wp_create_cpt_item is one of 162 MCP tools included in Easy MCP AI — the WordPress plugin that connects Claude, ChatGPT, and any AI assistant to your site.
Install Free Plugin →wp_create_cpt_item
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Whether you're populating a portfolio, scheduling events, or publishing testimonials, Easy MCP AI lets your AI client create new items in any REST-API-enabled custom post type directly from conversation. Supply the CPT slug, title, content, and status — and Easy MCP AI writes the record to WordPress without any admin panel visit. It's especially powerful for batch content workflows where your AI generates multiple entries in one session.
See it in action
wp_create_cpt_item {
"id": 205,
"post_type": "product",
"title": "Enterprise Plan",
"status": "draft",
"url": "https://yoursite.com/products/enterprise-plan/"
} New 'product' item 'Enterprise Plan' has been created as a draft.
Example Use Cases & Sample Prompts
- Adding a portfolio project
- Prompt: “Create a new portfolio item called ‘Brand Redesign for Acme Co’ with a short project description.”
- Creating an event
- Prompt: “Add a new event called ‘Annual Conference 2025’ to the events post type.”
- Adding a testimonial
- Prompt: “Create a new testimonial entry with a quote and the client’s name.”
- Publishing a resource
- Prompt: “Add a new downloadable resource to the ‘resources’ post type with a title and description.”
- Bulk CPT content creation
- Prompt: “Create five team member entries in the ‘staff’ post type with the details I’ll provide.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does wp_create_cpt_item do?
Whether you're populating a portfolio, scheduling events, or publishing testimonials, Easy MCP AI lets your AI client create new items in any REST-API-enabled custom post type directly from conversation. Supply the CPT slug, title, content, and status — and Easy MCP AI writes the record to WordPress without any admin panel visit. It's especially powerful for batch content workflows where your AI generates multiple entries in one session.
How do I use wp_create_cpt_item with my AI assistant?
Install the Easy MCP AI WordPress plugin, generate an API token in your dashboard, and connect your AI client (Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible assistant). Then simply describe what you want in natural language — for example: "Create a new portfolio item called 'Brand Redesign for Acme Co' with a short project description."
Do I need Easy MCP AI to use wp_create_cpt_item?
Yes. wp_create_cpt_item is one of 162 MCP tools bundled inside the Easy MCP AI WordPress plugin. Install the free plugin from WordPress.org, connect your AI client, and this tool becomes available immediately — no coding required.
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Step 1
Get the Plugin
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Step 2
Connect Your AI Client
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