[Feature Request] Show group or field in REST API

[rmens]

It would be great to be able to have an option to expose ACF Fields in the REST API (wp-json). The Pods framework has nice functions for this.

I'm aware of the ACF to REST API plug-in and the option to manually code this, but built-in support with granular controls would be a great addition to ACF.

[elliotcondon]

Thanks @rmens

Implementing a native REST API solution is our big to-do for the end of 2020. We are hoping to soon invite the community into a conversation to shape the feature, and will be sure to note your GitHub username 👍.

On the topic of granular control, how often do you envisage setting specific read/write settings on a Field level rather than a Field Group level?

[rmens]

That's great news @elliotcondon!

Specific read/write settings would be granular enough on a field group level for my use. I do not envision setting it on a specific field level.

[elliotcondon]

Thanks for the feedback, this is exactly what I was hoping to hear! If we start with Field Group level control for read and write, adding in Field level control could easily come in a future update.

[rmens]

Is this still on track for the end of the year @elliotcondon? I'm prioritizing some work to do before or right after the holidays and testing this was on the list. If it's not that's fine but would be good to know.

[elliotcondon]

Hi @rmens. Unfortunately, this feature has been pushed back to next year. We're looking forward to the challenge when we tackle it, and hope you have a great end to the year.

[rmens]

Is there any news about where this is on the roadmap? Is it 5.10 or later?

[rmens]

Just noticed that this is in the 5.11 release candidate. Great news 🎉