Mastering Gutenberg Block Editor

Mastering the WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor

The Gutenberg Block Editor is the default editor for WordPress 5.0 and later, revolutionizing how you build websites. While many users appreciate the classic editor for blog posts, Gutenberg offers flexibility with its integrated "Classic" block. This course provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and utilizing the various blocks available, empowering you to create stunning and functional WordPress sites.

Here's a breakdown of what you'll learn:

• Introduction & Configuration: Learn to configure and utilize essential Gutenberg editor options and keyboard shortcuts for a more efficient workflow.

• Common Blocks: Master the 10 core Gutenberg blocks, including how to arrange simple pages and blog posts. This section features detailed explanations of two blocks per video, with five videos dedicated to this fundamental aspect.

• Formatting Blocks: Enhance your content with 7 formatting blocks:

  • Classic Block: Easily switch to the classic editor style.
  • Preformatted: Display code and text consistently.
  • Table: Create structured data tables.
  • Verse: Format text as poetry or lyrics.
  • Code: Display code snippets with syntax highlighting.
  • Custom HTML: Insert custom HTML code.
  • Pullquote: Highlight key quotes from your content.
    These blocks are perfect for crafting compelling landing pages and engaging blog posts, even allowing for custom HTML integration.

• Layout Elements: Structure your pages effectively with 7 layout element blocks, including:

  • Columns: Create multi-column layouts.
  • Buttons: Add prominent call-to-action buttons.
  • Page Break: Visually separate sections of content.
  • Media and Text: Combine images and text in a single row.
  • And more!

• Widgets: Effortlessly add common widgets to your pages and posts. The course covers:

  • Latest Comments
  • Shortcode
  • Archives
  • Categories
  • Latest Post

• Embeds: Seamlessly integrate content from other websites and platforms. Learn to embed media (images & videos) from over 33 websites, plus utilize the Embed block for custom embed codes.

• Gutenberg Plugins: Explore the world of Gutenberg block editor plugins. Discover how third-party plugins expand Gutenberg's capabilities with custom Gutenberg blocks. We'll explore a free Gutenberg blocks plugin to enhance your editing experience. Search "Free Gutenberg Blocks Plugin" on Google for more options.

• Gutenberg Themes: Understand the importance of using a Gutenberg-ready theme for full website design. The course features the Osaka Gutenberg Ready Theme and provides guidance on finding other suitable themes.

This course equips you with the skills to confidently use the WordPress Gutenberg editor to build beautiful and functional websites.