The Block Pattern Directory is a resource for content creators who want to find more block patterns to use on their site to save time in creating content in unique layouts. Whether you’re looking for a beautiful way to present some images for your portfolio or a practical contact form section, the pattern directory has numerous options to pick from. It is available to content creators who have the ability to edit posts.
- You can read more about how to use block patterns.
- If you created patterns yourself, you can learn how to submit your pattern to the directory
How to use the Block Directory
How to search for patterns
- Navigate to wordpress.org/patterns.
- You can then use either the categories available to narrow down options or use the “Search patterns” box to search for a specific pattern.

How to use a pattern on your site
- After searching and finding a pattern you like, hover over the pattern and select “Copy”.
- It will then be saved to your clipboard.
- From there, return to your page or post and use the paste functionality to add the pattern into your content.
- You can then customize the pattern as you see fit.

If you’re logged into your WordPress.org account, you can also mark items as a favorite by selecting the heart icon.
Report a Pattern
If you find a pattern that is unusable or broken, has trademark issues, or is inappropriate, you can report the pattern once you log in with your WordPress.org user account.
- At the bottom of each pattern, there is a “Report this pattern” link.
- Click on the link, and the form below shows in an overlay window
- Check one of the offered reasons that is the closest to your cause
- Provide details in the comment
- Click on the blue Report button.
Reporting will not be shared publicly.

You will see a message on screen.

Resource Links
- Intro to Block Patterns Learn WordPress course
- Block Patterns support article
- Submit a pattern to the directory
Changelog:
- 2025-05-27 (props @ravigadhiyawp)
- Update missing ALT texts.
- Updated 2022-03-23
- Added Report this pattern section
- Added link to the new page on how to submit patterns
- Added Changelog
- Created: 2021-07-20