Hey there! Gutenberg 8.6 released on July 22. Let’s review some of those features and then dive into some design updates.
Gutenberg 8.6
- All the updated patterns are included.
- The Cover block now supports focal point for video backgrounds.
- Site icon is displayed in the topbar of the Editor in full-screen mode.
- For anyone converting Classic editor content to Gutenberg blocks, the button on the Classic block has been surfaced higher for easy access.
- etc.
Work in progress
Document display & settings
The recent iterations have explored moving the settings out of the sidebar and into another location.
https://github.com/WordPress/gutenberg/issues/20877
Multi-entity saving
While making changes to content, templates, and template parts, WordPress should communicate these changes and what is being saved to the user. Recent iterations explored how a user might save out their changes separately.
https://github.com/WordPress/gutenberg/issues/20474
Icons
The new icons in the Block Editor are wonderful. However, many additions are needed to support the work being done on full-site editing. Some recent explorations are focused on the Post blocks which will be used in creating templates.
https://github.com/WordPress/gutenberg/issues/24175
Browse mode
This particular issue aims to aide in browsing one’s site by clicking links on their page to jump to those pages and posts. Some prototypes have been posted recently and can use some feedback.
https://github.com/WordPress/gutenberg/issues/23328
Get involved
Now is a great time to get involved. While the work on this project is intense, it is always important to glean new perspectives from other WordPress users and community members. Just drop into any of the links provided above to read up on the details, contribute, and leave feedback.
Thanks for reading, staying informed, and contributing anywhere you can!