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Site Editor

Quick answer · What is Site Editor?

The WordPress interface for editing site-level templates, styles, and other supported design elements with a block theme.

IN PRACTICE

Site Editor: an example

An owner edits the shared header used by multiple pages.

KEEP IN MIND

A change to a shared template can have a wider effect than a change to one page's content.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a practical example of Site Editor?

An owner edits the shared header used by multiple pages.

Can a Site Editor template change affect more than one page?

A change to a shared template can have a wider effect than a change to one page's content.

Which concepts should I read alongside Site Editor?

Block theme: A WordPress theme built around blocks for editing site templates and other design areas.
WordPress template: A layout definition WordPress uses to render a particular type of page or view.