wp_update_post tool reference for StifLi Flex MCP
Writeupdates a post by ID using fields compatible with `wp_update_post()`. It can also change the featured image.
Description
updates a post by ID using fields compatible with `wp_update_post()`. It can also change the featured image.
What it is for
- Editing title, content, status, excerpt, slug, author, or taxonomies.
- Applying supervised bulk optimizations.
Example use case
refreshing an outdated article.
Sample prompt
Update post ID 245 with a clearer title, rewrite the introduction for 2026, and keep it in draft for review.
Sample response
{
"tool": "wp_update_post",
"status": "ok",
"updated": true
}
What does wp_update_post do?
updates a post by ID using fields compatible with `wp_update_post()`. It can also change the featured image.
Does wp_update_post modify site data?
Yes. It is a write operation and can create, update, or delete data depending on arguments.
Which capability is commonly required?
It usually runs under controls compatible with edit_posts and the active MCP profile.
How should wp_update_post be used safely?
Enable write confirmations, test in staging first, and keep changelog/rollback enabled.