What is the purpose of `wp_update_post()` compared to direct `$wpdb` queries for updating posts?

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What is the purpose of `wp_update_post()` compared to direct `$wpdb` queries for updating posts?

Key points

  • wp_update_post() ensures data consistency by handling various tasks
  • Direct $wpdb queries skip important WordPress processes
  • Using wp_update_post() is recommended for post updates
  • $wpdb queries lack the built-in safeguards of wp_update_post()

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