How to Add a Progress Bar in WordPress?

Key Takeaways

  • Nexter Blocks offers a Progress Bar block that allows users to display data with linear and circular styles.
  • Users can set a value between 0 and 100 to control the fill level of the Progress Bar.
  • The Progress Bar block includes multiple styling options for titles, subtitles, and icons.
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The Progress Bar block from the Nexter Blocks helps you show data and stats in a fun and attractive way, making it easier to share information with your audience.


Required Setup

  • Make sure the default WordPress Block editor is active. 
  • You need to have the Nexter Blocks plugin installed and activated.
  • Make sure the Progress Bar block is activated, to verify this visit Nexter → Blocks → and Search for Progress Bar and activate.

Learn via Video Tutorial

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How to activate the Progress Bar Block?

Go to 

  • Nexter Blocks 
  • Search the block name and turn on the toggle.

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Key Features

  • Bar Progress – You can easily add linear progress bars.
  • Circle Progress: You can create circular progress bars.
  • Multiple Styles – You can add multiple styles for progress bars.
  • Multiple Image Type –  You can select multiple types of Image/Icon for the progress bar.

How to Use the Progress Bar Block?

Add the Progress Bar block to the page.

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

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Note: By clicking on the Import Pre-Designed Template button, you can import a preset template and customize it as per your requirements.

Layout

From the Select Layout section, you have to select the layout type. Here you’ll find two options – 

  • Progress Bar – To add a line progress bar.
  • Pie Chart – To add a circle progress bar.

Let’s select Progress Bar here.

Then, from the Style section, you can select a style for the progress bar.

From Title, you can add a title for the progress bar.

From Sub Title, you can add a subtitle for the progress bar.

After that in the Value (0-100) field, you have to set a value between 0 and 100 that will control how much of the progress bar is filled in.

From the Display Number toggle, you can show or hide the Value from the progress bar.

In the Symbol field, you can add a symbol to the progress bar.

With the Symbol Position section, you can select whether the symbol appears before or after the progress bar.

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Icon/Image

From here you can add an icon for the progress bar.

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From the Icon Type section, you can select the icon type. Here you’ll find three options – 

  • None – To add no icon in the progress bar.
  • Icon – You can add Font Awesome icons and text in this option.
  • Image – In this option, you can use an image with text.

After that, from the Position section, you can select whether the icon appears before or after the progress bar.

How to Style the Progress Bar Block?

To style the Progress Bar, you’ll find all the options in the Style tab.

Progress Bar   From here, you can manage the top margin and add background color to the progress bar.

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Title –  From here, you can manage the title style.

Sub Title   From here, you can manage the sub-title style.

Number   From here, you can manage the number style. You can change the typography and number color.

Number Prefix/Postfix   From here, you can manage the symbol style in the progress bar.

Icon/Image From here, you can manage the icon style.

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

View Advanced tab tutorial.

About the Author

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He has spent years in the WordPress ecosystem building, breaking, and optimizing sites until they actually perform. He works at the intersection of speed, growth, and usability, helping creators ship websites that load fast and convert. An active WordPress community contributor sharing through tools, tutorials, and direct collaboration. Tested practice, not theory.

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Related Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if the Progress Bar block isn't showing up?

If the Progress Bar block isn't visible, ensure that the Nexter Blocks plugin is installed and activated. You can verify this by navigating to Nexter u2192 Blocks and searching for the Progress Bar. If itu2019s not activated, turn on the toggle to enable it.

What are the best practices for styling the Progress Bar block?

When styling the Progress Bar block, focus on managing the top margin and background color to ensure it fits well within your layout. Additionally, customize the title and subtitle styles for better readability. Using contrasting colors for the progress bar and text can enhance visibility and engagement.

How do I add an icon or image to the Progress Bar?

To add an icon or image, go to the Icon/Image section of the Progress Bar block settings. You can choose from three options: None, Icon (using Font Awesome), or Image. Select the desired option and position the icon either before or after the progress bar for the best visual impact.

What happens if I enter a value outside the 0-100 range for the Progress Bar?

Entering a value outside the 0-100 range for the Progress Bar will not display correctly, as the progress is designed to represent a percentage. Ensure you set a value within this range to accurately reflect the progress visually. This is crucial for maintaining clarity in your data representation.

Last reviewed: April 14, 2026

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