Custom template for custom post type not recognized by Wordpress

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I have a custom post type named machines for which I have created a custom template called single-machines.php.

I triple checked the name to make sure it's not a typo.

If I manually set the template to be used it works fine, but Wordpress doesn't recognize it automatically.

How can I make Worpdress recognize it as the template to be used for that post type?

Since I don't know what other factors can play a part in this I would like to add:

  • I am working on a child theme.
  • I am using the OceanWP theme.
  • I have created the post type with PODs.
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You maybe need to go to permalinks page and save it – Dessauges Antoine
Sorry, that didn't work. @DessaugesAntoine – Krisztian Toth

2 Answers

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I use this plugin to show me which template WordPress is currently using, helps when dealing with template hierarchy

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I solved the problem by creating a child theme, copying the singular.php into it and editing it to show the correct post type for my custom post. It's a workaround, but it works.