Welcome to the “Quick Start Guide” tutorial for WordPress. This guide will help you navigate and master the innovative Gutenberg editor for creating posts and pages with ease.

Introducing the Gutenberg Editor

Gutenberg is WordPress’s modern editor, offering a refreshing, block-based approach to content creation. It draws inspiration from website builders like Squarespace and Wix to give you a versatile and intuitive layout experience. Forget the need for shortcodes, custom field templates, and complex plugins—Gutenberg is designed to simplify your workflow.

Your New Editing Experience

Gutenberg transforms the way you edit by using ‘blocks’—a powerful shift from the classic HTML editor. These blocks empower you to craft media-rich content without any coding skills, making the process user-friendly for both beginners and seasoned web creators.

What Are Blocks?

Blocks are the core elements of Gutenberg, enabling you to insert, style, and adjust content with minimal technical know-how. They eliminate the need for custom coding, letting you focus on what matters most—your content. Explore a variety of blocks to design and structure your posts and pages beautifully and effectively.

How to Start Creating with Gutenberg

To begin, you’ll need to create a new post or page, which serves as the canvas for your content. Here’s a quick guide to get you started:

  1. Access your WordPress Dashboard.
  2. Select “Posts” or “Pages” from the sidebar menu.
  3. Click “Add New” at the top of your screen.

Remember: Your new post or page remains private until published. You can save it as a draft if you’re not ready to go live.

Adding and Working with Blocks

Ready to build your content? Here’s how to start adding blocks:

  1. Click the “Add Block” button (+) seen at the Header Area.
  2. Choose “Text” from the list to add a text block.
  3. Type in your content and press Enter or click outside the block to finish.

Tip: Regularly save your progress by clicking “Save Draft.”

Fine-Tuning Blocks

Editing blocks is straightforward:

  1. Click on the block you wish to edit.
  2. Make changes using the toolbar above the block or the settings on the right-side panel.

Note: For quick block access, type “/” and select from the most-used block options.

By following this guide, you’ll be well on your way to creating engaging and professional-looking content with WordPress’s Gutenberg editor.