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I don’t know about themes, but I’ve done something similar at http://www.aenigma-images.com using a plugin called Justified Image Grid. It’s very configurable so it would probably enable you to get quite close to what you’re looking for. Good luck.

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There's a plugin called Duplicate Post, which works for pages as well as posts. Hope this helps.

[tatami]

Okay, well thank you again, Victor, for taking time out to help me.

[tatami]

Disappointed to hear that my code is unclassy!

Having done some googling, I thought that the class would be established by this:

ul.imageright {
margin-right: 20px;
}

Clearly not. I think I need some instruction. Can you point me to a resource that would enable me to set things up as I want?

I really appreciate the time you're taking out to help me hear. Thank you.

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Victor, your advice is much appreciated. However, as a relative novice, I’m struggling to put it into practice. Here’s what I’ve done.

I use a plugin called Add Custom CSS to keep my modifications safely away from the original style sheet. Into Add Custom CSS I’ve inserted and saved the following code:

ul.imageright {
margin-right: 20px;
}

Then, on the edit page I’ve tried two things (FYI I’m using WordPress 5).

First, using the visual editor, I’ve added to the Additional CSS Class the code:

<ul class="imageright">

Second, using the code editor, I’ve begun the ul block with the code <ul class="imageright”> so the code for the block now reads:

<!-- wp:list {"className":"imageright"} -->
<ul class="imageright">

[tatami]

Unfortunately my reply seems to be invisible but the forum software won't let me repost it. I will try again after this.

[tatami]

Thank you for your advice, Victor. Unfortunately, I’m struggling a bit to put it into practice. Here’s what I’ve done.

I use a plugin called Add Custom CSS to keep my modifications safely away from the original style sheet. Into Add Custom CSS I’ve inserted and saved the following code:

ul.imageright {
margin-right: 20px;
}

Then, on the edit page I’ve tried two things (FYI I’m using WordPress 5).

First, using the visual editor, I’ve added to the Additional CSS Class the code:

<ul class="imageright">

Second, using the code editor, I’ve begun the ul block with the code <ul class="imageright”> so the code for the block now reads:

<!-- wp:list {"className":"imageright"} -->
<ul class="imageright">

The following year, Gene Tierney is nominated for an Oscar for her performance in Leave Her to Heaven (1945).

In spite of this, her Hollywood career is dogged by poor reviews, with critics seemingly resentful of her privileged background and striking looks – as if those advantages preclude or negate talent, determination and persistence.

Suffice it to say that her performance in Leave Her to Heaven will lead Martin Scorsese to observe that, “Gene Tierney is one of the most underrated actresses of the Golden Era.”

<!-- /wp:list —>

None of the above is having any effect.

Can you tell me what I’m doing wrong? Also, because the website is responsive, sometimes a ul block will find itself opposite an image (eg on a computer screen) and sometimes it won’t (eg on an iPad). Will the new class adapt accordingly?

[tatami]

I installed and activated the Gutenberg plugin a couple of days ago. Blocks take a bit of getting used to but I think they have promise. However, I did run up against a couple of problems. I've asked for help on the WordPress support forum but none has been forthcoming. The problems are:

Images. Using the Classic editor, I can left-align image captions by including code in my theme’s CSS: With Gutenberg, the code doesn’t work. Also, using Gutenberg unless I reduce the image size to a thumbnail, I can’t see the caption I’m typing since it appears on rather than below the image in the editor.

2. Videos. I’m using the YouTube block and I’m running up against three problems. I can’t find a way of setting the size of the embedded video. When I align the block left, the ratio of the video panel changes to square and again I can’t find a setting to adjust this. Unlike with embedded images, there is no margin to separate the video panel from the text that flows around it. With the Classic editor, I have added the code I added to my CSS style sheet no longer works.

I think adding images and videos is pretty basic stuff. So, in my opinion, Gutenberg is not yet ready for prime time.

[tatami]

I updated to Genesis 2.7 last night and Google Analytics seems to be working just fine. Good luck.

[tatami]

I’d recommend WeePie Cookie Allow. Great product with lots of customisation options allied to a user-friendly interface. And superb support from the developers. Good luck!

[tatami]

I use a plugin called WP Add Custom CSS. That enables me to keep all the custom CSS separate from the main style sheet and at the same time to keep track of my changes. Try it!

[tatami]

WordPress is VERY time-consuming, at least it is if you're a neophyte like I am. But it's also very rewarding when you get things working like you want them to.

As to configuring block quotes, in case it's of any use to you, here's the custom CSS I've added to the style sheet for my website:

/* Quotation mark before block quotes */
blockquote::before {
	content: "\201C";
  	color: #6b6b6b;
	display: block;
 	font-family: "oswald" !important;
	font-size: 70px;
	height: 0;
	left: -40px;
	position: relative;
	top: -20px;
}

You can see how it works at aenigma. Of course, you can modify each of the elements to get the effect you're looking for.

[tatami]

Yes, for me (a neophyte) it is VERY time-consuming. But very rewarding, too, when I finally get things working as I want them to.

In case it's of any help, this is the custom CSS I've added to format the block quotes on my website (www.aenigma-images.com).

/* Quotation mark before block quotes */
blockquote::before {
	content: "\201C";
  	color: #6b6b6b;
	display: block;
 	font-family: "oswald" !important;
	font-size: 70px;
	height: 0;
	left: -40px;
	position: relative;
	top: -20px;
}

Of course you could adjust any of those elements to get the effect you're looking for.

[tatami]

I'm not familiar with Metro Pro but in my experience it's standard practice for blockquotes to be indicated by an opening quote mark and for there to be no closing quote mark. When I started my website, I noticed this and went to quite a lot of trouble to find a way of instating closing quotes. After a while, I reverted to just an opening quote. Wny? Mostly because I couldn't find a way of controlling the position of the closing quote. As a result, it often looked uncomfortable. So I concluded that the convention of having just an opening quote does actually make sense. I hope this is helpful and good luck with your blog.

[tatami]

I have Go Portfolio installed on my website (www.aenigma-images.com). I have some photo portfolios and a few video portfolios. It might be a bit complicated to achieve, but I think you could probably construct a mixed portfolio too. You could always ask the developer to confirm. Good luck.

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You could use Justified Image Grid. That's what I used for the team page for ISO Health. It's a nice plug-in and, IMO, well worth the modest price.

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I'm using eleven40 Pro, which has the potential to be pretty minimal. Works well for me – https://www.aenigma-images.com. Good luck whatever theme you choose!

[tatami]

Mike, unless things have changed since I was in your position, you'll have to purchase a license for Design Palette Pro separately and in addition to the one you need for Altitude Pro. Still good value, though, IMO. Good luck. Philip

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I've been using the Eleven40 Pro child theme for well over two years now and I can't remember seeing an update to it during that time. I think that there's no reason why updates would be needed since all the technical updating is done via updates to Genesis. If you're worried about having to lose your changes through upgrading a child theme, you can get around it by making your changes via a plugin such as Custom CSS. Good luck!

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