Ever feel like creating content on WordPress is a bit of a faff? I get it. That’s where Gutenberg comes in.
The lowdown on Gutenberg
Gutenberg is WordPress’s fancy new block editor. It’s like playing with digital Lego bricks, but for your website.
Instead of one big text box, you get loads of little blocks. Each block is for different stuff – text, images, videos, you name it.
Why should you care?
Here’s the deal:
- It’s way easier to make your content look ace
- You can move stuff around without breaking everything
- It’s more fun than the old editor (trust me on this one)
Getting started with Gutenberg
Don’t panic, it’s not rocket science. Here’s how to kick things off:
- Click ‘Add new post’ in WordPress
- You’ll see a blank page with a blinking cursor
- Start typing or click the ‘+’ to add a block
- Pick the kind of block you want
- Fill it with your brilliant content
Cool tricks to try
Once you’ve got the basics down, give these a go:
- Use the ‘Cover’ block for snazzy header images
- Try the ‘Columns’ block to create multi-column layouts
- Embed tweets, videos, or even Spotify playlists
But is it really worth the hassle?
Look, change can be a pain. But Gutenberg’s not going anywhere. It’s the future of WordPress, so you might as well get on board.
Plus, once you get the hang of it, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. Promise.
FAQs
Is Gutenberg hard to learn?
Nah, it’s pretty intuitive. Give it a day or two and you’ll be flying.
Can I still use the old editor?
Yeah, there’s a plugin for that. But honestly, give Gutenberg a chance first.
Will Gutenberg work with my theme?
Most likely. If not, it might be time for an upgrade anyway.
Wrapping up
Gutenberg’s not perfect, but it’s a game-changer for WordPress. Give it a shot, and you might just fall in love with content creation all over again.
And hey, if you’re still struggling, give me a shout. I’m Mohammed Amine Belbachir, a Moroccan Web Developer. I offer services to help you get the most out of Gutenberg and WordPress. Let’s make your website shine!