Use the Shortcode block to write shortcodes which produce blocks.

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Example

This shortcode displays the current version of WordPress and PHP being run on the server.

[wp v p]

WordPress 5.5.1. PHP: 7.3.25

Notes

• Suitable for shortcodes which produce blocks.
• Do not use for inline shortcodes.
• May fail to cater for new lines in block content.
• The shortcodes are not rendered in the editor but are invoked when the post is viewed.
• Shortcode blocks are almost impossible to use in columns.