# Sketch Block

> Sketch Block has 100+ active installs and 113 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 25/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Sketch Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

**Sketch and draw freely on a canvas with brush strokes that feel natural. Pick among three different brush sizes and the color palette of the site. The block has a transparent background so it can be layered on top of…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 5,731
- **Downloads (30 days):** 113 (+25.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 25/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.3.0
- **Last updated:** Mar 4, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.1.15
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.9+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Automattic (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/automattic/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/sketch/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block/) | >100 | 1,015 |
| [blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blocks/) | >100 | 608 |
| [drawing](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/drawing/) | #2 | 8 |
| [freehand](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/freehand/) | #1 | 1 |
| [sketch](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sketch/) | #1 | 2 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block | >100 | 10,000 |
| blocks | >100 | 10,000 |
| drawing | >100 | 321 |
| freehand | #20 | 21 |
| sketch | #23 | 48 |

## Version adoption

- 1.3: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Spectra Legacy – Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,871) | Oct 9, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 2 | [Breadcrumb NavXT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breadcrumb-navxt/) | 800K+ | 4.6/5 (132) | Aug 29, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [PDF Embedder – PDF Viewer & Embed PDF Files for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-embedder/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (526) | Aug 14, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 4 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 5 | [Crowdsignal Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/crowdsignal-forms/) | 200K+ | 5/5 (3) | Oct 8, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 6 | [Content Views – Post Grid & Filter (Shortcode, Blocks, Elementor Widgets)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-views-query-and-display-post-page/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (333) | Aug 31, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Email Address Encoder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-address-encoder/) | 100K+ | 4.2/5 (160) | Apr 12, 2026 | 56/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Sitemap – Responsive HTML Sitemap for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-sitemap/) | 60K+ | 3.9/5 (72) | Oct 2, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Flexible Table Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexible-table-block/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (34) | Jul 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Genesis Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/genesis-blocks/) | 40K+ | 3.7/5 (24) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sketch Block free?
Yes. Sketch Block is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Sketch Block safe to use in 2026?
Sketch Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Sketch Block?
Sketch Block is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 5,731 times since it launched in July 2021. It was downloaded 113 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Sketch Block work with WordPress 7.1?
Sketch Block is officially tested up to WordPress 6.1.15, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Sketch Block last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on March 4, 2023 (4 years ago).

### Who makes Sketch Block?
Sketch Block is developed and maintained by Automattic.

### What are the best alternatives to Sketch Block?
The most popular alternatives to Sketch Block are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sketch/ · Generated 2026-10-16 10:23 UTC by PageForge