Save Time with Reusable Blocks in WordPress + Kadence
This little tip saves me hours every month!
Imagine being able to update something once and have it change magically across your entire website.
Sounds dreamy, right?
The good news is that it’s not just possible; it’s one of my favorite time-saving tricks in Kadence + WordPress.
If you’re reusing the same design elements over and over—like opt-ins, testimonials, call-to-action boxes, or styled text layouts—there’s a much better way than digging through old posts or constantly copying and pasting.
Enter: Reusable Blocks. They swoop in to save the day (and your sanity) with a simple, smart way to streamline your content creation process.
How Kadence Makes Reusable Blocks Even Better
Reusable blocks are already a huge time-saver in WordPress — but when you combine them with Kadence, you level up the functionality and the visual impact.
With Kadence, you’re not limited to plain text or simple layouts. You can build beautiful, branded sections using Kadence Blocks (think: styled call-to-actions, testimonials, opt-ins, pricing tables, feature grids…) and then save those exact designs to reuse anywhere on your site.
Need to update your freebie opt-in or change a testimonial quote? Just update the reusable block once and it updates everywhere it’s used. No more digging through multiple pages.
Plus, Kadence’s layout tools, row settings, and global color options give you full control over spacing, styling, and responsiveness — so your reusable blocks aren’t just efficient… they’re also perfectly polished and on-brand, every time.
It’s one of my favorite ways to work smarter, not harder — and to help my clients do the same.
Where & How Reusable Blocks Shine
Not sure where to use them? Here are just a few of my go-to places:
- Testimonials
- Service or product highlights
- End-of-post share prompts (like Pinterest graphics)
- Seasonal or promotional callouts
- Opt-ins or lead magnets
- FAQ or tip boxes
- Branded quote callouts
- …the options are limitless!
If you’ve styled it once and plan to use it again—you can turn it into a reusable block.
Synced vs. Unsynced: What’s the Difference?
Reusable blocks come in two flavors: synced and unsynced. Knowing when to use each makes all the difference.
Synced (default)
A synced reusable block will automatically update everywhere it’s used when you make changes.
Perfect for:
- Testimonials
- Buttons
- Opt-ins
- Call-to-actions you want to stay consistent
Example:
A glowing client review that lives on your homepage, services page, and about page—edit it once, and it updates everywhere. Easy. Efficient. Magical.
Unsynced (aka one-time use)
Do you want to keep the layout but make unique changes each time? That’s where unsynced blocks come in handy.
Perfect for:
- End-of-post Pinterest share blocks
- Seasonal promotions
- Featured products or content
- Any repeating layout that needs different content
Example:
I use a Pinterest share block at the end of every blog post. The layout stays the same, but I detach it from the original so I can update the image for each post. Quick, polished, done.
How to Unsync a Reusable Block in Kadence
If you’ve added a synced reusable block but want to make unique changes without affecting the original, here’s what to do:
- Click the block
- Click the three dots (⋮) for more options
- Select “Detach”
- Voilà! It’s now a regular block you can edit freely.
Bonus Tip:
Kadence also lets you save complete sections to your Design Library—great for reusing entire page layouts or branded sections across your site.
Think of it like your own personal layout toolkit, ready to drop into any page whenever you need it.
Want to Save Time and Get More Done in a Day?
If you’re done rebuilding the same sections again and again or want to help to create a streamlined, smart block system that saves you time—my VIP Day is built for this kind of deep-dive magic.
It’s a full-day, done-with-you experience where we tackle your most important updates, fine-tune your workflow, and set your site up for long-term success—without the piecemeal back-and-forth.
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