Variable Column Block
WordPress has completely changed the editing experience by introducing block-based editor (earlier Gutenberg). It definitely has brought more power to content editing.
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Variable Column Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 80+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 29/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (80+ active installs)
- Low rating so far — 3/5 from only 5 reviews
- No update in 3 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.1 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Variable Column Block stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| block | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 3 from 5 reviews
About Variable Column Block
From the official readme · v1.2.3Description
WordPress has completely changed the editing experience by introducing block-based editor (earlier Gutenberg). It definitely has brought more power to content editing.
This plugin will work as add-on to WordPress ‘Column’ block which will allow you to add variable width column block to editor.
If you are looking for dividing your page/post content into two non-equal width then this plugin is for you.
Installation
Install from WordPress plugin dashboard
- Visit the plugins page within your dashboard and select ‘Add New’;
- Search for ‘Variable Column Block’;
- Install & Activate ‘Variable Column Block’;
- That’s really it!
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find ‘Variable Column’ block in WordPress?
Edit any post/page with block editor and click on Block Inserter on top-left corner next to site logo. Inside Search box, search for ‘Variable Column’ to find the block and click it.
How can I resize column width?
To resize column width, you just need to select ‘Variable Column’ block and drag range control displayed under ‘Column Width’ label from block settings on right.
Changelog
Fix - broken block due to recent WordPress core component updates. Introducing block.json for simplicity and performance benefits.
1.2.3
- Update plugin assets.
1.2.2
- Change readme.txt
1.2.1
- Fix – Update plugin assets
1.2.0
- Fix – broken block due to recent WordPress core component updates.
- Introducing block.json for developer and performance benefits.
1.1.0
- Major release – Now it is possible to add other blocks within Variable Column Block.
- Fixed the issues reported on plugin support page.
1.0.2
- readme.txt correction.
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FAQ
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Is Variable Column Block free?
Yes. Variable Column Block is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Variable Column Block safe to use in 2026?
Variable Column Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 80+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 29/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Variable Column Block?
Variable Column Block is active on 80+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 13,327 times since it launched in November 2018. It was downloaded 184 times in the last 30 days.
Does Variable Column Block work with WordPress 7.1?
Variable Column 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.
What PHP version does Variable Column Block need?
Variable Column Block requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Variable Column Block last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.3, was released on January 2, 2023 (4 years ago).
Who makes Variable Column Block?
Variable Column Block is developed and maintained by Ramiz Manked.
What are the best alternatives to Variable Column Block?
The most popular alternatives to Variable Column Block are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).
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