Add code block with syntax highlighting using prism.js. (Available for Gutenberg and Classic Editor)
Alternatives to Easy Syntax Highlighter
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Code block with syntax highlighting for gutenberg editor.
The lazy way to highlight code — rendered on the server, cached, and zero front-end JavaScript. Renders your existing Enlighter blocks as they are.
Beautiful syntax highlighting for WordPress: 40+ languages, copy buttons, line numbers, line wrapping, collapse and a dark or light theme.
Extending the Code block with syntax highlighting rendered on the server, thus being AMP-compatible and having faster frontend performance.
Adds modern syntax highlighting to WordPress's standard code block using the robust highlight.js library.
Create syntax-highlighted, copy-ready code snippets in Gutenberg with responsive layouts, themes, and shortcode support.
Lightweight Gutenberg code block with Highlight.js syntax highlighting, smart language detection, and a built-in legacy block migrator.
Reincarnation of Crayon Syntax Highlighter. Syntax Highlighter supporting multiple languages, themes, fonts, highlighting from a URL, or post text.
Enhances WordPress code blocks with line numbers, copy functionality, automatic syntax highlighting, and light or dark themes.