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Apr 14, 2021

RSS Block

This easy to use block allows content maintainers to easily embed content from RSS feeds by simply copying and pasting in the URL of their favorite RSS source. Share numerous stories from outside sources (like the CNN news RSS feed provided in the example below) directly on pages with only a few clicks. Add an RSS Feed…

Apr 14, 2021

Parallax Divider Block

This block allows you to add a visually bold statement on top of an image. A parallax effect occurs when the user scrolls down the page. This striking alternative to a standard image or callout box catches users’ attention as they skim the content of a page. Block Customization In addition to the included image…

Mar 22, 2021

Gravity Forms

Introduction This page provides a quick introduction to Gravity Forms, a powerful tool for creating professional looking forms embedded directly into a WordPress page or post. The easy to use form building platform helps to save time while also allowing users to preview their forms before taking them live on their site. Through its configuration…

Oct 27, 2020

Icon Links Block

Use Cases The Icon Links block can be a useful alternative to the Link List block, the Featured Content block and the Button block when trying to display an assortment of resources. The Icon Links block allows content maintainers to build out a grid of related links that help catch a reader’s attention via a…

Oct 27, 2020

Photo Gallery Block

Use Cases The Photo Gallery block is a useful tool for displaying a set of photos in a gallery format. This block is easy to navigate and affords site maintainers the option to show multiple images in one space while keeping the page real-estate used at a minimum. This block can be particularly effective for…

Sep 2, 2020

Magazine Preview Block

The Magazine Preview block is specially created for showcasing other content within a selected Magazine issue. Upon selecting a magazine issue to show posts from, this block will automatically populate with other stories from the same issue. The order of the stories is determined by the story ordering set within the issue configuration page relative…

Sep 2, 2020

Sandwich Narrative Block

Use a Sandwich Narrative block as a supplement that expands upon a specific point within a larger story. While the main Page or Post content sets the stage and gives full details on a particular topic, the Sandwich Narrative block allows users to present a secondary, shorter yet relevant story embedded directly within the original…

May 28, 2020

Giving Form Block

Use Cases The Giving Form block utilizes the Advancement Online Giving Link Builder to embed a gift intake form directly into a WordPress site. This block can be an effective way to facilitate giving in association with a specific page or story. As seen in the example below, the giving form can even be floated…

May 28, 2020

Table Block

Use Cases The Table block is a sleek, easy to use table builder. Creating tables from directly within WordPress has never been easier with Gutenberg. Create stylized tables to deliver charts and data to various audiences without having to use TablePress. See an example of the Table block below. Features In Gutenberg, adding a Table…

May 27, 2020

Thumbnail Gallery Block

Overview This block allows you to display many photos in a condensed amount of screen space. This is useful for cases where a large number of images are available for a particular story, but are topically relevant to eachother and best viewed in conjunction with other relevant images. Think a gallery of NC State Fair…