Solving Popup & Layout Glitches in ACF-Powered WordPress Pages

Solving Popup & Layout Glitches in ACF-Powered WordPress Pages

Here’s how we solved a similar problem and how you can too on your WordPress site.

️What Was Going Wrong?

On a custom-built webinar landing page, two annoying issues came up:

• Popups linked to speaker images weren’t opening at all for some users.
• Longer user names were breaking the layout, pushing spacing out of alignment and making the section look messy.

After a quick inspection using the browser’s developer tools, it became clear the ACF functionality and popups were clashing with the front-end layout—especially where ACF data was incomplete or improperly configured.

What We Fixed

✅ 1. Removed Empty Popup Triggers

An unlinked popup trigger attached to one image was causing the popup script to fail. We removed the rogue trigger so each image only fired when data actually existed. This helped prevent display errors and ensured dynamic content loaded properly.

✅ 2. Extended ACF for More Profiles

We updated the field group and template files to support up to six speakers dynamically, using ACF fields cleanly mapped to each popup’s content. This integration avoided mismatch in content and worked seamlessly with dynamic elements and the page builder.

✅ 3. Repaired the Layout Grid

Long names were throwing off alignment. We restructured the layout using a more flexible grid, adjusting spacing and vertical alignment for a polished appearance. This also fixed layout issues in WordPress themes and broken layouts in default WordPress themes like Twenty Twenty-One.

✅ 4. Built-In Fallbacks

We tested how the page would behave when ACF popup content was missing—and added fallback behavior to ensure the front-end layout stays clean even without complete data. This included conditional checks and custom code in template files.

✅ The Result?

• Fully functional popups, displayed only when actual data exists
• A consistent layout that works for short or long names
• Clean content management in the admin area with flexible ACF plugin fields

Want help designing dynamic layouts that just work and fixing misaligned sections in WordPress websites while ensuring compatibility issues, AJAX functionality, and custom CSS support?

Frequently Asked Questions (Solving Popup & Layout Glitches in ACF-Powered WordPress Pages)

How do I get rid of pop ups on my WordPress site?

To get rid of pop-ups on your WordPress site, first identify the plugin or theme feature generating them. Disable or uninstall the pop-up plugin, or turn off pop-up settings in your theme. Clear your cache afterward to ensure changes reflect site-wide. Test to confirm removal.

How to fix WordPress bugs?

To fix WordPress bugs, first update WordPress, themes, and plugins to the latest versions. Clear your cache and disable plugins one by one to identify conflicts. Switch to a default theme to check theme issues. Use debugging tools, check error logs, and restore backups if needed.

What is the best popup plugin for WordPress?

The best popup plugins for WordPress include Popup Maker, OptinMonster, and Ninja Popups. They offer easy design, targeting, and trigger options. Choose based on your needs: lead generation, promotions, or announcements. Ensure compatibility with your theme and minimal impact on site speed.

How do I change the pop-up on WordPress?

To change a pop-up on WordPress, go to the plugin or theme settings that created it. Edit the pop-up’s content, design, and display rules. Save your changes and clear your site cache. Test on different devices to ensure the updated pop-up appears correctly.