URL link columns in wpDataTables

Rendering Rules

When creating an Attachment column, it is treated as a URL column where each URL points to the file attachment. The content in the cell should be a valid URL that directs to the file you want to link. For example:

https://wpdatatables.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/new_dummy_table.xls||Download Document

will be rendered as:

Download Document 

If the “||” combination is not found in the content, the entire content will be used both for the link and as the display value. For example:

https://wpdatatables.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/new_dummy_table.xls

will be rendered as:

https://wpdatatables.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/new_dummy_table.xls

• Please note that there might be issues when sorting on Attachment columns if the URL contains a complex HTML structure.

Additional settings for Attachment columns include:

1. Target Configuration: Set whether the link should open in a new tab or the same tab.
2. NO-FOLLOW Link: Option to set the link as NO-FOLLOW.
3. NOREFERRER Link: Option to set the link as NOREFERRER.
4. SPONSORED Link: Option to set the link as SPONSORED.
5. Button Display: Display the link as a button.
6. Button Display Text: Set the text displayed on the button.
7. Button CSS Class: Customize the button appearance using CSS classes.

In the table below, you can see an example with several different column types, with the last column “CV ” representing an attachment. This is a list of potential candidates who have submitted their resumes. By clicking on each link, you can download the resume of the candidate you are interested in.

By following these guidelines, you can effectively use the Attachment column type to manage file links within your wpDataTables.