Controlling Access to the Spectra Design Library Based on User Roles

Spectra plugin provides a rich design library to streamline the website-building process.

By default, access to this library is limited to certain user roles. However, you can customize this access by using a simple code snippet.

This guide demonstrates how to provide access to the Spectra Design Library for users with specific roles, such as ‘editor.’

How to Control Access to the Spectra Design Library Based on User Roles

To grant access to the Spectra Design Library based on user roles, you need to add the following code to your WordPress site.

It is recommended to place this code in your child theme’s functions.php file to avoid losing changes during theme updates:

add_filter( 'ast_block_template_capability_additional_roles', function( $roles ) {
    $roles[] = 'editor';  // Add the 'editor' role
    return $roles;
});

Explanation of the Code

• Filter Hook: ast_block_template_capability_additional_roles is a filter hook provided by the Spectra plugin to manage access to the design library.
• Callback Function: The anonymous function adds the desired role (editor in this case) to the list of roles allowed access.
• Return Value: The modified $roles array is returned to the filter, enabling the specified role(s) to access the design library.

How to Add the Code

You can follow the below steps to add the code to your WordPress site.

• Log in to your WordPress admin panel.
• Navigate to Appearance > Theme File Editor if adding the code to your theme.
• Alternatively, use a plugin editor or create a custom plugin for the code.
• Add the above code snippet to your child theme’s functions.php file. Using a child theme ensures that your customizations remain intact after theme updates.
• Save the file and verify that the changes are applied.

To test the functionality:

• Log in as a user with the editor role.
• Navigate to the Spectra interface and confirm access to the Design Library.

Important Note: Ensure that you have a backup of your site before making any changes to the code.

If you want to grant access to additional roles, you can add them to the $roles array. For example:

$roles[] = ‘author’;

$roles[] = ‘contributor’;

If you are using a custom role, make sure it is registered in your WordPress setup.

By following this guide, you can easily manage access to the Spectra Design Library for specific user roles, enhancing flexibility and control over your website’s design capabilities.