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Searchable Parent Dropdowns

by Hefin Dsouza

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Description

Searchable Parent Dropdowns transforms your standard WordPress parent dropdowns into powerful, searchable select fields. Perfect for sites with extensive page hierarchies or large category structures, this plugin makes finding and selecting parent items quick and effortless.

Tired of endless scrolling through long dropdown lists? With Searchable Parent Dropdowns, simply type to filter and find exactly what you need, saving time and reducing errors in your content organization.

Key Features:

  • Converts standard parent page dropdowns into searchable fields
  • Makes category parent selection quick and easy
  • Lightweight and fast – no impact on your site’s frontend performance
  • Works seamlessly with both Classic and Gutenberg editors
  • Simple, intuitive interface with no learning curve
  • Optimized for sites with thousands of pages or categories
  • Mobile-friendly interface for on-the-go content management

License

This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.

Copyright

© 2025 WPApps. This plugin is not affiliated with or endorsed by Automattic, Inc. or the WordPress Foundation.

  1. Upload the searchable-parent-dropdowns folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
  3. Go to Settings > Searchable Parent Dropdowns to configure which fields should be searchable
  4. Enjoy faster, easier content organization!
  1. Searchable parent page dropdown in action

    Searchable parent page dropdown in action

  2. Category selection with search functionality

    Category selection with search functionality

  3. Plugin settings page for managing searchable fields

    Plugin settings page for managing searchable fields

1. What does this plugin do?

Searchable Fields converts the standard WordPress dropdown menus for selecting parent pages and categories into searchable select fields. This makes it much easier to find and select items, especially on sites with many pages or categories.

2. Does this work with the Block Editor (Gutenberg)?

Yes! Searchable Parent Dropdowns is fully compatible with both the Classic Editor and the Block Editor (Gutenberg).

3. Will this slow down my admin area?

No, the plugin is designed to be lightweight and only loads its assets on pages where they’re needed. The search functionality is handled client-side for optimal performance.

4. Can I choose which dropdowns to make searchable?

Yes, the plugin includes a settings page where you can enable or disable the searchable functionality for different types of dropdowns.

5. Does this work with custom post types?

Yes, the plugin works with all post types, including custom post types that support hierarchical relationships.

1.0.0

  • Initial release.
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