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title: "How to Add Code Snippets Using Shortcode?"
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date: 2025-09-02
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author: "Aditya Sharma"
description: "With the Nexter Extension (Pro) plugin, you can easily insert custom code snippets anywhere on your website using a simple shortcode. Once your snippet is created, just copy its shortcode..."
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# How to Add Code Snippets Using Shortcode?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter Extension (Pro) plugin allows users to insert custom code snippets anywhere on their website using a simple shortcode.
- Users can create a custom shortcode in the User-Defined Shortcode section, assigning a unique name for easier management.
- Shortcode Parameters section enables users to add custom parameters, allowing data to be passed while using the shortcode.

With the Nexter Extension (Pro) plugin, you can easily insert custom code snippets anywhere on your website using a simple shortcode. Once your snippet is created, just copy its shortcode and paste it into any post, page, or widget area—perfect for adding the same piece of code across multiple locations without rewriting it. 

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of the Nexter Extension Code Snippets, [click here](https://qa.nexterwp.com/docs/add-code-snippets-in-wordpress/).*

***Requirement  - This feature is a part of the Nexter Extension, make sure it's installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.***

## Add Code Snippet through Shortcode

First, you have to create your code snippet and publish the snippet.

![](https://qa.nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/placement-method-shortcode-new-1024x315.png)

Then, from the **Placement Method** section, you have to select the **Insert via Shortcode** option.

In the **Generated Shortcode** field, you’ll find an auto-generated shortcode that you can use anywhere on your site.

### User Defined Shortcode

You can also generate a custom shortcode from the **User-Defined Shortcode** section. This lets you assign a unique and meaningful name to the shortcode, making it easier to remember and manage later. 

![](https://qa.nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/user-defined-shortcode-new-1024x321.png)

In the **Shortcode Name** field, you have to add your custom value for the shortcode, and as you type, it will generate the custom shortcode.

You can use that shortcode on your site to add the code snippet as well.

Then, from the **Shortcode Parameters** section, you can [add custom parameters to your shortcode](https://qa.nexterwp.com/docs/add-shortcode-parameters-in-code-snippets/). This allows you to pass data while using it as a shortcode.

From the **Shortcode Usage Locations** section, you can find where the shortcode has been used by clicking the **Find where this shortcode is used** button.

This is how easily you can add code snippets using a shortcode.