Shortcode is a fragment of text of a set syntax that is converted into some specific content on the front pages. Shortcodes are intended to simplify the insertion of complex HTML constructions into a web page, such as video or audio content, or even entire articles.
There are many third-party extensions for Joomla CMS that involve the use of shortcodes, including:
- Shortcode Ultimate - popular set of shortcodes for Joomla 3;
- JShortcodes - similar to Shortcode Ultimate, but for Joomla 4 and 5;
- RokCandy - allows you to create your own short codes in BBCode format;
- Easy Shortcodes — an analogue of RokCandy, but for Joomla 4 and 5;
- Snippets - component from Regular Labs for creating simpler, but also more functionally limited shortcodes;
- ReReplacer - another powerful component from Regular Labs that can also be used to create your own shortcode constructs.
In addition, there are narrowly focused extensions to the Joomla core, which also involve inserting shortcodes through the visual editor to insert specific Joomla entities:
- custom fields,
- modules,
- articles,
- contacts.