Warning: This function has been deprecated.
popuplinks() WordPress Function
The popuplinks() function enables Wordpress developers to create links that open in a new window or tab. This is useful for linking to external sites, or for creating links that open a lightbox or modal window.
popuplinks( string $text ) #
Adds element attributes to open links in new tabs.
Parameters
- $text
(string)(Required)Content to replace links to open in a new tab.
Return
(string) Content that has filtered links.
Source
File: wp-includes/deprecated.php
function popuplinks( $text ) {
_deprecated_function( __FUNCTION__, '4.5.0' );
$text = preg_replace('/<a (.+?)>/i', "<a $1 target='_blank' rel='external'>", $text);
return $text;
}
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Changelog
| Version | Description |
|---|---|
| 4.5.0 | This function has been deprecated. |
| 0.71 | Introduced. |