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Contextual Patterns

Contextual patterns in WordPress are special block patterns that are attached to specific block types. Unlike standard patterns, which are inserted manually from the block inserter, contextual patterns appear as design options within the block editor when you are working with a particular block type.

Query Loop Patterns​

Some blocks such as the Query Loop block have patterns built into the settings of the block. To find the contextual patterns for the Query Loop block:

  • Select the Query Loop in the Block toolbar.
  • Click on Choose

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  • All the available Patterns will appear.
  • Select the desired pattern.

After selecting the desired pattern, you can still modify its structure through the WordPress editor to adapt it to your use case. However, the changes will not be reflected globally on your site.

External Resources​

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If you would like to know more about WordPress patterns, please visit the Official WordPress documentation!