Jetpack 11.9 brought some exciting updates especially for those who rely on social sharing and form customization.
Let me tell you all about it!
Social Sharing Buttons: A Smoother Sharing Experience
You know how much I love the convenience of social sharing buttons.
They’re a fantastic way to get your content out there and reach a wider audience.
And with Jetpack 11.9 the social sharing experience just got even better!
The team at Jetpack has been working hard to refine the social sharing buttons giving them a fresh look and making them even more user-friendly.
You’ll notice a sleek new design and everything just feels snappier.
But that’s not all there’s a brand new button that’s really caught my attention: Mastodon.
Mastodon is a decentralized social network that’s growing in popularity and now with Jetpack you can easily share your posts on this platform. It’s a fantastic way to reach a new audience of people who value decentralized open-source social media.
How to Customize Your Social Sharing Buttons
Jetpack makes it easy to customize your social sharing buttons to perfectly suit your site’s style.
Here’s how:
- Activate Sharing: Make sure the “Sharing” feature is enabled in your Jetpack settings. It’s usually located in the “Sharing” section.
- Choose Your Buttons: Once activated head over to Settings > Sharing in your WordPress dashboard. You’ll have a list of all the social networks you can enable including the new Mastodon button. Just check the boxes for the networks you want to include.
- Customize Appearance: Jetpack gives you control over the appearance of your social sharing buttons. You can fine-tune their size colors and even adjust their position on your page. It’s all about making them fit seamlessly with your site’s design.
I find the flexibility of Jetpack’s sharing buttons is fantastic.
You can truly tailor the experience to your audience and your brand.
Form Block: Enhanced Customization
Another fantastic update in Jetpack 11.9 focuses on the Form Block.
This is a must for those who rely on forms to capture leads collect feedback or streamline various processes.
The new Sync Fields Style option gives you a new level of control over your forms’ appearance. You can make those forms truly pop aligning them with your site’s aesthetics.
Unleashing the Power of Sync Fields Style
Think of the Sync Fields Style option as the ultimate tool for visual harmony in your forms. It’s a simple yet powerful setting that lets you ensure all your form fields have a unified look.
Here’s how it works:
- Enable in the Block Settings: When you’re editing a form in your WordPress editor you’ll find the Form Block settings. Simply toggle on the “Sync Fields Style” option.
- Style Your Fields: Now when you customize the styling of one field (like a text box dropdown or checkbox) the changes will be applied automatically to all other fields in the form.
This feature saves you a ton of time and effort.
No more tedious field-by-field styling.
Now you can create forms that look and feel completely consistent enhancing the overall user experience.
Jetpack Stats: A Modern Look for Insights
Let’s talk about the new Jetpack Stats dashboard which received a major update to give you a more modern and intuitive way to analyze your site’s traffic and performance.
I’m a big fan of data-driven insights and this new dashboard makes it easier than ever to understand your audience and see how your site is growing.
Understanding Your Audience
The modern Jetpack Stats dashboard provides a clear and concise view of your site’s performance.
You can easily see:
- Traffic Sources: Where your visitors are coming from (search engines social media referrals direct traffic)
- Top Content: Which pages and posts are driving the most engagement
- Audience Demographics: Key insights into your audience like their location interests and age groups
This level of detail is invaluable for understanding who your audience is and what content they’re most interested in.
Navigation Made Simple
One of the things I love about the new Jetpack Stats dashboard is its user-friendly navigation.
It’s intuitive and makes it easy to find the specific information you need.
Whether you’re looking at traffic trends content performance or audience demographics everything is organized and easy to access.
What About the Classic Stats?
If you prefer the classic Jetpack Stats dashboard no worries! You still have the option to toggle back to the traditional design.
Just head over to the “Traffic” section within your Jetpack settings and you’ll find the option to switch between the classic and modern designs.
More Than Just Features: A Dedicated Team and a Passion for WordPress
I want to take a moment to highlight the incredible team behind Jetpack.
These folks are truly passionate about making WordPress the best it can be.
The dedication and commitment they bring to each release is evident in the quality and innovation of the features.
Jetpack: A Powerful Tool for WordPress Sites
Whether you’re a seasoned WordPress pro or just starting out Jetpack is a must-have tool.
It empowers you with features that make managing your site easier enhance its security and help you grow your audience.
Jetpack is truly a powerhouse and with the latest updates in 11.9 it’s become even more versatile and user-friendly.
So if you haven’t already I highly recommend checking it out.
You might just be surprised at how much it can improve your WordPress experience.