---
title: "Advanced Custom Fields REST Schema Mapper"
description: "Maps ACF field groups into predictable REST responses using `acf_add_local_field_group`, `get_field_objects`, and `register_rest_field`. Useful when you need cleaner payloads than the default ACF exposure and want WordPress clients to consume structured field data safely."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/resources/"
author: "WP Engine"
category:
  - "WordPress & CMS"
framework:
  - "Cursor"
---

# Advanced Custom Fields REST Schema Mapper

Maps ACF field groups into predictable REST responses using `acf_add_local_field_group`, `get_field_objects`, and `register_rest_field`. Useful when you need cleaner payloads than the default ACF exposure and want WordPress clients to consume structured field data safely.

## Installation

Choose whichever fits your setup:

1. Copy this skill folder into your local skills directory.
2. Clone the repo and symlink or copy the skill into your agent workspace.
3. Add the repo as a git submodule if you manage shared skills centrally.
4. Install it through your internal provisioning or packaging workflow.
5. Download the folder directly from GitHub and place it in your skills collection.

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/advanced-custom-fields-rest-schema-mapper/)