Description
WP Posts Bulk Actions extends the WordPress posts (and custom post type) list screens with extra bulk actions. Choose which public post types should show the actions, filter content on the Tools page before you act, then apply changes from the familiar Bulk actions dropdown.
Large selections are processed in batches so the admin screen stays responsive. Recent operations are logged so you can review what ran and undo supported actions when needed.
Features
- Bulk change status: move to Draft or Published
- Move selected items to Trash, or delete permanently (with confirmation)
- Change author on many posts at once
- Add, remove, or replace taxonomy terms in bulk
- Set or remove featured images in bulk
- Open or close comments in bulk
- Toggle sticky posts (Posts only)
- Enable the plugin’s bulk actions per post type (posts, pages, and public CPTs)
- Filter-before-acting Tools page: status, author, taxonomy/term, date range, and “no featured image”
- Preview matching posts before you leave for the list screen
- Batch processing for large selections (admins)
- Operation history with undo for supported actions (last 20 operations)
- Permanent delete is logged but cannot be undone
- Optional Abilities API integration on WordPress 6.9+ (find posts, update status, delete)
Options
From Tools WP Posts Bulk Actions:
- Step 1 — Select posts — choose a post type and filters, then preview matches.
- Step 2 — Apply action — enable bulk actions for Posts, Pages, and other public post types, then Save.
- Operation history — review recent bulk operations and undo when available.
On each enabled list screen, use the standard Bulk actions dropdown plus any extra fields the chosen action needs (author, taxonomy terms, featured image, and so on).
Screenshots
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/, or install it from Plugins Add New. - Activate WP Posts Bulk Actions.
- Go to Tools WP Posts Bulk Actions.
- Select the post types that should show the bulk actions and click Save.
- Open that post type’s list screen and use the new Bulk actions options.
FAQ
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Where do I enable the bulk actions?
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Open Tools WP Posts Bulk Actions, check the post types you want, and click Save. Then open that post type’s list screen (Posts, Pages, or your CPT).
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Does it work with custom post types?
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Yes. Any public post type (except attachments) can be enabled on the Tools page.
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What happens if I select a lot of posts?
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Users with
manage_optionsare redirected to a batch processor that updates posts in chunks. Others are processed in a single request when possible. -
Can I undo a bulk action?
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Most operations appear in Operation history and can be undone. Delete permanently is logged but cannot be undone.
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What does the filter / Preview list do?
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It helps you narrow content (status, author, taxonomy, dates, missing featured image) and preview matches. You still apply bulk actions from the list screen for the selected post type.
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Is permanent delete safe?
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Permanent delete asks for confirmation (you must type DELETE). Prefer Move to Trash when you might need recovery.
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Does this replace the WordPress editor or Data Views?
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No. It adds list-screen bulk actions and a Tools helper page. It does not replace the block editor or core Data Views UI.
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Will it work on WordPress 7.x?
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The plugin targets WordPress 6.5+ and is tested up to the version listed in Tested up to. Abilities API features require WordPress 6.9+ when that API is available.
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Contributors & Developers
“WP Posts Bulk Actions” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.3.0
- Raised minimum WordPress to 6.5 and PHP to 7.4.
- Safer trash / permanent delete with capability checks and confirmations.
- Batch AJAX processing for large selections.
- Operation history with undo (except permanent delete).
- More list-screen bulk actions: author, taxonomy, featured image, comments, sticky.
- Filter-before-acting Tools UI with preview.
- Optional Abilities API registration when available.
- Redesigned Tools page layout.
- Uninstall removes plugin options and operation log.
1.2.0
- Initial public release.
- Added GOTO ACTION link to open the manage posts / CPT page.
- Bug fixes.
- Tested up to WordPress 6.1.1.