Using WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg): A Beginner’s Guide

Welcome to our tutorial on how to use the WordPress Block Editor, also known as Gutenberg. This guide is perfect for beginners, and we’ll explain everything in a simple and clear way.

What is Gutenberg?

The Gutenberg Block Editor is WordPress’s modern editor. Instead of a single content box, Gutenberg uses a block-based system to build pages and posts. Each piece of content, such as a paragraph, image, or video, is a separate block that can be added, edited, and moved easily.

Creating a New Post or Page with Gutenberg

Here’s how to create a new post or page using the Gutenberg Editor:

1. Go to your WordPress admin dashboard.
2. Click on ‘Posts’ > ‘Add New’ or ‘Pages’ > ‘Add New’ from the left-hand side menu. This will take you to the Gutenberg Editor.
3. You’ll see a title block at the top. Add your title here.
4. Click on the ‘+’ button to add a new block. You can choose from a variety of block types, including paragraph, image, video, heading, and more. Each block can be edited and moved separately.
5. Once you’re satisfied with your post or page, click ‘Publish’ at the top-right corner of the page.

Managing Blocks in Gutenberg

Each block in Gutenberg has its own settings and controls:

• Edit: To edit a block, simply click on it. You’ll see a toolbar appear at the top of the block with editing options specific to that block.
• Move: To move a block, use the up and down arrows in the toolbar that appears when you click on the block.
• Delete: To delete a block, click on the three-dot menu in the toolbar and select ‘Remove Block’.

Tips for Using Gutenberg

• Use the Block Navigation: Gutenberg has a Block Navigation tool at the top-left corner of the editor that helps you easily select and navigate between blocks.
• Try the Different Block Types: Gutenberg has a wide variety of block types for different types of content. Explore them to create rich, dynamic pages and posts.
• Use Keyboard Shortcuts: Gutenberg supports keyboard shortcuts to speed up your editing. Click on the three-dot menu at the top-right corner of the editor and select ‘Keyboard Shortcuts’ to see a list of available shortcuts.

With these steps and tips, you’re now ready to start using the Gutenberg Block Editor in WordPress. Enjoy creating amazing content!