The Gutenberg editor is the default editor for WordPress since version 5.0, released in December 2018. It is a block-based editor that allows users to create and edit content using individual blocks, each with its own unique functionality and design.
Some of the benefits of the Gutenberg editor include:
- Enhanced editing experience: The Gutenberg editor offers a more intuitive and streamlined editing experience compared to the previous classic editor. Users can easily add and arrange content using a drag-and-drop interface, and customize individual blocks with various options and settings.
- More flexible layout options: With the Gutenberg editor, users have more flexibility and control over their page layouts, since they can add and arrange content in any way they want using blocks. This allows for more creative and customized designs.
- Better compatibility with themes and plugins: Since the Gutenberg editor is the default editor for WordPress, it is designed to work seamlessly with most WordPress themes and plugins, which means fewer compatibility issues and more consistent results.
- Future-proofing: The Gutenberg editor is built on a modern and flexible architecture that allows for easy updates and improvements over time, which means that it is better equipped to adapt to new technologies and changing needs in the future.
