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Add Custom Roles During Theme Activation

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Understanding the Hook: after_switch_theme

The after_switch_theme action allows you to add custom user roles when a theme is activated.

Why Use This Hook?

Set up roles specific to your theme’s functionality.
Automate user role configuration during theme setup.

How It Works

Create roles using add_role within the action.

Code Example

function add_custom_roles_on_activation() {
    add_role('custom_role', 'Custom Role', [
        'read' => true,
        'edit_posts' => true,
    ]);
}
add_action('after_switch_theme', 'add_custom_roles_on_activation');

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