You try to edit a reusable block directly on a page, but the changes do not save. What is the likely issue?

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Wordpress - Shortcodes and Blocks

AReusable blocks cannot be edited once created

BThe WordPress editor is broken and needs reinstalling

CYou must delete the block and create a new one to edit

DYou need to edit the reusable block itself, not the instance on the page

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand how reusable block editing works
Editing a reusable block instance on a page only edits that instance temporarily; you must edit the reusable block itself.
Step 2: Exclude incorrect reasons
Reusable blocks can be edited, no need to delete or reinstall WordPress for this issue.
Final Answer:
You need to edit the reusable block itself, not the instance on the page -> Option D
Quick Check:
Edit reusable block = edit original block [OK]

Quick Trick: Edit reusable blocks via block manager, not page instance [OK]

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