Blocks to Shortcode
Blocks to Shortcode – Use blocks everywhere: in page templates, Elementor, etc.
by Plugin Envision · WordPress.org page · Website
Blocks to Shortcode has 600+ active installs on WordPress.org and 5,227 downloads all time. We have tracked it since September 4, 2026; download trends appear after 30 days of data. The last update was on August 21, 2026, tested up to WordPress 7.0.4.
Blocks to Shortcode at a glance
Is Blocks to Shortcode well maintained?
Features
The feature list from the plugin's own readme on WordPress.org, trimmed to the essentials.
- Custom Post Type for Blocks: Easily manage and create reusable blocks in a dedicated post type
- Automatic ShortCode Generation: Each post generates a unique ShortCode for easy embedding
- Embed Anywhere: Use the generated ShortCode in pages, posts, widgets, or templates
- Gutenberg Compatible: Built to work seamlessly with the Gutenberg editor
- Centralized Block Management: Make changes once in the block post, and they update everywhere the ShortCode is used
- ShortCode Selector block: Select your Blocks to ShortCode in Gutenberg
Blocks to Shortcode reviews and ratings
6 reviews on WordPress.org, with the most recent ones as their authors posted them.
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Very useful
I found the plugin very useful for those who want to start using blocks and can't change the theme.
Heitor_tito -
Fantastic! Just right!
I like to use an encoder to hide forms from bots. Now, thanks to this fine plugin, I can put Gutenberg blocks in a Shrotcode and then put it in the encoder. Note:It also works to put several blocks in a shortcode and display them using user roles. Therefore, only one shortcode is needed to display different content for registered users / public. Ingenious!
WP-Henne -
Exactly what I'm looking for
Best way to connect Gutenberg Blocks in Elementor via this Shortcode Plugin!
rohart -
Amazing
Best plugin for now
robertorefresh -
Thank You! Very Useful.
Very rarely leave reviews, but this plugin deserves to be well known. Some might wonder what is the use case for a Gutenberg shortcode? Sometimes a commercial plugin will come with some nice Gutenberg blocks but not blocks or modules for the page builder you are using, but most all are able to use shortcodes. Very nice.
DL -
Use Blocks Anywhere!
You can create an entire page or just a single block and it will generate a shortcode that you can use anywhere to display the block contents.
Bobby Clapp
Details
Easily convert blocks into shortcodes and reuse them anywhere on your site - in posts, pages, widgets, templates, and page builders like Elementor.
The full description, screenshots and every review live on the WordPress.org page.
Tags
- content reuse
- Elementor Blocks
- gutenberg in shortcode
- gutenberg shortcode
- use blocks anywhere
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- Version
- 0.13
- Last updated
- Aug 21, 2026
- First published
- Nov 16, 2024
- Requires WordPress
- 6.2
- Tested up to
- 7.0.4
- Requires PHP
- 7.2
- Pricing
- Free on WordPress.org
Blocks to Shortcode FAQ
What does Blocks to Shortcode do?
According to its WordPress.org readme, Blocks to Shortcode offers Custom Post Type for Blocks: Easily manage and create reusable blocks in a dedicated post type, Automatic ShortCode Generation: Each post generates a unique ShortCode for easy embedding, Embed Anywhere: Use the generated ShortCode in pages, posts, widgets, or templates, Gutenberg Compatible: Built to work seamlessly with the Gutenberg editor and Centralized Block Management: Make changes once in the block post, and they update everywhere the ShortCode is used.
How many active installs does Blocks to Shortcode have?
WordPress.org reports 600+ active installs for Blocks to Shortcode as of September 7, 2026.
Is Blocks to Shortcode still maintained?
Yes. The last release was on August 21, 2026 and it is tested up to WordPress 7.0.4.
Is Blocks to Shortcode free?
Blocks to Shortcode is free to install from WordPress.org. Many plugins also sell a paid version or add-ons.