Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF
Adds a "Copy" action to ACF fields so you can copy a field, with its sub-fields, into another field group while keeping the original in place.
Use with caution
Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| acf | >100 |
| copy | >100 |
| custom fields | >100 |
| developer | >100 |
| field group | >100 |
About Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
Advanced Custom Fields lets you move a field to another field group, but moving removes it from where it was. There is no built-in way to copy a field into another group and keep the original.
Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF adds exactly that. A new Copy link appears in each field’s action row, right next to Edit, Duplicate, Move and Delete. Click it, pick a destination field group, and the field is copied into that group while the original stays put.
The copy reuses ACF’s own duplication routine, so it:
- Generates a fresh, unique field key (no clashes with the original)
- Recursively copies sub-fields, so Repeater, Group and Flexible Content fields come along intact
- Gives the copy a unique field name within the destination group, so it will not overwrite an existing field’s values
- Works with both Advanced Custom Fields (free) and ACF PRO
This plugin runs entirely inside your WordPress admin and makes no external requests — no data leaves your site.
Note: like ACF’s own Move and Duplicate, this copies the field definition, not the saved post values.
Installation
- Make sure Advanced Custom Fields (free or PRO) is installed and active.
- Upload the plugin files to
/wp-content/plugins/ranabikram-field-copy-for-acf, or install the plugin through the Plugins screen in WordPress. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins screen in WordPress.
- Open any field group under Custom Fields → Field Groups. Each field now shows a Copy link in its action row.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work with ACF PRO?
Yes. It works with both the free Advanced Custom Fields plugin and ACF PRO. It detects ACF at runtime, so it does not block activation if you run the PRO build.
Does copying a field also copy its saved values?
No. It copies the field definition into the target group, the same way ACF’s own Move and Duplicate work. Existing post/page values are not transferred.
Does it copy sub-fields?
Yes. Repeater, Group and Flexible Content fields are copied together with all of their sub-fields, each getting a fresh field key.
What happens if the destination group already has a field with the same name?
The copy is automatically given a unique field name within that group (for example email becomes email_2) and its label is suffixed with ” (copy)”, so the two fields never overwrite each other’s values on save. The original field is left untouched.
Could a copied field still clash with a field in a different group?
Uniqueness is enforced within the destination field group. If you copy a field into a group that is displayed on the same edit screen as another group that already uses that field name, the two can still share a meta key and overwrite each other on save — this is a property of how ACF stores values by field name, and it applies to ACF’s own Move action too. If you copy a field into a group shown on the same screen as its source, review the copied field’s name afterward and rename it if needed.
Where does the Copy link appear?
In the field’s action row inside the Field Group editor, next to Edit, Duplicate, Move and Delete.
Why does a copied field’s conditional logic sometimes not work?
If a field’s conditional logic refers to sibling fields that do not exist in the destination group, those rules will have nothing to point to. Review the conditional logic on the copied field after moving it to a different group.
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FAQ
Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
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Is Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF free?
Yes. Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF safe to use in 2026?
Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF?
Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 177 times since it launched in July 2026. It was downloaded 48 times in the last 30 days.
Does Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF work with WordPress 7.1?
Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF need?
Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on July 3, 2026 (3 months ago).
Who makes Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF?
Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF is developed and maintained by ranabikram.
What are the best alternatives to Ranabikram Field Copy for ACF?
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