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Generate Blocks 1.5 walkthrough

A while back, we tested AB Split Test with GenerateBlocks 1.5 when it introduced dynamic data, query loops, and the new image block. The good news? Everything worked perfectly right out of the box.

But here's the even better news: Since that video, we've added dozens of improvements to make testing with GenerateBlocks (and all WordPress blocks) even more powerful.

Let's revisit what worked then, and what's new now.

What Worked in the Original Test

Image Block Testing

We tested the new GenerateBlocks image block with AB Split Test and found it incredibly responsive with great features like:

  • Object-fit controls (no more CSS hacks!)
  • Flexible sizing options
  • Clean, intuitive settings
  • Native AB Split Test integration

The result? Creating split tests on images was seamless - just assign variations and you're done.

Query Loop Testing

The big feature in GenerateBlocks 1.5 was query loops - displaying dynamic content like recent posts, custom post types, or filtered content.

What we tested:

  • Layout flexibility (flex controls, width settings)
  • Dynamic data from different post types
  • Conditional display based on available data
  • Styling individual loop elements

AB Split Test handled it all. You could test different query loop layouts, content arrangements, and post displays without any issues.

Dynamic Data Integration

One of the coolest tests was pulling a featured image from a different post type (the homepage) and displaying it on another page.

Why this matters: Dynamic data can get complex fast. The fact that AB Split Test worked perfectly with these cross-post-type relationships proved the integration was solid.

What's New Since Then

That video is a few years old now, and AB Split Test has evolved significantly. Here's what's changed:

🆕 Magic Mode (Point-and-Click Testing)

Back then, you had to manually select elements and assign variations. Now, Magic Mode lets you:

  • Click any element to test it
  • Get AI-powered suggestions on what to change
  • Create variations in seconds
  • No technical knowledge required

For GenerateBlocks users: This means testing headlines, buttons, images, or entire query loops is now a 30-second process instead of a 5-minute one.

🆕 Smarter CSS Selectors

In the original video, element selection worked but could be verbose. Now, AB Split Test uses a 10-level ancestor scanning algorithm that generates clean, human-readable selectors like:

css
#pricing-section h2

Instead of:

css
body > div:nth-child(2) > section:nth-child(3) > div:nth-child(1) > h2:nth-child(2)

For GenerateBlocks users: Your tests are easier to read, debug, and maintain.

🆕 Gutenberg API v3 Compatibility

AB Split Test now fully supports WordPress 6.9+ with Gutenberg API version 3, which means:

  • Full iframe editor support
  • Better block isolation
  • Faster editor performance
  • Zero compatibility issues with modern WordPress

For GenerateBlocks users: Everything just works, even with the latest WordPress and block editor updates.

🆕 Reduced AJAX Requests in Block Editor

The original setup worked, but behind the scenes, every block was making separate requests to fetch test data.

Now: Request deduplication means if you have 10 GenerateBlocks on a page, they share a single AJAX call instead of firing 10 separate requests.

Result: Faster editor loading, less server strain, smoother experience.

🆕 Heatmaps for Block-Based Designs

Since the original video, we added built-in heatmaps showing:

  • Where visitors click on your GenerateBlocks layouts
  • How far they scroll through query loops
  • Which dynamic content gets ignored
  • Rage clicks (frustration indicators)

For GenerateBlocks users: You can now see which query loop items perform best, which CTAs get clicked, and where users drop off - then test improvements based on real behavior data.

🆕 Session Replays

Watch actual visitor sessions navigating your GenerateBlocks pages:

  • See cursor movement and clicks
  • Understand how users interact with query loops
  • Identify usability issues before testing fixes

For GenerateBlocks users: Instead of guessing what to test, you can watch what's confusing users and test solutions.

🆕 Form Submission Tracking

GenerateBlocks doesn't have native forms, but if you're using it alongside form plugins like Gravity Forms, WPForms, or Contact Form 7, AB Split Test now auto-detects and tracks form submissions as conversions.

For GenerateBlocks users: Test different form placements, headlines above forms, or CTA copy without manually setting up conversion tracking.

🆕 Multiple Conversion Goals (Sub-Goals)

Back in the original video, you could track one goal per test. Now you can track:

  • Primary goal: Form submission
  • Sub-goal 1: Scroll to 75%
  • Sub-goal 2: Click on query loop item
  • Sub-goal 3: Video play

For GenerateBlocks users: Test which variation drives all the behaviors you care about, not just one.

🆕 Dynamic Traffic Allocation (Multi-Armed Bandit)

The original setup split traffic 50/50 and waited for statistical significance.

Now: AB Split Test can automatically send more traffic to winning variations while the test is running, capturing more conversions during the testing phase.

For GenerateBlocks users: You don't lose conversions while testing - the system optimizes in real-time.

The Bottom Line

Then: AB Split Test worked great with GenerateBlocks 1.5's new features.

Now: It works even better, with dozens of quality-of-life improvements, faster performance, smarter testing, and built-in analytics.

Testing GenerateBlocks with AB Split Test in 2026

Here's how easy it is now:

  1. Build your page with GenerateBlocks (query loops, images, containers, whatever)
  2. Enable Magic Mode in AB Split Test
  3. Click the element you want to test
  4. Get AI suggestions or create your own variation
  5. Set your conversion goal (form submit, button click, page visit)
  6. Let it run - AB Split Test handles stats, traffic allocation, and winner detection

That's it. No manual selector generation, no complex setup, no technical knowledge required.

Want to Try It?

If you're using GenerateBlocks (or GeneratePress):

  • Install AB Split Test free: https://absplittest.com/free
  • 7-day Pro trial included (Magic Mode, heatmaps, AI suggestions)
  • Works with any GenerateBlocks setup

Questions? Check out our documentation: https://absplittest.com/documentation/

GenerateBlocks is one of the best block libraries for WordPress. AB Split Test makes it even better by letting you optimize every element based on real data.

Try them together and see what converts.