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How to Add Shortcode to WordPress

Updated on:
June 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to insert a shortcode block into your WordPress page.

Quick summary

Adding a shortcode to WordPress lets you embed dynamic functionality — like forms, galleries, or widgets — into any page without writing custom code. Using the built-in Shortcode block in the WordPress editor, you can paste any shortcode string and publish it in seconds.


Steps

  1. Navigate to your Pages in the WordPress dashboard.
  2. Choose your preferred page, click the ellipsis icon, and select Edit.
  3. Click the add icon located at the upper left side of the editor.
  4. Go to the search bar and search for Shortcode.
  5. Select Shortcode from the results and add it to your page.
  6. Once the Shortcode block is added, enter your shortcode into the block.
  7. Click Save to apply and publish your changes.

📌 Why this matters

WordPress shortcodes allow site owners to embed complex features — such as contact forms, sliders, payment buttons, and custom widgets — into any page or post using a simple bracketed tag. Knowing how to add a shortcode block in the WordPress block editor is an essential skill for anyone managing a WordPress site without developer support. This process works across virtually all WordPress themes and plugins that support shortcode output, making it one of the most versatile content-management techniques available. Mastering shortcode insertion helps WordPress users unlock plugin functionality directly on the page, reducing reliance on custom code or third-party page builders.
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