Getting Started

Welcome to Easy Tabs Block, the no-code way to create responsive, customizable tabbed content directly from the Gutenberg editor. Follow this guide to get up and running in minutes.

1. Installation

  1. Download and Activate
  • Navigate to Plugins > Add New in your WordPress dashboard.
  • Search for Easy Tabs Block and click Install Now.
  • Once installed, click Activate.
  1. Requirements
  • WordPress 6.7 or higher
  • Gutenberg (Block Editor) enabled
  • A Gutenberg-compatible or block-based theme (e.g., Twenty Twenty-Four, Astra)

2. Adding Your First Tab Block

  1. Open the page or post where you want to add tabs.
  2. Click the + icon to add a new block.
  3. Search for Tabs and select Easy Tabs Block.
  4. Choose a pattern:
  • Start Blank: Create your tabs from scratch.
  • Pre-Built Patterns: Select from 20+ free designs.

3. Creating and Managing Tabs

  • Add a Tab: Hover over an existing tab button and click +.
  • Remove a Tab: Hover and click the trash icon.
  • Nested Tabs: Insert a Tabs Block inside any tab content for multi-level structures.

4. Customizing Your Tabs

Use the block sidebar settings to customize:

  • Active & Hover Styles: Adjust backgrounds, text color, and borders.
  • Spacing & Typography: Control padding, margin, font size, and weight.
  • Animations: Choose from fade, slide, or grow effects.

5. Advanced Features (Pro)

Upgrade to unlock:

  • Autoplay with progress bar: You can set your tabs to switch automatically. It’s useful for showcasing featured content, slideshows, or timed announcements without needing clicks.
  • Sticky & Scroll-based tabs: Keeps your tab buttons fixed at the top while users scroll. As they scroll through the content, the active tab updates automatically based on the section in view, giving a smooth and intuitive browsing experience.
  • URL-based tab activation: Link to a specific tab via URL.
  • Tab expander (Collapsible Tab): Lets you add collapsible content inside tab buttons. Only the active tab’s content expands while others stay hidden, keeping the layout clean and focused.
  • Unlimited Patterns: Access over 100+ modern tab layouts and easily tailor each to fit your brand.

6. Tips & Best Practices

  • Keep It Simple: Limit tabs to 4–6 for best UX.
  • Use Descriptive Titles: Help users navigate content.
  • Mobile First: Preview and adjust on smaller screens.
  • Performance: Only one Tabs Block per view if you have heavy content.

7. Need Help?

Happy tabbing!