If you have been using WordPress as a content creator or as a business owner, you must be aware of all the changes WordPress platform has undergone over time. Any small change in WordPress, excites the content creators to explore more about it and this time around the change is bigger and has created a stir amidst the writers. The new editor being introduced in WordPress 5.0 – Yes! you already know it, the Gutenberg Editor-which by now is a familiar name in the world of content creators is going to change the writing and editing experience drastically.
WordPress 5.0- An Overview
- The new version is going to lay more emphasis on the major releases. The WordPress users generally expect two new versions to be released in a year but with 5.0 version, one can expect only major and significant releases with a considerable time gap.
- WordPress is a front runner when it comes to the market share and the new version is focusing on introduction of new tools that will bring in a contoured page building experience.
- The new version will bring in some relief for the developers as it will introduce few changes to the REST API and building applications will become much easier; though the developers might have to study new front-end language.
- The new version is not taking away your classic editor. You can switch between the two editors.
Important things to remember before updating WordPress 5.0
- Do not forget to create a backup before updating the new version of WordPress. You might loose all the data.
- Trying your hands at Gutenberg editor trial version will give you a fair idea of the new editor and its functionality.
- Many websites take the support of Plugins to function. Certain Plugins of your site might not be compatible with the new editor, test them in advance to ensure appropriate functionality with the new editor.
How Gutenberg Editor will change WordPress?
Gutenberg is going to bring in an elemental level development to the default editor. The new editor allows you to use ‘Block’ interface to develop content which is rich and reachable. The editor has various blocks which can be added to your post and can be personalised accordingly. These blocks are in the form of images, paragraphs, quotes, headings, audio and many more. One can experience the flexibility that the ‘Blocks’ give while creating the content. It also allows you to preview you content before it gets published and gives the content creator a freedom and control on their content’s layout, creativity and presentability.
-The drafting area in new WordPress 5.0 with Gutenberg-
Gutenberg for sure is going to to be a big change but the bigger question is about is functionality and real time usage. You can visit the WordPress Plug in directory and load the Gutenberg Plug in. The Plug in is in testing phase but will give you a experience akin to WordPress 5.0 release.
Are you planning to switch to Gutenberg and want to know more about it? Are you apprehensive about using ‘Blocks’ in the new editor? To know more about ‘Gutenberg Editor and Blocks’, Read our next blog…