--- title: "July 2025 Updates – Smooth Scroll, 40+ Ready-to-Import Block Presets & More" url: https://nexterwp.com/blog/july-2025-updates/ date: 2025-08-18 modified: 2026-04-14 author: "Aditya Sharma" description: "We’ve packed this month’s Nexter Blocks update with fresh features and enhancements to give you more speed, flexibility, and creative control. Let’s dive into what’s new!\" Nexter Blocks (Free & Pro v4.5.0):..." image: https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/July-2025-Updates-–-Smooth-Scroll-40-Ready-to-Import-Block-Presets-More-1024x519.png word_count: 646 --- # July 2025 Updates – Smooth Scroll, 40+ Ready-to-Import Block Presets & More ## Key Takeaways - Nexter Blocks v4.5.0 features a revamped Smooth Scroll Block for improved scrolling on one-page sites. - Nexter Blocks includes 40+ Ready to Import Presets for blocks like Buttons and Testimonials, speeding up the design process. - The Form Block in Nexter Blocks now allows better alignment of elements and the option to hide the required icon. - Nexter Blocks enables users to pin images directly in Timeline Blocks for enhanced visual storytelling. We’ve packed this month’s [**Nexter Blocks**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=262m&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba) update with fresh features and enhancements to give you more speed, flexibility, and creative control. Let’s dive into what’s new!" ### Nexter Blocks (Free & Pro v4.5.0): ![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/new-in-nexter-blocks.png) - **Revamped [Smooth Scroll Block:](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28wf&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba) **The scroll experience just got smoother and more responsive, great for one-page sites or anchored navigation. - **Added Ready to Import Presets for 40+ Blocks: **Tons of blocks like [Buttons](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28wg&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), [Form](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=26ps&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), [Google Maps](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28wh&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), [Testimonials](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28wi&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), [Tabs](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28wj&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), [Timeline](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28cw&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), and even more now come. That means faster designing, no need to style from scratch! - **[Form Block Tweaks](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=26ps&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba): **New options let you align form elements better and even **hide the required icon,** perfect for cleaner, more flexible form layouts. - **Post Content Control: **Now you can display **archive term descriptions and excerpts**, ideal for customizing blog archives or category pages. - **[Timeline Block](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28cw&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba): **You can now **pin images directly** in your timeline blocks, useful for visual storytelling or project timelines. ### Improvements That Matter: - **[Google Maps Upgrade](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28wh&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba): **You can now drop a pin on the map by simply entering an address. - **Dashboard Auto-Save: **Toggling blocks on/off in the dashboard? It now **auto-saves your settings**, saving you clicks and time. - **MailChimp Integration: **Selecting group IDs is easier, just pick from a dropdown instead of manually entering them. To read in-depth about the updates, you can read this blog -**[ Introducing Blocks Presets, Smooth Scroll Effects & More in Nexter Blocks.](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28cv&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba)** *For all the changes,** ******[c](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=1fu&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba)******[heck out the complete changelog here](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=1fu&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba).*** Also, make sure you stay tuned because a lot of **new major changes **are on their way. ## — Video Tutorials [![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/send-form-data-to-drip.png)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-cG_moElqk) [![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/add-breadcrumps.png)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADwYy5zB9xc) [![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/connect-form-with-slack.png)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSN9mE22zxE) [![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/add-dark-mode.png)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w55EMLSxEbk) [![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/add-cta-banner.png)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyAedbnLBRY) ##  — WordPress & Tech Bytes - WordPress is [**working on a WP-Admin redesign**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28dv&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba) with a modular design system, better routing, and unified workflows. The update also focuses on boosting block theme adoption and expanding no-code and developer resources. - WordPress [**6.8.2, released July 15, 2025**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28dw&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), fixes 20 Core and 15 Block Editor issues. It’s a short-cycle maintenance update delivered via auto-updates. Security support for versions 4.1–4.6 has ended. - [**WordPress 6.9**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28dk&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), planned for November 2025, will focus on enhancing the Site Editor, introducing a new default theme, and improving performance and accessibility. It will also bring workflow refinements, design tools upgrades, and continued PHP compatibility improvements. - Google has [**upgraded its experimental AI Mode**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28dx&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba) in Search to support image and PDF uploads, a new Canvas workspace for organizing ideas, and real-time live video input via Search Live for mobile users. Desktop users can also access AI-powered insights on any page through a fluent Chrome integration. - Google [**explains that when indexing**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28dy&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), it focuses on the main content of a page, not sidebars or ads. It uses algorithms to identify and prioritize this core content. - Google [**confirms that no special optimization like AEO**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28dz&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba) (Answer Engine Optimization) or GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) is needed to appear in AI Overviews or AI Mode. Standard SEO practices are sufficient, as these AI-driven features use the same crawling, indexing, and ranking systems as traditional search.  - OpenAI [**removed its ChatGPT “Make this chat discoverable**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28e0&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba)” feature after thousands of shared chats appeared in Google search. The company is working with search engines to de-index them, citing privacy concerns. - Google [**confirms that CSS class names don’t affect SEO**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28dm&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba), they’re only used for styling and ignored by Googlebot. Important page content must be in the HTML, not hidden in CSS pseudo-elements like **:before or :after.** ##  — Tool of the Month [**ToolboxWP**](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28do&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba) is a curated resource hub for WordPress professionals, offering top-quality recommendations on plugins, themes, developer tools, online courses, and other resources to help build better WordPress websites This tool is ideal for WordPress developers, agency teams, and site builders by providing a trusted, one-stop destination to discover reliable tools and learning materials. ![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Toolbox-for-wordpress.png) ## — Word of the Month ### Excellence in Nexter Gutenberg Blocks Support I am highly satisfied with **Nexter Blocks for Gutenberg**. The development and output processes have been seamless. Although I encountered a few issues, I resolved them through the support ticket system. The experience with the support team was exceptional. They responded promptly, professionally, and courteously, effectively addressing all of my concerns. I wholeheartedly recommend Nexter Blocks. [*~@miednr*](https://store.posimyth.com/?ns_url=28wp&mid=2764365&fch=ba75ecba) **[Subscribe our Newsletter, get Monthly & Weekly Product updates, News and more….✉️](https://nexterwp.com/blog/may-2025-monthly-updates/#subscribe)** ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What improvements were made to the Smooth Scroll Block in Nexter Blocks v4.5.0?** A: The Smooth Scroll Block has been revamped for a smoother and more responsive scrolling experience, which is particularly beneficial for one-page sites or anchored navigation. This enhancement allows for a more fluid user experience, making it easier for visitors to navigate through content without interruptions. **Q: How can I use the new Ready to Import Presets in Nexter Blocks?** A: The addition of 40+ Ready to Import Presets allows users to quickly implement various blocks like Buttons, Forms, and Google Maps without starting from scratch. This feature speeds up the design process, enabling faster deployment of visually appealing layouts that can be customized as needed. **Q: What are the benefits of the new Form Block tweaks in Nexter Blocks?** A: The Form Block now includes options for better alignment of form elements and the ability to hide the required icon. This flexibility is ideal for creating cleaner and more user-friendly form layouts, which can enhance user engagement and improve conversion rates. **Q: Why is the Google Maps upgrade in Nexter Blocks significant?** A: The Google Maps upgrade allows users to drop a pin on the map simply by entering an address, streamlining the process of adding location markers. This feature is particularly useful for businesses that want to provide clear directions or showcase locations on their websites. **Q: What common mistakes should I avoid when using the new dashboard auto-save feature?** A: One common mistake is forgetting to check if the auto-save feature is functioning correctly when toggling blocks on or off in the dashboard. This feature saves your settings automatically, but it's essential to verify that your changes are saved as expected to avoid losing any adjustments. **Q: How does Nexter Blocks support visual storytelling with the Timeline Block?** A: The Timeline Block now allows users to pin images directly within the timeline, enhancing visual storytelling capabilities. This feature is particularly useful for project timelines or narratives, as it helps to create a more engaging and informative presentation of events or milestones.