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Category: Gutenberg

How to build custom blocks in your WordPress theme

If you’re just getting into block development, deciding where to build your custom blocks can be confusing. Much of the documentation from wordpress.org suggests using a plugin, but in the past you probably stored reusable components directly in your theme. In this blog post, I’ll break down why you probably want to store your custom…

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How Alignments Work in Gutenberg

Alignments are a key concept that helps you create dynamic blocks with varying container sizes. In this blog post, I break down how alignments work in Gutenberg and share some tips you can use to leverage this capability to write more maintainable themes and build unique interfaces quickly. What is an alignment? Alignments are roughly…

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