How to Add Grid Gallery in WordPress (Step-by-Step Guide)

Install Unlimited Elements Blocks Library

• Go to the Unlimited Elements plugin page on WordPress.org.

• Click Download, then in your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin and upload the ZIP file.

• Click Install Now and then Activate to enable the plugin.

Open the Blocks Library

• From your WordPress dashboard, go to Unlimited Elements → Blocks Library.

• This is where all available blocks are listed and managed.

Search for the Grid Gallery Block

• Use the search bar at the top right and type “Grid Gallery”.

• The Grid Gallery block will appear in the results list.

Install the Grid Gallery Block

• Hover over the Grid Gallery block and click Install.

• This adds the block to your available options in the editor.

Add Grid Gallery to a WordPress Page

• Open any page or post using the WordPress block editor.

• Click the (+) Add Block button, search for “Grid Gallery”, and insert it into the page.

Customize the Grid Gallery Block

Once added, select the Grid Gallery block and use the settings panel on the right. Upload your Images and set optional Captions and Link URLs. Define the Number of Columns and the Horizontal/Vertical Gap. Set the Image Aspect Ratio (or choose Masonry) and enable the optional Lightbox effect. Customize the Styling for the Image Border Radius and Box Shadow, Caption Typography, Hover Effects, and Filtering Options to create a functional, visually appealing, and highly organized image display that fits your site’s design.