 1.2.4Aug 20, 20241 fix
- 1.2.3Apr 18, 20231 fix
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Meta Box Template
Do I need the Meta Box plugin to use this?
Yes. This is an extension of the Meta Box plugin, so Meta Box must be active on your site. The extension adds a YAML based way to define the meta boxes and fields that Meta Box then displays.
Can I use the same field setup on more than one site?
Yes. Your configuration is stored as a YAML template, so you can copy it from one site and paste it into another. The same meta boxes and fields are recreated without editing files or duplicating code by hand.
Will I lose any Meta Box options by using YAML?
No. The extension supports all Meta Box parameters, so anything you could set in a PHP array can also be set in the YAML template for your meta boxes and fields.
Is there a limit on how many fields I can create?
There is no limit. You can define as many meta boxes and custom fields as your project needs, and you can rename or adjust them later by editing the template.
Is Meta Box Template free?
The code of Meta Box Template 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 Template is this?
Version 1.2.5, 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 Template?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Meta Box Template automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Meta Box Template need?
Meta Box Template needs Meta Box installed and active.
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