Posts Settings
Like buttons on posts and custom post types — display, filters, attachments, and WPML.
Everything here applies to WordPress posts, pages, and custom post types.
WP ULike → Settings → Content Types → Posts
Shared options: Template, voting rules, likers box, counters, and Pro dislike options work the same on Comments, BuddyPress, and bbPress. See Shared Content Type Options first — this page covers Posts-only settings.
Display (Posts-specific)
| Setting | What it does |
|---|---|
Automatic Display | WP ULike injects the button on matching posts — no shortcode needed. |
Button Position | Before content, after content, or a custom theme hook. |
Hide Automatic Display On | Skip home, archives, search, author pages, etc. — common setup: hide on home + archives, show on single posts only. |
Post Type Exceptions | Limit likes to selected post types (e.g. only post, not page). |
For rule-based placement (categories, WooCommerce reviews), use Display Automation [pro] and turn automatic display off for that type to avoid duplicate buttons.
Pro extras for Posts
| Setting | What it does |
|---|---|
Attachment Likes | Let visitors like images in the media library. |
Standard Meta Data | Store like, dislike, and net vote counts in post meta for themes or queries. |
WPML Synchronization | Keep counts aligned across translated posts. |
Dislike Button | Downvote button with separate text, icons, and counter. |
Percentage Values | Show percentage instead of raw count on supported templates. |
Per-post overrides [pro]
One article needs different rules? Use the WP ULike panel in the post editor sidebar. Enable it under General → Show Display Panel in Post Editor.
Test your setup
- Save settings.
- Open a single post on the front end.
- Click the button.
- Check Statistics — your vote should appear.
Button missing? See Add Your First Like Button and confirm Hide Automatic Display On is not blocking your page type.
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