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WordPress has come a long way to be a fully featured content editor system, but the default gallery does not keep up with it. And while there are many plugins with various features, I did not find a small and simple one putting the focus on enlarged images.
<a href="https://photoswipe.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">PhotoSwipe</a> is a great basis and thus core component of my th23 Gallery plugin, which replaces the WordPress default to output galleries into a way containing all key information required while maintaining a simple and easy markup.
th23 Gallery is built with some few goals in mind:
<ul>
<li>Unintrusive way to focus on images</li>
<li>Leveraging PhotoSwipe / Lightbox-like overlay</li>
<li>Navigation between images in all galleries in a post via intuitive swipe, keyboard or mouse activity</li>
<li>Compatibile with modern blocks and legacy shortcodes</li>
<li>Simple markup and styling for thumbnail preview images (polaroid-style)</li>
<li>Plain styling for medium / large preview images allowing for theme based style</li>
<li>Minimized footprint on page loading</li>
</ul>
<h3>Usage</h3>
th23 Gallery works out-of-the-box and does not require any special handling – right after activation all embedded galleries will use PhotoSwipe to enlarge pictures.
Note: Polaroid-style works only on galleries which have set the preview image size to <code>Thumbnail</code>
Note: Previously inserted galleries might require a review to ensure link to media file and preview image size are set to work as expected – especially when also using the plugin on legacy <code>[gallery]</code> shortcodes.

th23 Gallery

Replace standard Wordpress Gallery block and legacy [gallery] shortcode handler, opening galleries using PhotoSwipe

Freemius

Abu Hayat

bPlugins

Charles Cormier

Ruhul Amin

Portfolio Block makes it easy to create a clean, modern portfolio directly inside the WordPress block editor. It includes multiple layouts, category filters, responsive controls, and full design flexibility. Ideal for freelancers, designers, photographers, agencies, or anyone who wants to showcase projects in a professional way.
You can build a portfolio using the Gutenberg block or generate a shortcode and display it anywhere on your site, including pages, posts, widgets, footers, or page builders.
<a href="https://bblockswp.com/demo/portfolio/" rel="nofollow ugc">Live Demo</a>
<h3>Key Features – Free Version</h3>
<ul>
<li>Multiple Layouts – Grid, Masonry, and Card Hover layouts for flexible portfolio design.</li>
<li>Unlimited Categories – Organize projects with as many categories as you need and allow users to filter by category.</li>
<li>Portfolio Items – Add images, titles, descriptions, and external or internal links. Assign multiple categories per item.</li>
<li>Item Management – Duplicate, delete, or reorder items with simple controls.</li>
<li>Responsive Controls – Adjust columns, spacing, and layout settings for desktop, tablet, and mobile.</li>
<li>Styling Options – Customize colors, borders, shadows, spacing, and overlay settings to match your theme.</li>
<li>View All Button – Add a customizable button linking to your full portfolio archive or a separate page.</li>
<li>Shortcode Support – Use your portfolio anywhere with the shortcode format: [portfolio_block id=”123″].</li>
</ul>
<h3>Portfolio Block Pro – Unlock Advanced Features</h3>
<h3>Pro Features Include</h3>
<ul>
<li>Advanced Layouts – Split Screen, Slider, Minimal List, and Stacked Cards for more dynamic presentation styles.</li>
<li>Typography Controls – Adjust fonts, sizes, colors, weight, and alignment for titles, categories, and descriptions.</li>
<li>Hover and Animation Effects – Premium hover transitions and animations for a more interactive experience.</li>
<li>Slider Options – Autoplay, loop, pause on hover, navigation controls, and speed settings for slider-based portfolios.</li>
<li>Advanced Styling – More control over buttons, badges, icons, overlays, and spacing.</li>
<li>Priority Support – Faster support and ongoing updates with the Pro upgrade.</li>
</ul>
<h3>How to Use Portfolio Block – Step-by-Step Guide</h3>
Getting started with Portfolio Block is quick and easy!
<h3>Step-by-Step Instructions</h3>
<ol>
<li>Install and activate Portfolio Block. </li>
<li>Open the Block Editor and click the + icon. </li>
<li>Search for Portfolio (by bPlugins). </li>
<li>Add your portfolio items and customize your layout. </li>
<li>Publish your page.</li>
</ol>
<h3>Shortcode Usage</h3>
<ol>
<li>Go to Portfolio Block → Add New Portfolio in the dashboard.</li>
<li>Create your portfolio using the block editor.</li>
<li>Publish it.</li>
<li>Copy the shortcode that appears after publishing.</li>
<li>Paste it anywhere on your site where you want the portfolio to appear.</li>
</ol>
<h3>Feedback</h3>
Have a suggestion or question? 
Email us: support@bplugins.com

Portfolio Block – The Ultimate Project & Portfolio Builder

Portfolio Block helps you create and display modern, responsive portfolios with multiple layouts, filters, and full design control.

th23 Gallery vs Portfolio Block – The Ultimate Project & Portfolio Builder