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Basic Training Module 3: Essential Blocks<\/p>\n\n\n <\/header>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

The Paragraph block is the most commonly used block in WordPress and is typically the first block you’ll encounter when creating a page or post. It is used to add and format regular text content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most of the written content on your website, including introductions, descriptions, and body copy, will be created using Paragraph blocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to Use a Paragraph Block<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Use a Paragraph block when adding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Regular body text<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Page introductions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Descriptions and explanations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • General website content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Paragraph blocks are best suited for longer sections of text and should be combined with headings to organize content into logical sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"A<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Adding a Paragraph Block<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The Paragraph block is the default block in WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    To add a Paragraph block:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Click within an empty area of the editor and begin typing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Alternatively, click the +<\/strong> button and search for Paragraph<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Enter your content.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Pressing Enter<\/strong> creates a new Paragraph block below the current one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Formatting Text<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      When a Paragraph block is selected, formatting options appear in the block toolbar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Common formatting options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Bold<\/strong>
      Use bold text<\/strong> to emphasize important information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Italics<\/em>
      Use italics for titles, emphasis, or special terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Hyperlinks<\/strong>
      Links allow readers to navigate to other pages or websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      To add a link:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Choose whether the link should open in a new tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Highlight the text you want to link.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Select the link option from the toolbar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Enter or search for a URL.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Best Practices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Keep Paragraphs Short<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Short paragraphs are easier to read online than large blocks of text.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Aim for one idea per paragraph whenever possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Use Headings to Organize Content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Long pages should be broken into sections using Heading blocks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Headings improve readability and accessibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Avoid Excessive Formatting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Use bold and italics sparingly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Too much formatting can make content difficult to scan and reduce its effectiveness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Use Meaningful Link Text<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Links should clearly describe where they lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Good:<\/strong> View our Accessibility Guidelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Avoid:<\/strong> Click here<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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