=== Mass Page Maker ===
Contributors: wesg
Donate link: http://www.wesg.ca/2008/06/wordpress-plugin-mass-page-maker/#donations
Tags: pages, posts, multiple, automate, create
Requires at least: 3.0
Tested up to: 3.3.1
Stable tag: 2.7

Mass Page Maker automates the insertion of multiple pages or posts.

== Description ==

From a simple admin panel, Mass Page Maker makes it easy to create multiple pages or posts. This is dramatically faster than doing it manually. Options are available to customize every aspect of the page -- from the date to page excerpt.

Feedback is greatly appreciated, whether the plugin works or not.

Users can use a .CSV (comma separated values) to insert a large number of posts with 1 single text file, and have complete customization over the process.

For a complete list of the changes from each version, please visit <a href="http://www.wesg.ca/2008/06/wordpress-plugin-mass-page-maker/#changelog">the plugin homepage</a>.

For examples and tips on using the plugin, please check <a href="http://www.wesg.ca/2008/06/wordpress-plugin-mass-page-maker/#usage">the examples</a> on the plugin homepage.

Be sure to check out my other plugins at <a href="http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/profile/wesg">my Wordpress profile</a>.

= USAGE = 

1. After activating the plugin, navigate to the admin panel interface, where the options can be entered to insert the required number of pages or posts.
1. The web interface inserts all content the same way. For unique pages, use a .CSV file.
1. Enter the post date according to your WP timezone; adjustments are made automatically.
1. To use a CSV file, simply select the file from the dialog box. This file takes priority over any data entered in the text fields. Be sure to compare the CSV with the sample file on the plugin website. 
1. Post dates that are in the future will published on their entered date.
1. To insert custom fields, separate the fields with semicolons. All new posts are given each custom field. 
1. Use the placeholders [blog\_title], [blog\_description] or [blog\_url] to add their respective data.

= Caution =
*This plugin is extremely powerful. A slip of the mouse can cause your blog to insert many more pages than you intended, which can take a lot of time to delete. Read the options carefully before inserting pages. Should you add more pages than you wanted, be sure to check out my other Admin plugin, <a href="http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/mass-page-remover/">Mass Page Remover</a>.*

== Installation ==

1. Copy the folder mass-page-maker into your WordPress plugins directory (wp-content/plugins).
1. Log in to WordPress Admin. Go to the Plugins page and click Activate.
1. Navigate to the Admin Panel for Mass Page Maker (under Settings).

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= What is the purpose of this plugin? =

Mass Page Maker automates the task of making pages or posts that are similar to each other. This can be a very time consuming process that can now be done in a matter of seconds. The ability to rapidly generate pages and posts has the potential to turn Wordpress from an excellent blog platform to an even better CMS. 

= What options are available? =

In the interface panel, you have the ability to customize the page insertion.
You can change:

	* Number of pages
	* Starting number of page
	* Post/Page title
	* Post/Page content
	* Post/Page status (published or draft)
	* Post/Page type
	* Post/Page category
	* Post/Page excerpt
	* Post/Page date
	* Interval between pages
	* Page template
	* Custom fields
	* Post password

= What about nested pages? =

As of version 1.3, Mass Page Maker can create pages and posts that have parents (ie. only visible from one page).

= Does all the data need to be the same? =

By incorporating .CSV files, unique pages can be entered.

= What if I have a problem? =

It may be best to test your file or input settings on a small subset of pages before inserting every required page. If you have a problem, use the <a href="http://www.wesg.ca/contact">contact form</a> or try me on <a href="http://twitter.com/wesgood">Twitter</a>.

== Screenshots ==

1. The admin panel interface.