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4 Editor Improvements in WordPress 5.8: What to Expect From the Update

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July 23, 2021

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With every WordPress update, the platform introduces new features and editing tools. These changes can feel overwhelming, especially if you have just familiarized yourself with the latest version. As the new WordPress 5.8 update approaches, you may be wondering what to expect from the upcoming editing overhaul. WordPress 5.8 will introduce Full Site Editing (FSE) features, new blocks, and different block placement options. Thankfully, these new elements look set to improve the usability of the current WordPress editor, and will enable greater control over your website’s appearance and functionality. This guide will take a detailed look at the four main […]

WordPress Pros and Cons: Why You Should Use It (And Why Not)

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July 22, 2021

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So, you’ve heard of WordPress but might be unsure about whether it’s the right platform for your website. In order to help you decide, in this post, we’re breaking down the pros and cons WordPress has to offer. Ultimately, which platform is right for will depend on your specific needs, your skill set, and your goals. Whether it’s the right CMS for your situation or whether you should opt for something else entirely is something only you can know. All we can do is try to point you in the right direction. But first, let’s get acquainted with WordPress for the uninitiated.  What […]

Sharing React Components With Gutenberg

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November 21, 2018

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The new WordPress block-based editor Gutenberg is coming to the WordPress soon. While no one has yet defined where Gutenberg will next be used, its been well architected for reuse, which is great, because plugin developers can now use these components in other interfaces, in the WordPress admin and beyond. Because the Gutenberg team is currently moving a lot of the code that is most likely to be reused into npm modules, this makes it very simple to reuse the Gutenberg components in a React app, even if it isn’t in WordPress. That’s not the only way to import Gutenberg […]

19 Gutenberg Features You Might Not Be Aware Of (But Should!)

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March 2, 2021

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Gutenberg has been out for quite a while, but you’ll find that there are still plenty of new skills to learn and features to discover. Plus, the editor receives updates pretty frequently, which means there might be an abundance of details you aren’t even aware of. Though Gutenberg promotes itself as an easier way to build websites than the classic WordPress editor, there’s still a learning curve to it. Discover all these hidden features, though, and you’ll be well on your way to mastering the tool. Let’s lift the veil on the mysteries of Gutenberg. Here are 10 Gutenberg features […]

How to Test Your Plugins With the Upcoming Gutenberg Editor

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September 18, 2017

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One of the benefits of working with WordPress is its maturity as a platform. However, the reason it has stayed so relevant is the project’s adaptability. Recently, there have been great strides towards a switching to a brand new editor called Gutenberg. As with any major software change, you’ll want to make sure your existing plugins and themes will be compatible with this new editor. Thankfully, the code for the Gutenberg editor is now available as a public plugin in the WordPress.org Plugin Directory. This means you can download and install it to get a feel for any major compatibility issues in […]

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