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WordPress Block Themes: Block Themes and Block Patterns Explained
As WordPress continues to evolve, so does the way we design and build websites. With the introduction of Full Site Editing (FSE), we’ve entered a new era where Block Themes and Block Patterns play a central role in how our sites look and function. Let’s dive into what Block Themes and Block Patterns are, how…
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WordPress Block Themes: Introduction
In the world of WordPress, there were lot of changes over the years. One of the most significant advancements has been the introduction of Block Themes. As we explore this new concept, we’ll break down what WordPress Block Themes are, how they differ from traditional themes, and why they are essential for the future of…
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WordPress Block Editor: Widgets
As WordPress continues to evolve, one of the most transformative updates in recent years has been the introduction of the Block Editor—also known as Gutenberg. For us as content creators, developers, and website managers, this shift offers a more visual, flexible, and intuitive way to build pages and manage content. What Are Widgets in the…
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WordPress Block Editor: Formatting Toolbar API
As developers working with WordPress, we’ve seen the shift from the classic editor to the modern Block Editor. One powerful features we get to work with is it the Formatting Toolbar API, which allows us to add custom controls to the inline formatting toolbar of rich text fields in our blocks. What Is the Formatting…
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WordPress Block Editor: Custom Metaboxes and Notices
As WordPress developers, one of the most powerful capabilities we have is extending the editor experience for content creators. In this post, we’re diving into how we can use the Block Editor to add metaboxes and notices—without relying on legacy PHP code. Why Metaboxes and Notices Matter Metaboxes allow us to collect custom meta information…
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WordPress Block Editor: Block Supports Explained
As WordPress developers and site creators, we love the flexibility the Block Editor (Gutenberg) offers us. Whether we’re building custom blocks or fine-tuning user experiences, understanding how Block Supports work is essential. In this blog, we’ll explore what Block Supports are, how to use them, and how can someone implement it in our own custom…
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WordPress Block Editor: Block Filters Explained
As WordPress developers, we’ve come to appreciate the power and flexibility of the Block Editor (a.k.a. Gutenberg). While creating custom blocks is often the go-to approach, sometimes we just want to modify existing blocks — tweak how they behave, change their appearance, or even alter how they save data. That’s where block filters come in.…
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WordPress Block Editor: Creating a Custom Block
In the evolving world of web development, the WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg) has revolutionized how we design and manage content. In this blog post, we’ll walk through the entire process—from setup to seeing our custom block in action. Why Create Custom Blocks? While WordPress provides plenty of built-in blocks, we often find ourselves needing tailor-made…
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Advanced Theme Development in WordPress: WP_Widget
When we’re building advanced WordPress themes, we often focus on custom post types, taxonomies, and template hierarchies. But there’s one powerful tool that’s often overlooked: the WP_Widget class. Mastering widgets can unlock new possibilities for dynamic, user-configurable areas within our themes. Today, let’s dive deep into WP_Widget and how we can use it to create…
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Advanced Theme Development in WordPress: Child Themes
As WordPress developers, we’re always looking for ways to build websites that are not only beautiful and functional but also maintainable and upgrade-friendly. One of the best practices in advanced WordPress theme development is creating and using child themes. In this post, we’ll walk through what child themes are, why they matter, and how we…