How to add custom fields to a post using ACF

Overview

Steps for adding custom fields to a WordPress post using the Advanced Custom Fields plugin.

Steps

I. Create the Field Group

1. Click Field Groups
2. Click Add New
3. Enter a title, e.g. “Tutorial”

II. Add a Field

1. Click + Add Field
2. Enter a Field Label
3. Select the Field Type
4. Fill out the rest of the fields according your preferences

III. Set the Location Rules

1. Select the post type where you want your field group to appear (default is Post)
2. Click Publish