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title: "How to Create a Custom Post Grid Layout with Dynamic CPTs in Elementor?"
url: https://theplusaddons.com/docs/create-a-custom-post-grid-layout-with-dynamic-cpts-in-elementor/
date: 2023-07-06
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# How to Create a Custom Post Grid Layout with Dynamic CPTs in Elementor?

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- Utilizes the Dynamic Smart Showcase widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor to display custom post types in a grid layout.
- Requires installation and activation of The Plus Addons for Elementor to access the Dynamic Smart Showcase widget features.
- Employs Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) to create a custom post type, such as 'Books', for use with the grid layout.

Do you want to display your custom post types in a stylish and custom grid layout on your Elementor website? By showing your custom post type in a custom grid layout you can add a unique touch to your website.

With the Dynamic Smart Showcase widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor you can easily show your custom posts in a custom grid layout.

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of The Plus Addons for Elementor Dynamic Smart Showcase widget, [click here](/docs/dynamic-smart-showcase-widget-settings-overview/).*

***Requirement  - This widget is a part of The Plus Addons for Elementor, make sure its installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.***

[LIVE WIDGET LINK](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-listing//#dynamic-listing-wgts?utm_source=tpae&utm_medium=docs&utm_campaign=text)

For this you need to have a custom post type, you can use the free [Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/advanced-custom-fields/) to [create a custom post type](https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/resources/registering-a-custom-post-type/).

Once you have created a custom post type add some posts then add the Dynamic Smart Showcase widget on the page, and select either **Magazine Slider** (for creating slider) or **Magazine Filter** (for creating a list) from the **Style** dropdown. 

After selecting the appropriate layout, you have to select your custom post type** **from the **Post Type** dropdown. 

For example, we have created a custom post type called Books then we’ll select **Books** from the **Post Type** dropdown.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/dynamic-smart-showcase-custom-post-type-new.gif)

Now your custom posts will show in a unique grid layout.

Also, read [How to Show Custom Posts Based on Custom Taxonomy in Custom Post Grid Layout](https://theplusaddons.com/docs/show-custom-posts-based-on-custom-taxonomy-in-custom-post-grid-layout/).