How to use pre_count_users filter in WordPress

pre_count_users filter

Working with WordPress hooks can be quite exciting, and the pre_count_users filter is no exception! As an Indian developer, I often find myself diving into these handy tools to tweak and customize the functionality of WordPress sites. The pre_count_users filter allows you to return a non-null value, causing the count_users() function to return early. Let’s explore how you can use this filter, register it, and even remove it when necessary!

Example 1: Registering the pre_count_users Filter

To use the pre_count_users filter, you’ll need to register it using add_filter. Here’s a simple example of how to do it:

    function weplugins_modify_pre_count_users_defaults($result, $strategy, $site_id) { 
        // Update the $result variable according to your website requirements and return this variable.
        // You can modify the $result variable conditionally too if you want.
        return $result; 
    }
    // add the filter
    add_filter( "pre_count_users", "weplugins_modify_pre_count_users_defaults", 10, 3 );
    

Example 2: Removing the pre_count_users Filter

Sometimes, you might need to remove a registered hook. Use remove_filter to remove the pre_count_users filter:

    remove_filter( "pre_count_users", "weplugins_modify_pre_count_users_defaults", 10, 3 );
    

Ensure you provide the same callback function name, priority, and number of arguments while removing the hook callback.

Example 3: Using the pre_count_users Filter with Parameters

Let’s see how you can use the pre_count_users filter with its parameters. The hook takes three parameters: $result, $strategy, and $site_id.

    apply_filters( 'pre_count_users', null|string $result, string $strategy, int|null $site_id )
    

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