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You Don’t Need a Plugin to Build a Beautiful Gallery

Here's How to Create a Clean and Responsive WordPress Gallery Without a Plugin

Hi,

Most beginners overcomplicate WordPress galleries.

They search for the “best gallery plugin,” test a dozen bloated options, and still end up with a clunky layout.

But here’s the thing: WordPress already has a built-in gallery block that does the job beautifully.

Clean. Lightweight. Responsive.

No need to slow your site down.

Watch Us Build One from Scratch

We recorded a full walkthrough so you can follow along:

✅ How to add the Gallery block
✅ Where to find layout and crop settings
✅ Tips for styling with filters, margins, and borders

If you prefer to skim and follow step by step, you can read our blog below.

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