Go back to the list of Blocks The Gallery block allows you to easily add multiple photos and automatically arrange them in a gallery. You can control the number of columns and the size of the images in the gallery. The Gallery block can be added to a page by clicking on the Block Inserter (+) icon […]| Documentation
In WordPress, there is more than one way to reset your password. (Normally, the easiest way to reset it is through the “Lost your password?” link on the main login page for your blog or website.) However, there are certain times (especially if your email isn’t working correctly) that you may have to take different […]| Documentation
You can use the typography settings in your block to change the font and appearance of your texts. These settings include font size, line height, font style, font weight, text transform, letter spacing, font family, and text decoration. When combined, they allow you to have new ways to differentiate your content. The typography settings are […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks Stack block is one of the container blocks that can be used to nest other blocks vertically. As a container block, it’s possible to transform a Stack block into a Group or Row block without changing the content of the block. Click the block inserter (+) icon to open […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks Use the Row block to arrange blocks horizontally. Click the (+) icon to open the block inserter pop-up window and search for the Row block. You can also use the keyboard shortcut /row-block to quickly insert a Row block. Detailed instructions on adding blocks can be found here. […]| Documentation
Go to the List of Blocks Use the Content block to display the contents of a post or page. This block is a child block of the Query Loop block and helps to customize the appearance of the query loop. The option to add this block is only available in Site editor. To add a […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks The Cover block lets you add an image or video with a text overlay. To add the Cover block, click the (+) icon to open the block inserter pop-up window. Look for the Cover block using the search bar and click the block icon to add it to […]| Documentation
Go to the List of Blocks Use the Buttons block to add one or more buttons to your page or post. This block has been available since WordPress 5.4, when the button block was deprecated. To add the Buttons block to a page, click the Add block button to open the block inserter pop-up window […]| Documentation
In WordPress you can upload, store, and display a variety of file types (media). The most common file types are image, video and audio files, but other file types such as document files, spreadsheet files, and code samples (amongst others) can also be managed within WordPress. Media can be uploaded via the Media Add New […]| Documentation
The Media Add New Screen allows you to upload Media (Images, video, files, etc.) for later use in your posts and pages. This screen allows you to both add single items as well as perform bulk uploads, if you wish to add more than one media item to your Media Library. Upload New Media Uploading […]| Documentation
A favicon (short for “favorite icon”) is an icon associated with a particular website or web page. It is generally intended to be used when you bookmark a web page. Web browsers use them in the URL bar, on tabs, and elsewhere to help identify a website visually. Favicons are also used as application icons […]| Documentation
Working with Images Adding images in WordPress is very easy. All of your images will be stored and can be managed in the Media Library, but you can take several different paths to get there. The most common path is adding an image directly to a post or page. This automatically saves the image in […]| Documentation
The Settings Media Screen controls the various settings related to images and other media that are used in writing posts and pages. You will need php-gd (GD graphics library) installed on your server to use this feature. Media Settings Image sizes The sizes listed below determine the maximum dimensions in pixels to use when inserting […]| Documentation
Permalinks are the permanent URLs of your posts, pages, categories, and other archive pages on your website. These URLs are permanent and should never be changed — hence the name permalink. Permalinks help to create a URL structure that is easy for both humans and search engines to understand and share. Permalink Types There are […]| Documentation
The layout settings in blocks allow you to change the justification and orientation of the nested child blocks inside their parent blocks. These settings can be found in the parent blocks within which the child blocks are nested. The layout settings are available when you use the block editor. If you are new to the block editor, this […]| Documentation
You can use the dimension settings in blocks to help you better customize your layout and design. These settings impact the dimensions of blocks in various ways, including how groups of blocks are placed alongside one another. The dimension settings are available when you use the block editor. If you are new to the block editor, this guide will […]| Documentation
This Settings General Screen is the default Screen in the Settings Administration Screen and controls some of the most basic configuration settings for your site: your site’s title and location, who may register an account at your site, and how dates and times are calculated and displayed. General Settings Site title Enter the name of […]| Documentation
Overview When creating or editing a WordPress page or blog post, you can easily add images at any time using the WordPress Media Uploader tool. Here’s how to add an image, step-by-step, using the media uploader: Step 1 – Placing your cursor In order to add an image to your page or post, you must […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks Note: This page uses Block Editor. If you are a Classic Editor User, refer this page. When creating or editing a WordPress page or blog post, you can easily add images to a post or page using the Image Block. Adding the Image Block to the Page or […]| Documentation
The size and quality of an image for use on a web page is determined by a variety of things. Physical Size The physical size of an image is based upon two things: The size of the image on the screen and the file size. Generally, the file size is treated as a different issue. […]| Documentation
Overview The Edit Media page is where you manage information about your media that is saved in the Media Library. To reach the Edit Media page, go to Media > Library and click the name of the media item or the Edit link that appears below the name on hover. You can also reach this page by clicking on the Edit link when adding new media to your […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks The Template Part block is an advanced block introduced in WordPress 5.9 that can be used with a block theme or a theme that supports template editing. They often come with your theme and are used to organize and display your site structure. You can only use them […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks The Group block allows you to group different blocks together and customize them to your liking, including setting custom background colors, spacing, and more. Adding a Group block To add a Group block, click on the Block Inserter icon. You can also type /group and hit enter in […]| Documentation
Page jumping, also sometimes referred to as anchor links, is where you click a link and instantly get moved somewhere further up or down a page. This can be particularly useful with a long page. One way to enable this is by setting an HTML Anchor to a Heading block on your page and creating […]| Documentation
You can use the border and shadow settings in your block to set a visible border or shadow on specific blocks. These settings allow you to control the width and radius on each side of the border. Some blocks also have the option to change the border color. The border and shadow settings are available when you […]| Documentation
When you start using the WordPress Block Editor or the Site Editor and you find the number of choices and panels overwhelming, you can use the Preferences feature to turn on/off the various options, to your liking. This helps to remove the distracting elements in the layout that get in the way of your writing […]| Documentation
There are three different ways to move or change the position of a block within your post or page from the admin screen of the WordPress Block Editor: using the move handles, drag & drop, or using the Move to option in the Block toolbar (under the More options three-dot menu). Using the move handles The […]| Documentation
Block Patterns are a collection of blocks that you can insert into posts and pages and then customize with your own content. Using a Block Pattern can reduce the time required to create content on your site, as well as being a great way to learn how different blocks can be combined to produce interesting […]| Documentation
The Template Editor allows you to edit and create templates, using blocks. These templates control the layout of the posts, pages, or page types on your site. The Template Editor is only available if your site is using a block theme or a classic theme that has enabled the Template Editor on the backend. About […]| Documentation
Media →︎ Library Media consists of the images, video, recordings, and files that you upload and use in your blog. Media is typically uploaded and inserted into the content when writing a Post or writing a Page. Note that the Uploading Setting in the Settings Media Screen describes the location and structure of the upload directory (where your media files […]| Documentation
The More options menu in the block toolbar gives you additional options to customize your block. You can access these additional options by clicking on the ellipses (three dots) in the block toolbar. Select parent block (name) This option will select the block immediately above the currently selected block. Copy Use the Copy option to […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks The image block can be added to a page by clicking on the Add Block button. Alternatively, you can type /image and press enter. Detailed instructions on adding blocks Block toolbar Each block has its own block-specific controls that allow you to manipulate the block right in the […]| Documentation
You can use the color settings in your block to set the text color, background color, link color, gradient options, and duotone filters for your content. They are designed to make it as simple as possible to update your block’s colors. The color settings are available when you use the block editor. If you are new to […]| Documentation
Go to the List of Blocks There are several ways to add a block to your post or page from the admin screen of the WordPress block editor when you are editing your post or page. You can use the Block Inserter + icon to add a block. You can also use a shortcut slash […]| Documentation
Since WordPress 5.0, the WordPress block editor has an easy way to add videos, images, tweets, audio, and other content from third-party services into your WordPress site by embedding. An example of this is embedding a YouTube video in your post or page. When you are embedding content, you don’t need to upload the content […]| Documentation
Thank you for contributing to the project we all love! Your participation is vital to the WordPress project. WordPress is a user-driven project, and all developments and enhancements depend on users like you! Please consider contributing to the project and the WordPress Community in one or more of the ways outlined below. Contributions from users like […]| Documentation
The Administration Screen provides access to the control features of your WordPress installation. Common Layout Each Administration Screen is presented in sections, the toolbar (and header), the main navigation, the work area, and the footer. Toolbar has links to various administration functions, and is displayed at the top of each Administration Screen. Many Toolbar items […]| Documentation
Blocks are the components for adding content in the new WordPress block editor. There are several blocks available within WordPress that you can easily add to your post or page, move within a post or page and search for. There are different ways to configure and work with these blocks. You can also install additional third […]| Documentation
On April 2, 2024, WordPress 6.5 “Regina” was released to the public. For more information on this release, read the WordPress 6.5 announcement. For Version 6.5, the database version (db_version in wp_options) was 57155 and Trac revision was 57914. A full list of tickets included in 6.5 can be found on Trac. Installation/Update Information To […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks The Block Directory is a new way for block editor users to discover, test and install new blocks on their website. It is available to content creators who have the capability to install and activate plugins. How to use the Block Directory WordPress first searches the current site […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks Use the Quote block to easily add a quote to any post or page. Adding quotes can help you highlight great reviews from your audience or phrases that inspire you. To add the Quote block to a page, click the block inserter (+) to open the block inserter […]| Documentation
Dashboard → Home From the Dashboard Screen, you can quickly access your site’s content and get glimpses into other areas of the WordPress community. The Dashboard screen presents information in blocks called widgets. By default, WordPress delivers five widgets on this page: At a Glance, Activity, Quick Draft, WordPress Events and News, and Welcome. Default […]| Documentation
The Stylespanel in WordPress 5.9 or higher allows you to set the overall aesthetics and layout of your site at a global level.| Documentation
List View is a new tool to help you navigate between layers of content and nested blocks. It’s currently visible in the Top Toolbar and will remain open as you navigate through your content. This makes it easy to move between the exact pieces of content you want to alter, whether that’s an individual Paragraph block at […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks Synced pattern is a type of block pattern that enabled Synced option, and it will behave in exactly the same way as a reusable block. Editing the synced pattern will update it anywhere it is used. After creating a synced pattern, you can ‘detach’ it to a regular […]| Documentation
As of WordPress 5.9, block themes are now a part of the WordPress ecosystem as a new type of theme built with and for blocks. What is a block theme? A block theme is a theme that uses blocks for all parts of a site, including navigation menus, header, content, and site footer. These themes […]| Documentation
This document is designed to offer definitions of various terms, exclusive to WordPress, that users may not be familiar with. If you are a contributor, please don’t add definitions for generic terms (API, PHP, JavaScript, etc…). Absolute Path (also known as a full path) The complete location of a file or directory within a computer […]| Documentation
WordPress uses a concept of Roles, designed to give the site owner the ability to control what users can and cannot do within the site. A site owner can manage the user access to such tasks as writing and editing posts, creating Pages, creating categories, moderating comments, managing plugins, managing themes, and managing other users, […]| Documentation
Support page for how to use the WordPress block editor also known as the WordPress editor or Gutenberg editor.| Documentation
On November 7, 2023, WordPress 6.4 “Shirley” was released to the public. For more information on this release, read the WordPress 6.4 announcement. For Version 6.4, the database version (db_version in wp_options) was 56657 and Trac revision was 57078. A full list of tickets included in 6.4 can be found on Trac. Installation/Update Information To […]| Documentation
On 25 January 2022, WordPress 5.9 was released to the public. For more information on this release, read the WordPress 5.9 announcement. For Version 5.9, the database version (db_version in wp_options) updated to 51917, and the Trac revision was 52641. A full list of tickets included in 5.9 can be found on Trac. Installation/Update Information […]| Documentation
What are plugins? WordPress Plugins are PHP scripts that extend the functionality of WordPress. They enhance the features of WordPress or add entirely new features to your site. Plugins are often developed by volunteers and are usually free to the public. Plugins are available via the WordPress Plugin Directory. Although plugins you find here are […]| Documentation
WordPress has the ability to allow post authors to assign custom fields to a post. This arbitrary extra information is known as metadata. This metadata can include bits of information such as: Mood: Happy Currently Reading: Cinderella Listening To: Rock Around the Clock Weather: Hot and humid With some extra coding, it is possible to […]| Documentation
The Site editor allows you to design the entire site including the header, footer, and everything in between, with blocks. It gives you greater control over how your site looks. The Site Editor is only available when you install and activate a Block theme on your site. How to access the Site editor To work […]| Documentation
Go back to the list of Blocks The Query Loop block is an advanced block that allows you to display posts based on specified parameters, like a PHP loop without the code. You can think of it as a more complex and powerful Latest Posts Block. With various block patterns integrated into the block setup, […]| Documentation
On March 29, 2023, WordPress 6.2 “Dolphy” was released to the public. For more information on this release, read the WordPress 6.2 announcement. For Version 6.2, the database version (db_version in wp_options) stayed at 53496 with Trac revision 55610. A full list of tickets included in 6.2 can be found on Trac. Installation/Update Information To […]| Documentation
