How to Edit HTML in WordPress Posts
- George Apostolov
How to Edit HTML in WordPress Posts: step-by-step guide
On WordPress Block Editor, click the specific block that contains the HTML code you want to edit.
Select 'HTML' from the floating bar above it.
After that, start making your desired modifications. You may add, remove, or revise the original HTML code according to your liking.
Tap 'Preview' afterwards.
Once done, click 'Save' to apply the recent changes to the HTML code in your WordPress post.
Quick answer: To edit HTML in WordPress posts using the Block Editor, select the specific block, choose HTML from the floating bar, make your modifications, tap Preview, and click Save to apply your changes.
About this WordPress tutorial
Update HTML code within your WordPress posts easily using the Block Editor by selecting the block, editing the code, previewing, and saving. This guide shows how to edit HTML in WordPress Posts in 5 steps, starting with "On WordPress Block Editor, click the specific block that contains the HTML code you wan..." and finishing with "Once done, click 'Save' to apply the recent changes to the HTML code in your WordPress...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to edit HTML in WordPress Posts?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to Edit Navigation Bar in WordPress, How to Edit a Code Snippet in WordPress and How to Edit the Footer in WordPress. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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