element for decorative-only use cases (the default
The File block now supports content-only editing so you can use it for locked patterns while allowing the user to still edit it.
The Cover block can now be set to a specific image resolution (also possible when using the featured image).
The Social Link block now has a Discord block variation and an associated icon.
The Query Loop block gained a couple of nice additions:
is meant for an actual thematic break in the content).Notable block CSS changes
WordPress 6.8 includes a couple of CSS-related changes that are unlikely to break theme designs, but they are worth noting as general improvements:
Many Core blocks received much-needed design tool updates, improving consistency in block styling…
