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title: "How to Add Pagination in Blog Posts in WordPress?"
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# How to Add Pagination in Blog Posts in WordPress?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter Blocks includes a Post Listing block that allows users to add pagination to blog posts.
- Pagination can be set to either Standard or AJAX-based through the Pagination Type dropdown.
- To display pagination, the number in the Display Posts field must be lower than the total number of posts.

Adding pagination to your blog posts in WordPress can greatly improve user experience by making it easier for visitors to navigate your content. By breaking up long lists of posts into smaller, more manageable pages, readers can quickly find what they're looking for without having to scroll endlessly.

With the Post Listing block from Nexter Blocks, you can easily add pagination to your blog posts listing.

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of the Nexter Blocks Post Listing block,* *[click here](/docs/post-listing-block-settings-overview/).*

***Requirement  - This block is a part of Nexter Blocks, make sure it's installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.***

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

To do this, add the Post Listing block on the page, and select the appropriate listing type, post type, style, and layout.

> *Note: Pagination is unavailable in the ****Carousel**** layout and ****Single Page Related Posts**** type listing.*

Then go to the **Extra Options** tab and select **Pagination** from the **More Post Loading Options **dropdown.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/post-listing-layout-pagination-new.png)

From the **Pagination Type** dropdown, you can set the pagination type to either Standard or AJAX-based.

Now go to the **Query** tab, and set a maximum number of posts to be displayed on a page in the **Display Posts **field.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/post-listing-layout-query-display-posts-new.png)

Depending on the number of posts you have and the number set in the **Display Posts** field, you’ll see a pagination on your blog post listing.

> *Note: To show pagination, you must set a lower number in the ****Display Posts**** field than the total number of posts.*

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/post-listing-pagination-demo-1.png)

Also, check [How to Add Infinite Scroll to Blog Posts in WordPress](https://nexterwp.com/docs/add-infinite-scroll-to-blog-posts-in-wordpress/).

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What should I do if pagination is not showing up in my blog posts?**
A: If pagination isn't appearing, ensure that the number set in the Display Posts field is lower than the total number of posts. This is crucial because pagination only activates when there are more posts than the specified limit. If you're using the Post Listing block from Nexter Blocks, double-check that it's installed and activated, as this block is essential for adding pagination.

**Q: Can I use pagination with all layouts in the Post Listing block?**
A: No, pagination is not available in the Carousel layout and Single Page Related Posts type listing. If you want to implement pagination, make sure to choose a compatible layout when using the Post Listing block from Nexter Blocks. This limitation is important to keep in mind to avoid confusion during setup.

**Q: Does adding pagination impact the loading speed of my blog posts?**
A: Adding pagination can improve user experience by preventing long scrolling, but it may introduce a slight delay in loading time, especially with AJAX-based pagination. Since NexterWP products are designed to be lightweight, using them should mitigate significant performance issues. Always test your siteu2019s speed after implementing changes to ensure optimal performance.

**Q: What happens if I set the Display Posts field to a number higher than my total posts?**
A: If you set the Display Posts field to a number greater than your total posts, pagination will not appear, as there won't be enough posts to create multiple pages. This is a common mistake, so always ensure that the number is lower than your total posts to activate pagination effectively.