Allow Specific User Roles to Edit Other Users' CCT Items
This PHP snippet adds a JetFormBuilder hook that lets designated user roles (e.g., hr-manager) edit Custom Content Type items created by other users. It’s useful for administrators or managers who need broader control over CCT entries.
Specifications
Allow Specific User Roles to Edit Other Users' CCT Items
6 January, 2026
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Installing Instruction
How to Add Snippets into the functions.php File of the Active Child Theme
- Copy the required code snippet to your clipboard.
- Navigate to WordPress Dashboard > Appearance > Theme File Editor.
- Click the functions.php tab to open the file.
- Paste the code snippet below the existing code in the Selected file content: area.
- Click the "Update File" page.
Example Use Case
Use this snippet to allow designated user roles (such as hr-manager) to edit Custom Content Type (CCT) items created by other users. Please note that, to make it work, the “Manage Options” capability must be enabled for the user role.
Applicable scenarios:
- Agencies and teams: Enable managers or HR roles to oversee and edit content created by various users.
- Multi-author sites: Grant wider editing permissions without full admin access.
- Administrators: Delegate control over custom content efficiently.
Specifications
Allow Specific User Roles to Edit Other Users' CCT Items
6 January, 2026
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Plugin
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Category
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Programming languages