How to Enable the Comment Section in EazyDocs

If you use the EazyDocs plugin for your documentation site, you might find that the comment section is not visible, even when standard WordPress discussion settings are enabled. This guide outlines the steps required to resolve this configuration and enable standard comments at the bottom of your documentation pages.

Problem Overview

Documentation pages created with EazyDocs may not display a functional comment section by default. While EazyDocs includes a built-in “Feedback” module, administrators often prefer the standard WordPress comment section to facilitate detailed reader discussions.

Difference Between Feedback and Comment Sections

EazyDocs offers two primary methods for collecting user input:

• Feedback Section: Designed for simple interactions, such as upvotes, downvotes, or general satisfaction metrics.
• Comment Section: Allows users to post detailed responses and engage in threaded discussions at the end of a document.

How to Enable the Comment Section in EazyDocs

To display the full comment area on your documentation pages, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your WordPress Dashboard.
2. Navigate to EazyDocs > Settings.
3. Click on the General tab.
4. Locate the Doc Footer Elements section.
5. Toggle the Comment option to enable it.

For visual guidance, please refer to this screenshot: View Screenshot.

Troubleshooting: Comment Section Visibility

If the comment section remains hidden after adjusting the settings above, confirm that WordPress comments are enabled globally in your site settings. Additionally, ensure that your active theme supports comments for custom post types and that the documentation post type has comment support enabled within the plugin configuration.

Conclusion

Activating the comment section for EazyDocs is a straightforward process once the correct setting is located. By distinguishing between the Feedback module and the standard comment section, you can effectively manage user engagement. If issues persist, verify that there are no theme-level overrides or plugin conflicts affecting your site’s comment display.