By using a plugin

Step 1: Install a Widget Plugin:

• Go to your WordPress Dashboard.
• Navigate to “Plugins” > “Add New.”
• Search for “Widget Options” or “SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle.”
• Click “Install Now” and then “Activate.”

Step 2: Configure the Plugin:

• Follow the plugin’s instructions to create a custom widget.
• Use the plugin’s interface to define the content and settings of your widget.

Step 3: Add the Widget to Your Site:

• Go to “Appearance” > “Widgets.”
• Drag and drop your custom widget to the desired widgetized area.

Syntax:

No coding is required for this approach as it is handled through the plugin’s interface.

Example:

Using “SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle”:

• Install and Activate: Go to “Plugins” > “Add New” > Search “SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle” > Install > Activate.
• Create Widget: Navigate to “Plugins” > “SiteOrigin Widgets” > Create New Widget.
• Add to Sidebar: Go to “Appearance” > “Widgets” > Drag your new widget to the sidebar.

Output: The widget will appear in the widgetized areas defined by the plugin, fully functional based on the configuration settings you applied through the plugin interface.

Creating custom widgets in WordPress can significantly enhance your website’s functionality by allowing you to add specific features and content to your sidebar or other widgetized areas. This article will guide you through the process of creating custom widgets, explaining different approaches and providing clear examples for each method.

There are three primary approaches to creating custom widgets in WordPress: