Display Gutenberg blocks using shortcode anywhere on your site. Create reusable block templates and embed them with simple shortcodes.
| Author: | Saiful Islam (profile at wordpress.org) |
| WordPress version required: | 6.2 |
| WordPress version tested: | 6.8.2 |
| Plugin version: | 1.0.1 |
| Added to WordPress repository: | 31-08-2025 |
| Last updated: | 31-08-2025 |
| Rating, %: | 0 |
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| Plugin URI: | https://wordpress.org/plugins/anywhere-blocks... |
| Total downloads: | 266 |
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Anywhere Blocks by Shortcode is a powerful WordPress plugin that allows you to create reusable Gutenberg block templates and display them anywhere on your website using simple shortcodes.
Key Features
- Block Template System: Create custom block templates using the full Gutenberg editor
- Simple Shortcode Integration: Display your block templates anywhere with
[anbsg_block id='123'] - Gutenberg Editor Integration: Built-in shortcode panel in the block editor for easy copying
- Custom Post Type: Dedicated “Block Templates” post type for organized management
- Admin Interface: Clean admin interface with shortcode column for quick access
- Developer Friendly: Clean, well-documented code with proper namespacing and autoloading
How It Works
- Create Block Templates: Navigate to “Block Templates” in your WordPress admin and create new templates using the Gutenberg editor
- Get Your Shortcode: Copy the generated shortcode from the admin list or the editor sidebar panel
- Use Anywhere: Paste the shortcode in any post, page, widget, or template file
Shortcode Usage
Basic usage:
[anbsg_block id=’123′]
Alternative parameters:
[anbsg_block template_id=’123′]
[anbsg_block post_id=’123′]
Perfect For
- Reusable Content Blocks: Create once, use everywhere
- Marketing Sections: Call-to-action blocks, promotional banners
- Product Showcases: Product grids, testimonials, feature lists
- Footer Content: Complex footer layouts with blocks
- Widget Areas: Advanced widget content using blocks
- Template Parts: Reusable sections for themes and page builders
Developer Features
- Clean Architecture: Namespaced classes with PSR-4 autoloading
- Extensible: Action and filter hooks for customization
- Performance Optimized: Efficient loading and minimal resource usage
- WordPress Standards: Follows WordPress coding standards and best practices
Usage
Creating Block Templates
- Go to Block Templates in your WordPress admin menu
- Click Add New to create a new block template
- Use the Gutenberg editor to design your content with any blocks
- Publish the template
- Copy the shortcode from the list view or editor sidebar
Using Shortcodes
In Posts/Pages:
Simply paste the shortcode in the content editor:
[anbsg_block id=’123′]
In Widgets:
Add a “Custom HTML” widget and insert the shortcode.
In Template Files:
Use the do_shortcode() function:
In Page Builders:
Most page builders support shortcodes in their text/HTML elements.
Editor Integration
When editing a block template, you’ll see a “Shortcode” panel in the document settings sidebar. This panel:
* Displays the current shortcode for the template
* Includes a “Copy Shortcode” button for quick copying
* Updates automatically with the post title
Technical Details
System Requirements
- WordPress 6.2 or higher
- PHP 8.0 or higher
- Gutenberg editor (Block Editor)
File Structure
`
anywhere-blocks-shortcode/
├── anywhere-blocks-shortcode.php (Main plugin file)
├── autoloader.php (PSR-4 autoloader)
├── app/
│ ├── base.php (Base class)
│ └── functions.php (Utility functions)
├── view/
│ ├── loader.php (View loader)
│ ├── cpt.php (Custom post type)
│ └── shortcode.php (Shortcode handler)
├── src/
│ ├── index.js (Main JavaScript)
│ └── sidebar/ (Editor sidebar components)
└── build/ (Compiled assets)
`
Hooks and Filters
Actions:
* init – Registers custom post type
* plugins_loaded – Initializes plugin
* enqueue_block_editor_assets – Loads editor scripts
Filters:
* the_content – Processes block content
* manage_{post_type}_posts_columns – Adds shortcode column
* Template filters for custom rendering
Developer Notes
The plugin follows WordPress coding standards and uses:
* Namespaced classes (ANBS_Block_Shortcode)
* PSR-4 autoloading
* Clean separation of concerns
* Proper sanitization and validation
* WordPress REST API compatibility
Support
For support, feature requests, or bug reports, please visit:
* Plugin URI: https://wordpress.org/plugins/anywhere-blocks-shortcode/
* Author Profile: https://profiles.wordpress.org/codersaiful/
Credits
Developed by Saiful Islam (codersaiful)
* Profile: https://profiles.wordpress.org/codersaiful/
* Email: codersaiful@gmail.com
Special thanks to the WordPress community and Gutenberg development team.
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