How to use delete_plugin action in WordPress

Let’s dive into the delete_plugin action hook, a handy tool in WordPress that fires immediately before a plugin deletion attempt. As an Indian developer, I can tell you how crucial it is to handle plugins safely, especially when you’re updating or deleting them. You can tap into this hook by registering it using `add_action`. Simply add the code to your theme’s `functions.php` file or, even better, create a custom WordPress plugin to keep things neat and avoid issues during theme updates.

Understanding the Parameters

The `delete_plugin` action requires one parameter:
– $plugin_file: Path to the plugin file relative to the plugins directory.

Live Example 1: Basic Usage

Here’s a basic example of how to use the `delete_plugin` hook:

function weplugins_execute_on_delete_plugin_event($plugin_file){
   // Code to execute when a plugin is deleted.
}
// Add the action.
add_action("delete_plugin", "weplugins_execute_on_delete_plugin_event", 10, 1);

Live Example 2: Removing the Hook

Sometimes, you might need to remove a registered hook. Here’s how:

remove_action("delete_plugin", "weplugins_execute_on_delete_plugin_event", 10, 1);

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

Live Example 3: Advanced Implementation

Suppose you want to perform a more complex operation when a plugin is deleted:

function weplugins_advanced_delete_plugin_action($plugin_file){
   // More advanced operations can be performed here.
}
add_action("delete_plugin", "weplugins_advanced_delete_plugin_action", 10, 1);

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