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Shortcodes & Configuration

Complete reference for all PetMatchPro shortcodes and their parameters.

Shortcode Builder
[pmp-search] Reference
[pmp-details] Reference
[pmp-detail] Reference
[pmp-option] Reference
Parameters by License Tier
Common Shortcode Recipes
Pagination Setup
Excluding Values
Search Filter Button
Detail Button Hover Text
Search Card Hover Text

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