How to Create & Manage Block Patterns in WordPress
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How to Create & Manage Block Patterns in WordPress
WordPress block patterns are among its most versatile design features. They provide readymade layouts for all manner of uses. And it seems like there is no end to their possibilities.
Want to add a pricing table? Check. How about a custom photo gallery? Check. What if you’d like an entire About Us page? Check. We’re only scratching the surface here.
Block patterns are also undergoing constant improvement. They were once included only in themes and plugins, for instance. Then came the Block Pattern Directory, which publishes patterns for anyone’s use.
Well, hold onto your hats. Things have gotten even better. WordPress now has a way to create, manage, and share block patterns – all from within the Block Editor.
Want to see how it works? Check out our quick guide to creating and managing block patterns in WordPress.
Why Create a Block Pattern?
Before we dig into the tutorial, let’s define who this feature is for. Creating block patterns makes sense for those wanting to use the same group of blocks multiple times.
A call-to-action (CTA) interface is one example. Let’s say you want to place it in various areas of your website. A block pattern will help you maintain a consistent look across your site. Thus, there’s no need to reinvent the wheel for each use.
You can also choose whether to “sync” a block pattern. You’ll edit a synced pattern from a singular location. Those changes will take effect everywhere the pattern is being used. So, change the CTA’s background color once and see it reflected all over.
An unsynced pattern provides a basic layout framework. You’ll edit each instance of the pattern – giving it unique content. In this case, our CTA might have the same layout – but with different text, colors, and imagery. The unsynced pattern serves as a starting point.
You might also want to create a block pattern of a full-page layout. Use it as the basis for future pages. Or use it as a backup. You know, in case someone breaks your carefully crafted page.
The bottom line? Create a block pattern for anything you might want to use again.
Example: A Product Profile Block Pattern
Let’s move on to a basic example. Our fictional website will have a “Products” page. We’ll use it to showcase each product our client sells.
Each product on the list will use the same layout. So, why not create an unsynced block pattern? It will provide a more efficient way to build our page.
Plus, adding products in the future will be easier – even if we decide to give each product a separate page down the road.
Step 1: Create a Layout
The first step is to create a layout in the WordPress Block Editor. Here, we’ve built an example of what each product should look like. And we’ve done so directly on the Products page.
Each product will feature a title, description, and image. From there, we’ll add buttons that point to related resources.
Note: We used the free version of GenerateBlocks to create some layout elements. However, you can create patterns using any blocks you like.
Step 2: Select the Blocks We Want in Our Pattern
Next, we’ll need to select blocks to include in our pattern. We’ll use the List View feature to make our selections.
Step 3: Create a Pattern
Now, it’s time to create our block pattern. We’ll click on the block options button to open a menu. Then, we’ll click on the Create pattern entry.
The dialog box asks us to give our pattern a name. Also, note the toggle for syncing the pattern. It’s also possible to assign your block pattern to a category.
We’ll call our pattern “Product Profile” and choose not to sync it.
That’s all there is to it! We now have an unsynced block pattern for adding products to our page.
Step 4: See It in Action
We have our first product set up. Now, let’s use our new block pattern to add another.
We’ll place our cursor below the first product. Then, we’ll add our pattern. We can search for it by name or select it from the My patterns category.
That was quick! Now, we’ll make the necessary edits. We changed the title, description, and image to match our new product. We also changed the button colors.
How to Edit Your Block Pattern
So, what if you want to make changes to your block pattern? WordPress provides an area to do so – but it’s somewhat hidden.
Here’s how to find it:
Via the WordPress Block Editor: Click the Options menu on the upper right of the screen. Then, select Manage patterns.
Via the WordPress Site Editor: Note that this will apply to those using a block theme. Access the Site Editor by going to Appearance > Editor in the WordPress dashboard.
Click on Manage all of my patterns at the bottom of the menu sidebar.
The Patterns Screen
The Patterns screen houses your custom block patterns. It looks similar to other pages and post listings. However, there are a few items we wanted to note.
First, it’s possible to export your block patterns. Hover over your pattern and click the Export as JSON link.
As you might expect, you can also import these patterns. Use the Import from JSON button at the top of the screen. You’ll be able to upload the JSON file containing your pattern.
This function provides a path to share your patterns across multiple websites.
Making Changes
Let’s say we want to edit our Product Profile block pattern. We can do so within the same Block Editor interface.
Here, we’ve changed the text headings and made the image smaller.
As a reminder, this is an unsynced pattern. Therefore, our changes will only be visible when adding a new instance.
A synced pattern would immediately display the changes throughout the website. However, we wouldn’t be able to edit the content individually. The contents would be the same everywhere the pattern is used.
Despite this fact, we’re not stuck. We can create a new block pattern if we outgrow the current one. Still, it’s good to know the difference between synced and unsynced patterns.
Note: A new feature in WordPress 6.5, synced pattern overrides, will allow for changes for each instance. See this tutorial for details.
Use Custom Block Patterns to Increase Consistency & Efficiency
Block patterns keep getting better. And creating and managing them within WordPress adds another layer of convenience.
Having an archive of patterns on a per-site basis comes in handy. It can be a huge time saver. They can speed up the build process. Plus, they’ll make content updates easier.
If you want to share your work, that’s easy to do via the export and import features. You can install patterns on additional sites or submit them to the Patterns Directory.
Take some time to experiment with creating custom block patterns. You might be surprised at what you can accomplish!
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haven't seen this on here yet so:
in case you don't want to slog through the shitscape that is the bird/letter website, take a peek beneath the cut (shamelessly copied from the something awful forums dungeon meshi thread)
- Her first memory of video games was watching her father playing Wizardry on Famicom, also Dragon Quest, Ultima, and Fire Emblem among others.
- She was a difficult child so her parents didn't let her play. Wizardry is a boring game to watch, but the monster illustrations on the walkthrough evoked her imagination and made her keep watching.
- She only started becoming a serious gamer after the serialization of Dungeon Meshi was locked, for research purposes. Before that, she read fantasy novels such as The Neverending Story (Michael Ende) and The Lord of the Rings (JRR Tolkien).
- The international title for Dungeon Meshi: Delicious in Dungeons was decided by her editor.
- D&D popped up a lot when she researched the history of video games, so she read the rule books, replay novels, and games inspired by D&D.
- One of the first games she studied was the Legend of Grimrock (game's 80% off on Steam atm). Originally, she wanted Dungeon Master (FTL Games) which was famous for "RPG with meals" but hunting down the game and machine was too much.
- She didn't like games other than turn-based RPGs at first, but she decided to stop being picky and play anything that piqued her interest.
- She played Zelda: BotW and TotK on a borrowed Switch from her editor due to the console's scarcity at the time.
- She enjoyed Red Dead Redemption 2 and God of War for their stories. RDR2's incredible attention to detail had Kui engrossed so much that she asked her editor and other mangaka to play it so she could discuss it with them.
- Kui praised The Witcher 3 localization as something only possible with full support from the developer. Cyberpunk 2077 is one of her all-time favorites.
- Papers, Please was her first taste of indie games.
- Disco Elysium is the perfect game for her due to the lack of fighting, intriguing story, charming character interaction, and top-down perspective. She tried playing it in English at first due to an unlikely chance for JP loc, but it was out of her ability. Thus she is forever grateful to Spike Chunsoft for localizing it.
- Kui played Baldur's Gate 3 from the time it was in Early Access. Again, she's grateful for Spike Chunsoft's JP loc. She hoped BG3's success would bring the possibility of JP loc for other titles too, such as Pathfinder: wotr
- She likes games with top-down perspective because they have narration text for monologues and scenery description. Even if the graphic is lacking, the texts show the atmosphere and each character's behavior and psyche. Also, characters that react to your choices.
- She praised Unpacking and House Flipper for being able to tell what kind of person lives there only through their belongings, and that there's no right or wrong for the placements; she would make the best arrangement and then enjoy her hard work while sipping tea.
- The biggest inspiration for Dungeon Meshi was the Cosmic Forge pen from Wizardry VI. With improved graphics from its predecessor, now it could show broken farming tools in the background and many more details that made exploration so much fun.
- At the time of the interview (Dec '23) she still hadn't watched DunMeshi anime, but she attended the recording sessions. She's embarrassed that the dialog she wrote now acted passionately by professionals. Marcille's screaming was wonderful but also made her want to flee.
- Kui was anxious about the CP2077 anime adaptation, but she was relieved it was the Night City she knows and loves.
- Other than minor adjustments, she left it to TRIGGER as to how to adapt
- She's happy that Mitsuda Yasunori was chosen as the anime composer, as she used to play Chrono Cross and rewatched the opening many times.
- Her anticipated games in 2024 are Cloudpunk, Nivalis, and Avowed.
- DunMeshi would be hard to adapt into a game because in the first place, what Kui depicted in the manga are parts that are omitted in games for the sake of brevity.
- If DunMeshi game was Wizardry-like, it'd be told through Laios' perspective and eating was essential not to die
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FUCK ME LIKE THE MEN BETWEEN THOSE PAGES
Bottom John Price x Top Male Reader
Just Price brain rot🤤 I've always wanted to a model for MLM porn sites ngl so I'm living through this fic🙏 As usual not proofread :)
FEM ALIGNED + MINORS DNI
Prices would be one of those faceless models for those erotic gay romance novels. All his work would be faceless. Just something he did to make money on the side.
It was a secret that was long forgotten. Memories replaced by his military service. His body more scarred than his younger self's. His own books but they were just collecting dust in a box.
When you got together, you had found one of the books Price had forgotten that was on a shelf. Your eyes grew wide as you noiced it was Price's shirtless body on the front cover. A small mole on his left hip was telltale that it was him.
Flipping the book over and reading the synopsis reveals the dirty content of it. All the colour washes from Price's face as he sees what you have in your hand.
Price was about to open his mouth to quickly deny it but saw your giddy excitement. Though Price felt a bit shameful, he told you that there was more. A lot more.
With much hesitation from him and a whole lot more convincing from you, Price lent you the books. His amazing body on every single one of them. A new scar here and there as the
He had been surprised that you never poked fun at him and that you were genuinely interested in his past works.
You'd admit that the sex scenes depicted were the main thing that got you interested. You'd imagine Price vividly as the characters he model on the front covers. It didn't take long for you to read through the lot of them.
When Price would be on deployment, he'd get a text from you.
Cum on the front cover or on the pages. Or others with your erect cock slotted like a bookmark between the pages with the dirtiest scenes, precum dripping onto the sheets.
You'd send worded texts underneath the photo like "Try these with me?" or "What if were we the ones to do this?"
Price hated himself for showing you the books right before the mission, making the wait painfully long.
Sexualy frustrated and slightly pissed he had to wait for his deployment to end, Price would have a lonely wank in his barracks. His fingers didn't feel right. His fantasies never felt like details in the books. Nothing felt like you.
Once he got back, Price had to fight back a boner as the anticipation took over him. He went through countless cigars trying to get his mind on something else. The 141 Boys knew something was up. Soap had to control the intrusive thoughts to ask if you were waiting naked when Price returned home.
Which he wasn't wrong. The moment Price came through that door he was already painfully hard. Before he could even open his mouth to greet you, you were on him like a fly to honey, attacking his neck with bruising kisses. Whispering the dirty dialog from one of the books made Price weak in the knees.
Thus was the beginning of your roleplay sex.
Your playtime is always different. Numerous scenarios with one thing in common: Mind blowing sex.
Price would play a royal guard, and you, the prince. A prince in a loveless engagement to a princess. A guard pleading loyalty as he rides the prince on the royal throne.
A grade slipping college student fucking his teacher in an empty classroom for extra credit. Blowjows underneath desks replaces the outdated method of study and paying attention to lectures.
A hunter who falls in love with a werewolf he's supposed to kill. The wolf is just a dumb puppy who needs to be told what to do. With a collar around his neck, ready to be tugged at and the willingness to please his master, puppy soon becomes skilled at lapping at master's hole.
A rowdy rockstar and his stressed out manager. The musician needing to burn off the adrenaline after the show and the poor management needing the stress fucked out of him. The real show was played backstage. The manager put on quite the proformance, his deep moans sounded much better than your singing.
A sex therapist that prefers to take on a more hands-on approach. That skilled tongue was used more than just giving advice.
Or lastly, a priest beguiled by a gorgeous sinner. Guilt was all he felt but it felt like true heaven. God would forgive any sin if he showed true repentance, right? Wouldn't Jesus have died for nothing if we didn't sin?
Sure, some where terrible written and some were written by women with a fetish for gay men. Seeing you act out the scenes without missing a beat or breaking out into laughter while you quoted the dirtiest and most ridiculous things.
You'd remember every dirty word uttered. Every scenario memorized. Price was starting to understand what those white women on TikTok saw in those fucking books. It was just too bad they couldn't live it out like he could.
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