Update 1:
A First Look at the New Block Editor

Laura Elizabeth Last update:

Here it is: a first look at the new block editor coming in Client Portal 5.0. This is currently in beta and due to be released by mid-January 2024.
 

 
In this video, we cover:
 

  • What the new editor looks like from the backend
  • How to style each block
  • Editing the menu
  • Embedding videos
  • Changes to the project status blocks
  • Rejigging the layout of your portals

 

Laura Elizabeth Read full bio
Laura is the founder of Client Portal, a WordPress plugin for freelancers and agencies to use with their clients to keep track of all the files, links, and deliverables in a professional, centralized portal.

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