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title: "How to Add a Blockquote in WordPress?"
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# How to Add a Blockquote in WordPress?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter Blocks offers a Blockquote block that highlights important content on WordPress websites.
- The Blockquote block includes two preset styles, allowing users to choose their preferred design.
- Users can add an author's name and an icon when using the Modern style of the Blockquote block.

A blockquote serves as a powerful tool to emphasize important quotes, citations, or excerpts from other sources, allowing you to showcase ideas and insights in a visually distinct manner.

With the Blockquote block from Nexter Blocks, you can easily highlight important parts of content on your WordPress website.

[LIVE BLOCK LINK](https://nexterwp.com/nexter-blocks/blocks/wordpress-blockquote-block/)

## Required Setup

- Make sure the default WordPress Block editor is active. 

- You need to have the [Nexter Blocks](https://wordpress.org/plugins/the-plus-addons-for-block-editor/) plugin installed and activated.

- Make sure the Blockquote block is activated. To verify this, visit Nexter → Blocks → and search for Blockquote and activate.

## Learn via Video Tutorial

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eayx6gHB--Q

## How to activate the Blockquote Block?

Go to 

- **Nexter **→ **Blocks **

- **Search **the block name and** turn**** on the toggle**.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Nexter-Blocks-Blockquote-Activation.png)

## Key Features

- **Two styles** - You can easily choose from two preset styles.

## How to Use the Blockquote Block?

Add the Blockquote block to the page.

Then click on the **Design from Scratch** button to design the layout from scratch.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/blockquote-design-type-1024x192.png)

> *Note: By clicking on the Import Pre-Designed Template button, you can [import a preset template](https://nexterwp.com/docs/import-templates-in-nexter/#Import-Preset-Designs-for-Specific-Blocks-in-Nexter) and customize it as per your requirements.*

In the **Style** section, you’ll find two pre-defined styles. 

Let’s select the Modern style here.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/blockquote-content-new.png)

In the **Author** field, you can add the author's name.

> *Note: The Author field is only available for the Modern style.*

Then in the **Quote Description** section, you have to add the content for the blockquote.

From the **Alignment** section, you can align the blockquote content.

Then, from the **Icon** section, you can add an icon to the blockquote.

> *Note: The Icon option is only available for the Modern style.*

## How to Style the Blockquote Block?

You can style the Blockquote from the Style tab. Styling options will vary for both the styles.

**Content** - From here, you can manage blockquote content style.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/blockquote-style-new.png)

**Background** - From here, you can manage the blockquote background style for normal and hover states.

Advanced options remain common for all our blocks, you can explore all it options from here.

[View Advanced tab tutorial.](https://nexterwp.com/docs/add-advanced-tab-in-wordpress/)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What should I do if the Blockquote block isn't showing up in Nexter Blocks?**
A: If the Blockquote block isn't visible, ensure that the Nexter Blocks plugin is installed and activated. You can check this by going to Nexter u2192 Blocks and searching for Blockquote. If itu2019s not activated, turn on the toggle to make it available for use.

**Q: Are there any limitations to using the Blockquote block?**
A: One limitation is that the Author field is only available when using the Modern style of the Blockquote block. If you select the other style, you won't have the option to add an author's name, which could be important for attribution.

**Q: What is the best way to style the Blockquote block for readability?**
A: For optimal readability, consider using the background style options to create contrast between the blockquote and the surrounding content. Adjusting the hover states can also enhance user interaction. Explore the Style tab for these options to ensure your blockquote stands out.