Explore the exciting new features in WordPress 6.3

WordPress 6.3 is here, and it’s packed with new features and improvements to make your website-building experience even better.
From an enhanced user interface to powerful developer tools, this release has something for everyone.
Here are just a few of the highlights:
- New blocks: WordPress 6.3 adds a new block library with over 100 new blocks, including blocks for things like maps, tables, and accordions.
- Improved site editor: The site editor has been redesigned to make it easier to create and edit your website. You can now drag and drop blocks to create your content, and you can preview your changes in real time.
- Developer interface: The developer interface has been updated with new features and improvements, making it easier to build custom themes and plugins.We’re also excited to give you a sneak peek at what’s coming in WordPress 6.4.
In the next release, we’re planning to add even more new blocks, improve the site editor, and make it easier for developers to build custom themes and plugins.
We hope you enjoy WordPress 6.3!
Join us on this journey through WordPress 6.3 and beyond.
Welcome to WordPress 6.3
To learn more about WordPress 6.3, including the jazz artist featured, please visit the official announcement post. Every release features a different jazz artist, and the full documentation is also available there.

In this release, WordPress is making it easier for users to get involved in the community. A new “Contribute” page has been added to the dashboard, which provides links to resources for getting started.
The WordPress community is made up of millions of people from all over the world who contribute to the software in different ways. Some people write code, others create themes and plugins, and still others translate the software into different languages.
If you’re interested in getting involved, the new “Contribute” page is a great place to start. You can find information on how to contribute to the software, as well as links to the community forums and other resources.
Here are some of the ways you can get involved in WordPress:
Contribute code: If you’re a developer, you can contribute code to the WordPress core, plugins, or themes.
Translate the software: WordPress is available in over 100 languages, and we’re always looking for translators.
Write documentation: WordPress documentation is a great way to help others learn about the software.
Answer questions: The WordPress support forums are a great place to help people with their WordPress problems.
Organize or attend events: There are WordPress events happening all over the world. Get involved and meet other WordPress users.
No matter how you choose to get involved, you’re making a difference. Thank you for your contributions to WordPress!
User Interface
Since the introduction of Gutenberg in WordPress 5.0, the user interface has been continuously improved with each release. This release adds features that are designed to make your workflow faster and help you achieve the exact look you want.
Here are some of the specific improvements that have been made to the user interface in WordPress 6.3:
- A new command palette makes it easier to find and access commands, such as inserting blocks, editing styles, and previewing changes.
- A new distraction-free mode helps you focus on your content by hiding the toolbar and other distractions.
- A new block theme preview allows you to see how a block theme will look on your website before you activate it.
- Style revisions allow you to undo changes to your style settings.
- New blocks and improved design tools give you more options for creating your content.
These are just a few of the many improvements that have been made to the user interface in WordPress 6.3. If you’re a WordPress user, I encourage you to check out the new features and see how they can help you improve your workflow.
Command Palette
The new Command Palette in WordPress 6.3 makes it easier than ever to navigate your website and get things done.
With the Command Palette, you can quickly access specific pages, templates, or template parts, and even start creating new content. To open the Command Palette, press Cmd-k on macOS or Ctrl-k on Windows. Then, start typing to see a context-aware selection of commands and shortcuts.
Here are some of the things you can do with the Command Palette:
- Go to a specific page or template: Type the name of the page or template and press Enter.
- Create a new page or template: Type “new” and then the type of page or template you want to create. For example, type “new page” to create a new page.
- Insert a block: Type the name of the block you want to insert. For example, type “image” to insert an image block.
- Edit the style of a block: Type “style” and then the name of the block you want to edit. For example, type “style image” to edit the style of an image block.
- Preview your changes: Type “preview” to preview your changes.
The Command Palette is a powerful new tool that can help you save time and get more done. Give it a try today!
Here are some additional tips for using the Command Palette:
- You can use the Tab key to cycle through the suggestions.
- You can press Esc to close the Command Palette.
- You can also use the Command Palette to access commands that are not available in the toolbar.

Site Editor
Page management
The site editor has been enhanced with a variety of new features and tools, giving site builders more control over their websites. Here are some of the things you can do with the new site editor:
- Manage pages: Easily organize and optimize your website’s pages. The new site editor makes it easier to navigate between pages and make changes to their content and settings.
- Edit content: Take full control of your website’s content. The new site editor includes a variety of tools for editing text, images, and other media elements.
- Access page details: Get a comprehensive overview of each page’s settings and configurations. The new site editor provides detailed information about each page, so you can make informed changes.
- Draft new pages: Work on new pages at your own pace and publish them when you’re ready. The new site editor’s drafting capabilities allow you to save your work and come back to it later.

Theme preview
Preview block themes in the site editor for a more efficient and seamless experience.
To do this, follow these simple steps:
Go to Appearance > Themes in your WordPress dashboard.
Find the block theme you want to preview.
Click the Live Preview button.
The Live Preview button allows you to preview a block theme without having to activate it. This makes it easy to try out different themes and find the one that’s right for your website.
A sneak peek at WordPress 6.4
WordPress 6.4, led by an all-women and non-binary release squad, is scheduled for release on November 7. This marks the start of Phase 3 of Gutenberg, which focuses on collaboration. What features would you like to see in WordPress 6.4?
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