Builder Basics: Exploring Block Layout, Alignment, and Dimensions

In this Online Workshop, we’ll explore everything you need to know about positioning blocks in WordPress, with a special focus on the new features in WordPress 6.1. From layout and alignment to vertical and horizontal block spacing, you’ll learn the nuance of each and how to configure them correctly. Join us for an interactive presentation followed by a group Q&A.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the “Inner blocks use content width” setting on container blocks
• Learn how to apply custom layout settings and how these settings work
• Understand why sometimes alignment/layout options are not available on certain blocks
• Learn how to use block dimensions
• Learn what Block Spacing is (i.e., blockGap) and how to use it

Meetup Information

Where: Zoom (Link will be visible after RSVP)
Audience: Builders/Users
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Language: English with live Zoom transcription

What is Builder Basics?

The WordPress Editor is a blank canvas that allows us to express our creativity and design beautiful layouts using blocks. However, building with blocks is a paradigm shift compared to traditional website design. Sometimes it can be challenging to know where to start or keep up with all of the continual enhancements, especially in the context of Full Site Editing.

In the “Builder Basics” series, we’ll attempt to demystify components of the building experience. From a deep dive into the Query block to an exploration of block alignment and dimensions, you’ll learn to master the basics of modern WordPress design. While some familiarity with the Editor is recommended, these sessions are designed for all skill levels and require virtually no coding.