You can resize a block on WordPress using either the visual editor by dragging its handles or by adjusting spacing settings in the block's settings sidebar.
Here's a breakdown of the methods:
Resizing Using the Visual Editor (Click and Drag)
- Select the Block: Click on the block you want to resize within the WordPress editor. This could be an image block, a column block, or any block that allows resizing.
- Look for Anchors: Once the block is selected, you should see small "anchors" or handles appear at the corners and sometimes the sides of the block. These are the visual cues that allow for resizing.
- Click and Drag: Click on any of the anchors and drag your mouse to scale the image or block. Moving the anchor will change the size of the block dynamically.
Resizing Using Block Settings (Sidebar)
- Select the Block: Click the block you wish to resize.
- Open Block Settings: Look for the settings sidebar on the right-hand side of the screen. If it's not visible, click the settings icon (usually a gear or cog icon) in the top-right corner of the editor.
- Find Spacing Options: Within the block settings, look for options related to "Spacing" or size adjustments. This may include settings for:
- Width: Specifying the width of the block, often as a percentage of the content area or in pixels.
- Height: (Less Common) Specifying the height of the block.
- Padding: Adjusting the spacing inside the block, which can visually affect its perceived size.
- Margin: Adjusting the spacing outside the block, which affects its position relative to other blocks.
- Adjust Values: Change the numerical values or use sliders to adjust the size or spacing according to your preference. The block in the editor will update to reflect your changes.
Important Considerations
- Responsive Design: Be mindful of how your resizing choices affect the responsiveness of your website on different devices (desktops, tablets, and smartphones). Test your changes on various screen sizes.
- Block Types: The availability of resizing options depends on the specific block type. Some blocks offer more flexibility than others.
- Theme Styles: Your WordPress theme may have its own CSS styles that override or influence the resizing behavior of blocks.
