Title: Rich Text Formats – Animated Highlight, Marker, Tooltip Author: lubus Published: Septanm 5, 2025 Last modified: Desanm 2, 2025 --- Search plugins ![](https://ps.w.org/blablablocks-formats/assets/banner-772x250.png?rev=3356529) ![](https://ps.w.org/blablablocks-formats/assets/icon-256x256.png?rev=3356529) # Rich Text Formats – Animated Highlight, Marker, Tooltip By [lubus](https://profiles.wordpress.org/lubus/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/blablablocks-formats.1.1.2.zip) [Live Preview](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/blablablocks-formats/?preview=1) * [Details](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/blablablocks-formats/#description) * [Reviews](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/blablablocks-formats/#reviews) * [Installation](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/blablablocks-formats/#installation) * [Development](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/blablablocks-formats/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/) ## Description BlaBlaBlocks Formats lets you enhance your Gutenberg editor with **interactive rich text formats** like tooltips, animated highlights/markers directly inside WordPress. No coding needed. Just select your text, choose a format, and instantly make your content more engaging. With BlaBlaBlocks Formats, you can add animated markers, interactive tooltips that improve readability, emphasize key information, and bring motion to your writing. ### Key Features * **Interactive text formats** – Add **InfoTips**, **markers**, and **highlights** directly from the block toolbar. * **Live customization** – Change color, animation, and behavior in real time. * **Lightweight & optimized** – Assets load only when formats are used. * **Native Gutenberg integration** – Seamlessly fits the WordPress Block Editor. ### Why Choose BlaBlaBlocks Formats? Because plain text doesn’t always tell the full story! Highlight key phrases, provide helpful InfoTips, or animate your words all within the familiar block editor UI. * No shortcodes or custom HTML needed. * 100% visual control inside the editor. * Works with all themes and blocks. ### How It Works 1. Select any text in the Gutenberg editor. 2. Choose a format: Highlight, or InfoTip. 3. Adjust style and behavior using the sidebar options. 4. See the preview instantly. Formats are rendered on both editor and frontend views with minimal code overhead. ### Use Cases * Add **InfoTips** to glossary terms or product details. * Highlight **important phrases** in tutorials or documentation. * Create **animated text markers** for blog emphasis. * Design **interactive learning content** in WordPress. ### Available Formats #### 1. Marker Underline or highlight text segments with customizable color and animation. #### 2. InfoTip Attach informative tooltips to any text selection perfect for definitions, links, or extra context. ### Customization Options * Marker color & animation style * Tooltip position, size, and behavior * Animation speed & easing type * Backend-only or frontend-visible options * Per-format settings saved automatically ### Performance & Optimization * BlaBlaBlocks Formats loads assets only when necessary, reducing frontend bloat. * No React, Redux, or large JS libraries * Powered by the web component, not loaded on the public site unless formats are active. ### Open Source and Free The BlaBlaBlocks Formats is open source. Not only is it free to use, but you are also welcome to collaborate and contribute to its development. * **Source Code:** [https://github.com/lubusIN/blablablocks-formats](https://github.com/lubusIN/blablablocks-formats) * **Report Issues:** [https://github.com/lubusIN/blablablocks-formats/issues](https://github.com/lubusIN/blablablocks-formats/issues) * **Documentation:** [https://github.com/lubusIN/blablablocks-formats/wiki](https://github.com/lubusIN/blablablocks-formats/wiki) ## Screenshots * [[ * **Marker settings** – Select and adjust the Marker type and settings. * [[ * **InfoTip settings** – Add InfoTip text and adjust settings. ## Installation You can install this plugin either automatically through the WordPress admin or manually via FTP. #### Automatic 1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard. 2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New. 3. In the search field, type “BlaBlaBlocks Formats, then hit Enter or click Search Plugins. 4. Click Install Now, then Activate. #### Manual Manual installation method requires downloading the BlaBlaBlocks Formats plugin and uploading it to your web server via your favorite FTP application. The WordPress codex contains [instructions on how to do this here](https://wordpress.org/support/article/managing-plugins/#manual-plugin-installation). ## FAQ ### 1. How do I add an InfoTip to text? Select your text in the block editor, open the format dropdown, and choose **InfoTip**. Add your tooltip text and customize appearance instantly. ### 2. Will this work with third-party blocks? Yes. BlaBlaBlocks Formats integrates with all core and third-party Gutenberg blocks that support rich text. ### 3. Can I customize highlight colors? Absolutely! You can set custom colors or choose from prebuilt palettes via the sidebar controls. ### 4. Does it affect site performance? Not at all. Scripts are only loaded when formats are applied, ensuring a minimal footprint. ### 5. Does it work with Full Site Editing (FSE)? Yes, the formats are fully compatible with block themes and the Site Editor. ### 6. Is it open source? Yes! BlaBlaBlocks Formats is MIT-licensed and open for contributions. ## Reviews ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/7d43fafa19b9e6910c64033d02aa1a4051b870a500b3ff63df9b831a105adb1c? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Add Some Pizzazz to Your WordPress Content](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/add-some-pizzazz-to-your-wordpress-content/)󠁿 [Nick Hamze](https://profiles.wordpress.org/iconick/) Oktòb 5, 2025 1 reply BlaBlaBlocks Formats is like a party for your text! This nifty plugin lets you jazz up your WordPress content with interactive tooltips and eye-catching animated highlights— no coding skills required. Just highlight, click, and boom—instant personality for your words. What’s really cool is how effortlessly it adds that extra zing to your content. Want to make readers hover for a surprise? Add a tooltip. Need to draw attention to something important? Throw in an animated highlight. It’s as easy as making text bold, but way more fun. [ Read all 1 review ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/reviews/) ## Contributors & Developers “Rich Text Formats – Animated Highlight, Marker, Tooltip” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin. Contributors * [ lubus ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/lubus/) * [ Ajit Bohra ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/ajitbohra/) * [ Punit Verma ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/punitv342/) * [ Nagesh Pai ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/nagpai/) [Translate “Rich Text Formats – Animated Highlight, Marker, Tooltip” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/blablablocks-formats) ### Interested in development? [Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/blablablocks-formats/), check out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/blablablocks-formats/), or subscribe to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/blablablocks-formats/) by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/blablablocks-formats/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss). ## Changelog #### 1.1.2 * Bump plugin version to 1.1.2 * Update “Tested up to” to 6.9 #### 1.1.1 * Fixed unnecessary backend scripts (React, Redux, etc.) from loading on the frontend when applying formats. #### 1.1.0 * Added a conditional check to load assets only when specific formats are used. #### 1.0.0 Initial release 🎉 ## Meta * Version **1.1.2** * Last updated **4 months ago** * Active installations **30+** * WordPress version ** 6.6 or higher ** * Tested up to **6.9.4** * PHP version ** 7.4 or higher ** * Language * [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/blablablocks-formats/) * Tags * [gutenberg](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/gutenberg/)[Highlight](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/highlight/) [text effects](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/text-effects/)[tooltip](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/tooltip/) * [Advanced View](https://hat.wordpress.org/plugins/blablablocks-formats/advanced/) ## Ratings 5 out of 5 stars. * [ 1 5-star review ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/reviews/?filter=5) * [ 0 4-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/reviews/?filter=4) * [ 0 3-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/reviews/?filter=3) * [ 0 2-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/reviews/?filter=2) * [ 0 1-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/reviews/?filter=1) [Your review](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/reviews/#new-post) [See all reviews](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/blablablocks-formats/reviews/) ## Contributors * [ lubus ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/lubus/) * [ Ajit Bohra ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/ajitbohra/) * [ Punit Verma ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/punitv342/) * [ Nagesh Pai ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/nagpai/) ## Support Got something to say? 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