Keeping your blog content organized is crucial as it keeps your content structured and easy to navigate. The Categories Block simplifies displaying the post categories anywhere on a post or page.
Today, in this guide, we will walk you through “How to Use the Categories Block” and its overview. Make sure to follow us through.
How to Use Categories Block in WordPress?
Adding this block is super easy. To add this block, you must go to your post or page.
Insert the Categories Block
Click the Plus icon “+” (Add Block) (1), type “Categories” in the search box (2), and click on the Categories block (3).

Remember that the categories will be displayed according to your post category. By default, your post will be put into The category of Uncategorized.
However, you can create unlimited categories and assign one to your post.

Categories Block Customization
No block-related settings are provided for the Categories Block in the Block Settings. But there are plenty of options provided for the Styling.
Go to the Style Tab of the block by clicking the Settings (1) > Block (2) > Styles(3).

Choose between Styles: Pill Shaped and Default.

You can also customize your colors, typography, border, and dimensions.
- Color: This function lets you change the color of the text, background, and link of the Latest Posts Block.
- Typography: The typography lets you select fonts & font size, appearance, line height, letter spacing, letter casing, and letter decoration.
- Dimensions: Dimensions allow you to adjust the margin and padding for your Latest Posts block.


You can add border and border color around your block with a border radius.
Overview of the Block
What is the Categories Block?
It is a core WordPress block designed to showcase post categories.
What Are the Key Features of the Categories Block?
The Categories Block comes with several useful features, including:
- Include the post count to indicate the number of posts under each category.
- Display categories as a list or dropdown menu.
- Show category hierarchy to highlight parent and child categories.
What are the Toolbar Features of the Categories Block?
When you select the Categories Block in the WordPress editor, a toolbar appears with various options:
- Block Settings: Access advanced customization options, including list styles and visibility settings.
- Alignment Options: Align the block to the left, center, or right.
- Bold & Italic: Modify the text style if needed.
Final Thoughts!
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