How to use plugins_api_args filter in WordPress

Example 1: Modify Plugin API Arguments

Let’s start with a simple example where we modify the Plugin API arguments using the plugins_api_args filter. This example shows how you can adjust the arguments based on your site’s requirements.

    function weplugins_modify_plugins_api_args_defaults($args, $action) { 
        // Update the $args variable according to your website requirements and return this variable. 
        // You can modify the $args variable conditionally too if you want.
        return $args; 
    }
    // Add the filter
    add_filter("plugins_api_args", "weplugins_modify_plugins_api_args_defaults", 10, 2);
    

Example 2: Remove a Hook Callback

Sometimes you might want to remove a previously registered hook. This example demonstrates how to remove the plugins_api_args filter.

    // Remove the filter
    remove_filter("plugins_api_args", "weplugins_modify_plugins_api_args_defaults", 10, 2);
    

Make sure to provide the same callback function name, priority, and number of arguments when removing the hook callback.

Example 3: Conditional Modification

In this example, we’ll modify the Plugin API arguments based on a specific condition. This is handy when you need to apply changes only in certain scenarios.

    function weplugins_conditional_modify_plugins_api_args($args, $action) {
        if ($action === 'query_plugins') {
            // Modify the $args only for the 'query_plugins' action
            $args->per_page = 5; // For example, limit results to 5 per page
        }
        return $args;
    }
    add_filter("plugins_api_args", "weplugins_conditional_modify_plugins_api_args", 10, 2);
    

If you’re having any trouble using this hook or need some customization, feel free to Contact Us. Our team at WePlugins is always ready to help you out!